Software engineering courses can help you learn programming languages like Python and Java, software development methodologies, version control systems, and testing practices. You can build skills in code optimization, debugging, and collaborative project management. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, Docker for containerization, and integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, which enhance your ability to develop, test, and deploy software efficiently.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C (Programming Language), Python Programming, Memory Management, File I/O, Computational Logic, Network Protocols, Package and Software Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cryptography, Security Testing, Application Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Brute-force attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, AI Integrations, Exploitation techniques, Test Planning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Prompt Engineering, Code Review, Secure Coding, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Integrated Development Environments, AI Workflows, Prompt Engineering Tools, DevSecOps, AI Enablement, Software Development, Development Environment, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Building Codes, Scope Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, AI Security, Prompt Engineering, Model Context Protocol, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, AI Orchestration, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, GitHub, Secure Coding, Prompt Engineering Tools, Agentic systems, Context Engineering, Git (Version Control System), Context Management, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Server Side, Node.JS, Restful API, Database Design, Front-End Web Development, React Redux, Ajax, Database Development, Database Application, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, NoSQL, Javascript, React.js, Performance Tuning, API Design, Data Structures, MongoDB, Debugging, JavaScript Frameworks
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Design Thinking, Design Software, 3D Assets, Intellectual Property, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer-Aided Design, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Design, Innovation, Solution Design, Manufacturing Processes, Computer Graphics, Electronic Hardware, Prototyping, Digital Design, Graphical Tools, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Microsoft Azure, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Authorization (Computing), Load Balancing, Collaborative Software, Hardware Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Computer Networking, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, General Networking, Microsoft Teams, Authentications, Dashboard Creation, Cloud Computing, IT Automation, Security Controls, Network Protocols
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, Code Review, Code Reusability, Application Lifecycle Management, CI/CD, Agentic systems, Software Technical Review
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Biology, Physical Science, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Environment, Scientific Methods, Research, Timelines, Environmental Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Data Infrastructure, Data Store, Data Architecture, Big Data, Data Management, Database Management Systems, Real Time Data, NoSQL, Database Design, Database Management, Database Software, Data Processing, Apache Hadoop, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Structures, Virtual Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Demand Planning, Forecasting, Customer Demand Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Sales Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Planning, Trend Analysis, Decision Making, Performance Measurement, Microsoft Excel
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Process Flow Diagrams, Microsoft Power Platform, Business Process Modeling, User Story, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Management, Data Modeling, Process Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Software Development Life Cycle, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Quality Management, Diagram Design, Power BI, Microsoft Visio, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Data Analysis
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months