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.

Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, System Configuration, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Computer Systems, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, USB, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Displays, Linux, Software Installation, Technical Support, Mac OS, Computer Architecture, File Systems, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, User Accounts, Disaster Recovery
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Meta
Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), React.js, Web Development Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Programming Interface (API), Unit Testing, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Software Design Patterns, Javascript, Context Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Anthropic
Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Command-Line Interface, Tool Calling, LLM Application, Software Development Tools, GitHub, Context Management, Code Review, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development, Generative AI Agents, Automation, Software Engineering
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unity Engine, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Game Design, Video Game Development, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Prototyping, Programming Principles, Graph Theory, Computer Programming, Data Management, Event-Driven Programming, Software Architecture, Algorithms, File I/O, Data Storage, Application Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Endpoint Security, Cryptography, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Secure Coding, Firewall, Application Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Incident Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Agentic systems, Human Resource Strategy, Scalability, Responsible AI, Solution Design, Procurement, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Apache Spark, Classification Algorithms, Big Data, Regression Analysis, Data Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Development Environment, Engineering Software, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Debugging, Program Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
SAS
Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, SAS (Software), Data Access, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Requirements Analysis, Statistical Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Data Preprocessing, Data Integration, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Computer Programming, Data Presentation, Debugging
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Innovation, Emerging Technologies, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Testing, Chemical Engineering
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Express, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Planning, Social Media Content, Responsible AI, Digital Marketing, Cross-Channel Marketing, Logo Design, Digital Design, Content Marketing, Layout Design, Creative Design, Generative AI, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Content Strategy, Advertising, Market Research
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Processing, Web Scraping, Restful API, Data Manipulation, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Persistence, Python Programming, Data Transformation, Data Structures, Data Collection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks