Computer Science and Engineering

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[Featured image] A software engineer is learning more about GitHub.

What Is GitHub and Why Should You Use It?

GitHub is a web-based interface allowing real-time collaboration. It encourages teams to work together in developing code, building web pages and updating content. Read on for a quick introduction to GitHub, who uses it, and why.

July 27, 2023

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[Featured image] A UX designer draws an empathy map on a whiteboard.

What Is an Empathy Map?

Discover how an empathy map can help you gain valuable insights into the needs and wants of your target audience.

July 27, 2023

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[Featured image] Two people sit facing each other in a glass-walled conference room and discuss AWS interview questions.

9 AWS DevOps Interview Questions + How to Prepare

Discover different types of questions hiring managers may ask you when interviewing for an AWS DevOps role and the steps to prepare.

July 24, 2023

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[Featured image] A software engineer is learning more about GitHub.

What Is GitHub and Why Should You Use It?

GitHub is a web-based interface allowing real-time collaboration. It encourages teams to work together in developing code, building web pages and updating content. Read on for a quick introduction to GitHub, who uses it, and why.

July 27, 2023

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[Featured image] A UX designer draws an empathy map on a whiteboard.

What Is an Empathy Map?

Discover how an empathy map can help you gain valuable insights into the needs and wants of your target audience.

July 27, 2023

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Top courses to explore computer science and engineering

Status: Free Trial
Status: AI skills

IBM

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Istio, Software Development Life Cycle, Node.JS, HTML and CSS, Cloud Computing Architecture, Server Side, Application Deployment, React Redux, Kubernetes, Cloud Services, Software Architecture, Django (Web Framework), Development Environment, Git (Version Control System), Flask (Web Framework), Full-Stack Web Development, Cloud Computing, Jupyter, Interviewing Skills

Build toward a degree

4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
55K reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Status: Free Trial

Meta

Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Data Structures, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Javascript

Build toward a degree

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
22K reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Status: Free Trial

IBM

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Software Development Life Cycle, HTML and CSS, Large Language Modeling, Software Architecture, Development Environment, Flask (Web Framework), Generative AI, Unit Testing, ChatGPT, Jupyter, Artificial Intelligence, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Software Design, Software Development Tools, OpenAI, Front-End Web Development, Python Programming, Interviewing Skills, Engineering Software

Build toward a degree

4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
70K reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

[Featured Image] A graphic designer discusses their graphic design resume during a job interview.

4 Steps for Writing a Graphic Design Resume (+ Template)

Get ready for your job search with a resume that highlights all of your qualifications and experience. Here is a step-by-step guide to writing a graphic design resume.

July 24, 2023

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[Featured image] An AWS DevOps engineer in a gray hoodie and glasses sits at a desktop computer in a shared workspace.

AWS DevOps Engineer Salary: 2025 Guide

Discover your earning potential as an AWS DevOps Engineer and how to get started in this role.

July 24, 2023

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[Featured Image] A person works at a desktop computer in a home office.

How to Learn Graphic Design: 7 Steps to Build Your Skills

Thinking about becoming a graphic designer? Here’s how to learn the skills you’ll need.

July 24, 2023

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[Featured image] A person in a red blazer sits across a conference table from two interviewers who are asking Azure DevOps interview questions.

9 Azure DevOps Interview Questions + How to Prepare

Discover different types of interview questions you may encounter in an interview for an Azure DevOps position, plus preparation strategies for a rewarding interview experience.

July 21, 2023

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[Featured image] A person in DevOps points to their colleague's computer screen.

7 DevOps Roles that Make a Team Successful

Learn more about the opportunities that are available to explore when you're interested in working on a DevOps team.

July 19, 2023

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[Featured image] A UX writer is reading about microcopy.

What Is Microcopy?

Microcopy is short, to the point, and a major element of the user experience on websites and applications. Learn what microcopy is and why it's so important.

July 14, 2023

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[Featured image] A college student is doing research on cybersecurity and software engineering careers on their desktop.

Cybersecurity vs. Software Engineering: What’s the Difference?

Learn about the differences between the careers in cybersecurity and software engineering. Explore the responsibilities of each field while discussing some of the similarities and differences between each career path.

July 5, 2023

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[Featured image] Two game designers are working together on a laptop and desktop in an office.

How to Become a Video Game Designer: Skills, Steps, and Pay

If you enjoy creative writing, playing games, and using technology to create unique experiences, video game design could be a rewarding career for you. Learn more about this role and the steps to take to join this exciting field.

June 13, 2023

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[Featured image] A computer scientist is working at an office with a laptop on their desk.

Computer Scientist Salary: Your 2025 Guide

Learn about computer scientist salaries and responsibilities as you grow in this field.

June 9, 2023

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[Featured image] Two people sit facing each other in a glass-walled conference room and discuss AWS interview questions.

9 AWS DevOps Interview Questions + How to Prepare

Discover different types of questions hiring managers may ask you when interviewing for an AWS DevOps role and the steps to prepare.

July 24, 2023

Article

[Featured Image] A graphic designer discusses their graphic design resume during a job interview.

4 Steps for Writing a Graphic Design Resume (+ Template)

Get ready for your job search with a resume that highlights all of your qualifications and experience. Here is a step-by-step guide to writing a graphic design resume.

July 24, 2023

Article

[Featured image] An AWS DevOps engineer in a gray hoodie and glasses sits at a desktop computer in a shared workspace.

AWS DevOps Engineer Salary: 2025 Guide

Discover your earning potential as an AWS DevOps Engineer and how to get started in this role.

July 24, 2023

Article

[Featured Image] A person works at a desktop computer in a home office.

How to Learn Graphic Design: 7 Steps to Build Your Skills

Thinking about becoming a graphic designer? Here’s how to learn the skills you’ll need.

July 24, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A person in a red blazer sits across a conference table from two interviewers who are asking Azure DevOps interview questions.

9 Azure DevOps Interview Questions + How to Prepare

Discover different types of interview questions you may encounter in an interview for an Azure DevOps position, plus preparation strategies for a rewarding interview experience.

July 21, 2023

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[Featured image] A person in DevOps points to their colleague's computer screen.

7 DevOps Roles that Make a Team Successful

Learn more about the opportunities that are available to explore when you're interested in working on a DevOps team.

July 19, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A UX writer is reading about microcopy.

What Is Microcopy?

Microcopy is short, to the point, and a major element of the user experience on websites and applications. Learn what microcopy is and why it's so important.

July 14, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A college student is doing research on cybersecurity and software engineering careers on their desktop.

Cybersecurity vs. Software Engineering: What’s the Difference?

Learn about the differences between the careers in cybersecurity and software engineering. Explore the responsibilities of each field while discussing some of the similarities and differences between each career path.

July 5, 2023

Article

[Featured image] Two game designers are working together on a laptop and desktop in an office.

How to Become a Video Game Designer: Skills, Steps, and Pay

If you enjoy creative writing, playing games, and using technology to create unique experiences, video game design could be a rewarding career for you. Learn more about this role and the steps to take to join this exciting field.

June 13, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A computer scientist is working at an office with a laptop on their desk.

Computer Scientist Salary: Your 2025 Guide

Learn about computer scientist salaries and responsibilities as you grow in this field.

June 9, 2023

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Many exciting career paths are available for anyone interested in computer science and engineering, from artificial intelligence and cryptography to software engineering and web development. A wide variety of opportunities are available, so finding the right place to start can be challenging. Coursera offers expert resources to support your goal, whether you're just starting or are ready to take the next step.

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