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.

The Pennsylvania State University
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Cultural Diversity, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Tenacity, Collaboration, Experimentation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Cloud Storage, System Monitoring
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI) Design, Unit Testing, JUnit, Data Validation, Software Development, Application Design, Development Testing, Application Development, Test Automation, Test Case, Data Modeling, System Design and Implementation, Databases, Software Documentation, Development Environment, Software Testing
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Pseudocode, Problem Solving, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Analysis, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Preprocessing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Logistic Regression, Statistical Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Machine Learning Software, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Workflow Management, Predictive Modeling, Random Forest Algorithm, Feature Engineering, SAS (Software), Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning
Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Android (Operating System), Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Mobile Development, C# (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Scripting, Application Deployment, C and C++, Game Design, Software Installation, User Interface (UI) Design, Development Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, Tool Calling, OAuth, AI Orchestration, Middleware, Generative AI Agents, Interoperability, API Gateway, Agentic Workflows, Software Development Tools, LLM Application, Application Programming Interface (API), Agentic systems, Authentications, Real Time Data, Data Persistence, Context Management, Business Logic, Software Testing, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Core Data (Software), Application Design, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Data Store, Machine Learning Software, Software Architecture, Performance Tuning, Database Development, Database Management, Software Design, Model View Controller, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Application Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Web Applications, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Scientific Visualization, Game Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google AR & VR
Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, User Experience Design, Mobile Development, User Experience, Computer Vision, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Flows
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, Artificial Intelligence, Software Design Patterns, Prompt Engineering, Development Environment, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Electrical Equipment, Electrical Systems, Architectural Drawing, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Power, AutoCAD, Blueprint Reading, Basic Electrical Systems, Engineering Calculations, Estimation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks