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Software Engineering Courses

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.


Popular Software Engineering Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Davis

    Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Data Storytelling, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Heat Maps, Data Visualization Software, Network Analysis, Data Manipulation

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Python Programming, Scripting, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Development

    4.6
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google

    Desain UX Google

    Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Adobe XD, Mockups, Storyboarding, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Usability Testing, Graphic and Visual Design, Figma (Design Software), Design Elements And Principles, UI/UX Research, Design Reviews, Responsive Web Design, Presentations, User Story, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Prototyping, Ideation, Web Design, User Centered Design

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    508 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Biotechnology, Policy Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research Ethics, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Health Policy, Public Policies, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Policy Development, Public Health, Case Studies

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    80 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Design, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, User Centered Design, Emerging Technologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Building the Business Model for Corporate Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Customer Analysis, Financial Modeling, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Customer Insights, Value Propositions, Target Market, Customer Relationship Management, Product Development, Innovation, Interviewing Skills

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    人群与网络

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Game Theory, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Market Dynamics, Web Analytics and SEO, Sociology, Market Analysis, Algorithms, Probability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Spring - Cloud Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Spring Boot, Software Architecture, API Gateway, Spring Framework, Service Oriented Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Load Balancing, Systems Architecture, Web Services, Cloud Services, Software Design Patterns, Scalability, Restful API, Service Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Virtualization, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Amazon Web Services, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), General Networking, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Software As A Service, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Servers, Private Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    77 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Identifying Security Vulnerabilities in C/C++Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, Verification And Validation, Code Review, Linux, Vulnerability Assessments, User Accounts, Data Validation, Debugging, Cryptography, C (Programming Language), File Management, OS Process Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Data Visualization with R

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Tidyverse (R Package), Ggplot2, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, R Programming, Data Mapping, Animations

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Michigan State University

    Low Poly Art For Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, 3D Modeling, Color Theory, Animation and Game Design, Autodesk Maya, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Adobe Photoshop, Creativity

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    73 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software engineering courses

  • Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS : University of California, Davis
  • Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns: Coursera
  • Desain UX Google: Google
  • Engineering Life: Synbio, Bioethics & Public Policy: Johns Hopkins University
  • Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession: University of Michigan
  • Building the Business Model for Corporate Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
  • 人群与网络 : Peking University
  • Spring - Cloud Overview: LearnQuest
  • Cloud Fundamentals: LearnKartS
  • Identifying Security Vulnerabilities in C/C++Programming: University of California, Davis

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