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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.


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Popular Software Engineering Courses and Certifications


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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Perplexity AI: A Comprehensive Guide to Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Content Creation, Campaign Management, Keyword Research, Marketing, Generative AI Agents, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Marketing, Content Marketing, ChatGPT, Social Media Marketing, Business Process Automation, Automation, Market Trend, Business, Business Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Cómo crear gráficos para tus redes sociales en Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media, Infographics, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Graphics Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Design

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California, Davis

    Plan Reading and Specifications

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Plans And Specifications, Blueprint Reading, Architectural Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Construction, Design Specifications, Mechanical Drawings, Submittals (Construction), Building Codes, Coordination, Plumbing, Structural Engineering, Electrical Systems

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Select Topics in Python: Packaging

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Virtual Environment, Dependency Analysis, Python Programming, Application Deployment

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    R Programming and Tidyverse Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Rmarkdown, Tidyverse (R Package), Ggplot2, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Data Storytelling, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    R Programming Essentials with Microsoft Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Software Documentation, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Statistical Analysis, Development Environment, Descriptive Statistics, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    How to Analyze Tweet Engagement with Twitter Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media Content, Brand Awareness, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Customer Engagement, Advertising, Market Analysis, Performance Analysis, Analysis, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Skillshare

    Kickstart Your Creativity with Procreate: Food & Plants

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphics Software, Peer Review, Digital Design, Creative Design, Color Theory

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    How to Use Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization Software, Unsupervised Learning, SQL, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Seaborn, Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Analytics, Presentations, Interactive Data Visualization, Verbal Communication Skills, Data Science, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Basic Programming in Python II

    Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Data Science, Data Analysis, Scripting, Data Structures, Debugging, Style Guides, Software Documentation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Integrating Test-Driven Development into Your Workflow

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development (TDD), Agile Methodology, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Code Review, Debugging, Python Programming, Version Control

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Program Financial Planning with ClickUp

    Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Project Planning, Innovation, Budget Management, Financial Planning, Diagram Design, Productivity Software, Agile Methodology, Strategic Planning

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Perplexity AI: A Comprehensive Guide to Generative AI: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Cómo crear gráficos para tus redes sociales en Canva: Coursera
  • Plan Reading and Specifications: University of California, Davis
  • Select Topics in Python: Packaging: Codio
  • R Programming and Tidyverse Capstone Project: University of Colorado Boulder
  • R Programming Essentials with Microsoft Tools: Microsoft
  • How to Analyze Tweet Engagement with Twitter Analytics: Coursera
  • Kickstart Your Creativity with Procreate: Food & Plants: Skillshare
  • How to Use Data: University of Pennsylvania
  • Basic Programming in Python II: Northeastern University

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