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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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    Board Infinity

    ISTQB Usability Tester Certification Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, Human Centered Design, Software Testing, Surveys, User Experience Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Survey Creation, Test Planning, Technical Communication, UI/UX Research, Quality Assurance, User Research, Verification And Validation, User Centered Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Report Writing, User Experience, Risk Management Framework, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    SOAP Web Services with JAX-WS

    Skills you'll gain: Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Web Services, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Java, Web Applications, Program Development

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Align Design Teams with SCAMPER Brainstorming in Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, UI/UX Strategy, Experience Design, Ideation, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Thinking, Innovation, Design Strategies, Collaborative Software, User Interface (UI) Design, Product Improvement, Team Oriented, Product Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Simplilearn

    Project Management Tools Techniques and Agile Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Cost Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Risk Mitigation, Project Management Software, Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Analysis, Team Performance Management, Project Scoping, Scope Management, Team Leadership, Team Management, Project Estimation, Project Schedules, Cost Estimation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Support and Services, Help Desk Support, Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Technical Support, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Hardware Troubleshooting, Issue Tracking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Colorado System

    Linear Kalman Filter Deep Dive (and Target Tracking)

    Skills you'll gain: Markov Model, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Matlab, Linear Algebra, Statistical Methods, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting, Statistical Inference

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Cybersecurity Foundations & Threat Mitigation

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Zero Trust Network Access, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Authentications, Application Security, Security Awareness, Cyber Risk, Information Systems Security, Data Security, Encryption, Multi-Factor Authentication, Vulnerability Assessments, Cryptography, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Copilot for Security

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, Microsoft Copilot, AI Integrations, AI Security, Endpoint Detection and Response, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Cyber Threat Hunting, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Generative AI

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Content Performance Analysis, Content Optimization, Google Gemini, Generative AI, Content Strategy, Gemini, Content Marketing, AI Workflows, ChatGPT, Google Analytics, Responsible AI, Content Creation, Data-Driven Marketing, AI literacy, Large Language Modeling, Automation, No-Code Development, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free
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    Coursera

    Data Visualization using Bokeh

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Geospatial Mapping, Software Installation, Python Programming

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT + Zapier: Easy Inbox Intelligence for Smarter Email

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Calendar Management, Organizational Skills, ChatGPT, AI literacy, Data Integration, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Automation

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Build AI Agents with Agent Platform and Flutter

    Skills you'll gain: Gemini, LangChain, Google Gemini, Flutter (Software), Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Generative Model Architectures, AI Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, AI Integrations, Cross Platform Development, AI literacy, Agentic systems, Application Development, Mobile Development, Mobile Development Tools, Front-End Web Development

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • ISTQB Usability Tester Certification Preparation: Board Infinity
  • SOAP Web Services with JAX-WS: LearnQuest
  • Align Design Teams with SCAMPER Brainstorming in Miro: Coursera
  • Project Management Tools Techniques and Agile Frameworks: Simplilearn
  • Cisco Certified Support Technician IT Support 100-140 Unit 1: Pearson
  • Linear Kalman Filter Deep Dive (and Target Tracking): University of Colorado System
  • Cybersecurity Foundations & Threat Mitigation: Packt
  • Microsoft Copilot for Security: Microsoft
  • Generative Engine Optimization (GEO): Edureka
  • Data Visualization using Bokeh: Coursera

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