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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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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Ethics, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Data Visualization Software, AI Workflows, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Database Design, Shiny (R Package), Dashboard, Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Big Data, Microsoft Excel, IBM Cognos Analytics, Analytical Skills, Excel Formulas, Data Manipulation, Web Scraping

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Data Engineering: Pipelines, ETL, Hadoop

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Transformation, Apache Hive, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Strategic Decision-Making, Apache Spark, Data Integration, Data Processing, Data Management, Data Analysis, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Project Management, AI Enablement, Project Management Life Cycle, Data Ethics, Case Studies, Team Oriented, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Project Documentation, AI Workflows, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Context Management, Decision Making

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Semiconductors, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Structural Analysis, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Thermal Management, Electronic Components, Electronics Engineering

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, AI Security, Anthropic Claude, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Apple iOS, Test Automation, AI Product Strategy, Software Development, DevSecOps, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Big Data, Microsoft Excel, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Apache Hadoop, Analytical Skills, Excel Formulas, Looker (Software), Scatter Plots, Tree Maps, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Cleansing

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core Infrastructure

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Application Deployment, Virtual Machines, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, Application Development, Generative AI Agents, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Serverless Computing, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Introductory C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, File I/O, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Testing, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Simulations, System Programming, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Development, Software Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Development Environment, User Interface (UI), Solution Design, Problem Solving, Software Design

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Khalifa University

    Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Management Systems, Environment Health And Safety, Environmental Monitoring, Accident Reporting, Safety Training, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Fire And Life Safety, Accident Prevention, Hazardous Waste Operations And Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER), Environmental Regulations, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Laws, Environmental Resource Management, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Risk Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Engineering Management, Engineering

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft AI & ML Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Management, Natural Language Processing, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Supervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Infrastructure Architecture, LLM Application, Responsible AI, Generative AI Agents, Applied Machine Learning, Azure DevOps, Reinforcement Learning, Data Preprocessing

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Product Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, AI Product Strategy, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Commercialization, Product Management, Google Gemini, Product Lifecycle Management, Stakeholder Communications, Technical Product Management, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, Team Building, Responsible AI, Return On Investment, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creativity

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Generative AI for Data Analysts: IBM
  • IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R: IBM
  • Data Engineering: Pipelines, ETL, Hadoop: Coursera
  • Generative AI for Project Managers: IBM
  • Materials Science: 10 Things Every Engineer Should Know: University of California, Davis
  • Generative AI for Mobile App Developers: IBM
  • Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations: IBM
  • Google Cloud Fundamentals: Core Infrastructure: Google Cloud
  • Introductory C Programming: Duke University
  • Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Engineering: Khalifa University

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