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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.


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Popular Software Engineering Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: Time Series Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting, R Programming, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, R (Software), Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Probability Distribution

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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Github Copilot with Python: Creating Text Games

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Microsoft Copilot, Game Design, Software Design, Application Design, Unit Testing, Python Programming, AI Enablement, GitHub, Development Environment, Debugging

    4.7
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Arizona State University

    Material Jetting and Stereolithography

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Materials science, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Operations, Production Process, Equipment Design, Laboratory Experience, Experimentation, Prototyping, Process Development, Analytical Testing

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Cypress UI automation testing for absolute beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Test Case, API Testing, Test Script Development, Continuous Integration, Software Testing, Development Environment, Web Development Tools

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    41 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Michigan State University

    Avatar Psychology for Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Persona (User Experience), Research Design, Game Design, Design, Animation and Game Design, User Experience Design, Diversity Awareness, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Psychology, User Research, Cultural Sensitivity

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    系统平台与计算环境

    Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, Computer Systems, Computer Networking, General Networking, Microsoft Office, Computer Architecture, Computer Hardware, Network Protocols, Information Technology, Computing Platforms, Computational Logic, Data Storage, File Management

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft Dynamics 365

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Automation, Sales Management, Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Process, Microsoft 365, Resource Allocation, Microsoft Teams, Sales Operations, Lead Generation, Service Management, Marketing, Customer Data Management, Power BI, Customer Service, Customer Insights, Scheduling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    82 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud en Français

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Load Balancing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Applications, Identity and Access Management, Generative AI, Kubernetes, Cloud Computing, Virtual Networking, Network Routing, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Storage, TCP/IP, Virtual Machines, Network Infrastructure, Network Architecture, Containerization

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    86 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Thinking, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Modeling, Systems Design, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Environment, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    203 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI for Business Consultants

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Management Consulting, Artificial Intelligence, Business Consulting, Consulting, ChatGPT, Technical Consulting, AI Enablement, Microsoft Copilot, Quality Assurance, Market Research, Large Language Modeling, Automation, Technical Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    195 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine en Portuguese

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Development, Containerization, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Generative AI, CI/CD, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Storage, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Prompt Engineering, Data Persistence, Scalability, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Computing, Application Deployment

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    770 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Back-End

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Engineering Software, Diagram Design, C# (Programming Language), Version Control, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Software Engineering, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    102 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Bayesian Statistics: Time Series Analysis: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Github Copilot with Python: Creating Text Games: Coursera
  • Material Jetting and Stereolithography: Arizona State University
  • Cypress UI automation testing for absolute beginners: Coursera
  • Avatar Psychology for Designers: Michigan State University
  • 系统平台与计算环境: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • Introduction to Microsoft Dynamics 365: Microsoft
  • Networking in Google Cloud en Français: Google Cloud
  • Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker: Coursera
  • Generative AI for Business Consultants: Fractal Analytics

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