Software courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. You can build skills in version control, debugging, and testing, which are crucial for creating reliable applications. Many courses introduce tools like Git for collaboration, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks such as React or Django for building user interfaces and backend systems.

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, File Management, OS Process Management, System Software, Computer Systems, File I/O, Unix, Linux, Performance Tuning, Microsoft Windows, Computer Hardware, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Microsoft 365
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Software Development, Application Security, DevSecOps, Software Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Event-Driven Programming, Scalability, Deep Learning, C and C++, Performance Tuning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data-oriented programming, Linear Algebra, Distributed Computing, Computer Graphics, Mathematical Software, Numerical Analysis, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture, System Programming, Program Development, OS Process Management, Machine Learning
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Image Analysis, Python Programming, Jupyter, Software Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Vision, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation, Technical Documentation, Hardware Troubleshooting, Customer Support, Computer Networking, System Software, Technical Communication, Computer Literacy, Linux, Microsoft Windows
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Google Sheets, Business Analytics, Spreadsheet Software, Analytical Skills, Tableau Software, Data Sharing, Data Collection, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, SQL
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, Ruby (Programming Language), File Systems, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Distributed Computing, Virtualization, Data Store, Software Systems, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Virtual Machines, Scalability, Apache Hadoop
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IBM
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, SQL, Unsupervised Learning, Interactive Data Visualization, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Data Literacy, Plotly, Generative AI, Professional Networking, Data Import/Export
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Linux, File Systems, Shell Script, Electrical Engineering
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Elicitation, Agile Methodology, Functional Requirement, Software Design Documents, System Requirements, Software Development Life Cycle, Verification And Validation, Technical Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks