Are you curious about the lucrative field that is software engineering and how you might be a part of it? This is the course for you! By taking this course, you will gain foundational knowledge of software development, programming, and the many exciting job roles and career paths that the IT industry offers.
Learn about the power of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), and modern software development frameworks methodologies like Agile and Scrum. Explore fundamental programming principles and foundations of design, architecture, and deployment. The course offers a number of labs that will help you get important hands-on experience. These include getting started with an IDE, the basics of programming in Python, and Hello World in 10 languages.
The field of software engineering is growing at an estimated rate of 22% according to the US Bureau of Labor and Statistics. In addition to aspiring software engineers, front-end, back-end, full-stack developers, and DevOps professionals, this course is also suitable for those in related careers such as Product and Project Managers, IT Managers, Information Developers, UI/UX designers, and others who communicate and interact with software engineers.
You will learn about the different job opportunities and possible career paths in software engineering and hear from industry professionals about their daily work.
Software engineering professionals are in great demand, and now is the right time to learn more about this exciting domain. Start by enrolling now!
Status: Web Applications
Web Applications
Status: Software Development Tools
Software Development Tools
Beginner·Course·15 hours
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5.0
·Reviewed Jan 3, 2023
Simple enough to fast track the learning, while it still manages to maintain the depth levels which allows learner to grapsh the main aspects on software engineering
5.0
·Reviewed Aug 19, 2023
This Introductory course to Software Engineering was all-rounded. After taking this course, the information it delivers is well-rounded and fundamental for a beginner.
5.0
·Reviewed Nov 5, 2024
A very valuable addition, many people solely focuses on technical part but this course enhanced and extended my knowledge on different aspects and approach of a developer.
4.0
·Reviewed Aug 23, 2023
For someone to simply understand what Software Engineering field comprises of and thus maybe plan their career path in this field, this is a good introductory course.
5.0
·Reviewed Sep 10, 2024
This course surprised me in its applicability to software development. It is a great first course in establishing a foundation of programming before actually doing any programming itself.
5.0
·Reviewed Jun 6, 2024
It is a good course for people who want to know what is software engineering, what kind of role do you play as a software engineer, what kind of tools and skills you'll need and learn.
5.0
·Reviewed Oct 8, 2022
This is a great course taught by industry experts.I find the experts viewpoints very educating because it gives insight into how Software Engineers solve problems daily
5.0
·Reviewed Jul 2, 2023
Taking this online course has added not only credit, but also a big contribution to the knowledge I have in the field of software engineering. Big love to IBM team.
5.0
·Reviewed Sep 16, 2024
I am a graduaded from tech school in analysis and software development and although short, is a solid introducction to the web development procces in its entire cycle. Recomended.
4.0
·Reviewed Dec 9, 2023
Pauses are needed when transitioning to different topics.. at times I guess we students get confused when does a sub topic start within the video and when does it end
5.0
·Reviewed Dec 6, 2024
I loved all of this course, this course is interesting and important to all people who want to begin a life in the software ingineering. I feel so motivated! thanks
4.0
·Reviewed Jan 4, 2025
This course was awesome, covering all relavent fields to SE. But on the other hand, it lacks hands-on labs throughout the course which I think needs to be improved.
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Adam
1.0
·Reviewed May 18, 2023
If you're into robot voice narration and 1980s style educational editing for laser disk productions, this flashback to the past is for you.
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Zachary
1.0
·Reviewed Apr 22, 2023
Incredibly boring course. Presented by TikTok voice. A complete waste of time.
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Obimba
5.0
·Reviewed Aug 20, 2023
This Introductory course to Software Engineering was all-rounded. After taking this course, the information it delivers is well-rounded and fundamental for a beginner.
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Alam
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·Reviewed Feb 7, 2024
The course content is Awesome & i got the overview of the software industry quickly.
But they use robot voice. I tried hard to keep focused but it very difficult to keep up with the robot presenter. A real human could made this things more pleasant.
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Yongchang
5.0
·Reviewed Jan 4, 2023
Simple enough to fast track the learning, while it still manages to maintain the depth levels which allows learner to grapsh the main aspects on software engineering
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Ondrej
1.0
·Reviewed May 15, 2023
Very bad and very boring.
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Ernest
3.0
·Reviewed Mar 4, 2023
A great course by all standards, however, I didn't really enjoy the AI or computer generated voice that was reading the lecture notes. I'd prefer a real person took us through the course. I also enjoyed the industry people who gave their experiences in software development at the various work places
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Cengiz
1.0
·Reviewed Jul 11, 2024
Extremely bloated and doesn't start with what's important. It feels like a song in a constant state of build-up but never gets to the point.
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Vladislav
2.0
·Reviewed Jul 28, 2024
It's okay course if you have absolutely no idea about IT and programming at all. Otherwise, you end up listening to boring text read by machine reader. There's a reason why you need a real person in the course, it just makes it real, personal.
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1.0
·Reviewed Jun 17, 2023
they are issuing certificate to coursera
not to the participant who enrolled the course
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Lucky
5.0
·Reviewed Jan 12, 2024
This course is the best introduction course in Coursera in terms of learning everything you need to know about Software Development. You will feel like a pro after completing this course.
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Sarfaraz
5.0
·Reviewed Jan 6, 2025
This course is amazing it covers all fundamental concepts that are required for Software Engineering. This course helped me to master concepts and fundamentals. Thanks Coursera & IBM
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1.0
·Reviewed Jun 6, 2025
I've never seen a course about anything, anywhere, as boring as this: It's basically a multiple hour powerpoint read out by a monotone generated voice. It's stultifying. Awful.
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Dev
1.0
·Reviewed Jun 30, 2024
certificate without name is being issued
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Christina
1.0
·Reviewed Oct 4, 2024
ai voice is hard to listen yo
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Saviour
5.0
·Reviewed Oct 9, 2022
This is a great course taught by industry experts.
I find the experts viewpoints very educating because it gives insight into how Software Engineers solve problems daily
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mon
5.0
·Reviewed Nov 21, 2022
This course is a must to enroll for beginners in software engineering. I really like the way they present the lecture, and the hands-on activity.
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klejvis
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·Reviewed Nov 11, 2023
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David
5.0
·Reviewed Apr 24, 2023
Great course for anyone wanting to get into Software Engineering, or a great refresher for those who have SE experience but need to fill in any gaps they may have. Highly recommended!
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Sharon
5.0
·Reviewed May 21, 2024
This fantastic course provides the foundation and knowledge of different technical roles, methodologies, frameworks, jobs to consider, and advice from SMEs on this career journey.