Free Online Software Development Courses & MOOCs

FutureLearn

Prepare for a Software Development Career (FutureLearn)

CS: Software Engineering CS: Programming

Begin your journey into the world of software development with our expert-led course. Gain a solid understanding of Java and Python, two key languages for any developer's toolkit. Master object-oriented programming (OOP) principles, and delve into crucial topics like methods, constructors, strings, inheritance, classes, and collections. This course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to launch or advance your career in software development.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Programming Python Java

FutureLearn

Software Development: Understanding Python (FutureLearn)

CS: Software Engineering CS: Programming

Embark on an exciting learning path with 'Software Development: Understanding Python' – your gateway into the world of programming. This introductory course is perfect for beginners eager to dive into software development, focusing on Python, one of the most versatile and widely-used programming languages today. Whether you're interested in scientific computing, data analysis, or just curious about coding, this course provides a solid foundation.

Self Paced

4 Weeks

Programming Python Software Development

Coursera

IBM

Introduction to Software Engineering (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering

Embark on a journey into the world of software engineering with this beginner-friendly course. Gain essential insights into coding, development methodologies, and understand the diverse roles within the tech industry. Perfect for those new to IT and aspiring professionals looking to build a foundation.

Sep 7th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Programming Software Engineering Software Design

EdX

University of Maryland, College Park,University System of Maryland - USM,USMx,UMD

Platform Product Essentials (edX)

Engineering

Discover how to transform your business operations with our Platform Product Essentials course. Master low-code/no-code (LC/NC) development platforms to automate workflows, build custom apps, and drive digital transformation. Get ready to revolutionize the way you do business!

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Business Platform Software Development

Software Engineering Basics for Everyone (edX)

EdX

IBM

Software Engineering Basics for Everyone (edX)

CS: Software Engineering Computer Science

Discover the basics of Software Engineering with our beginner-friendly course. Gain a strong foundation in key concepts like principles, processes, architecture, and tools to start your journey into an exciting and in-demand career in software development.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Programming Agile Software Engineering

Coursera

Board Infinity

Introduction to .NET Core (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering

Get started with building modern applications using .NET Core, a versatile development platform for Windows, Linux, and macOS. This beginner-friendly course will guide you through the basics of creating, building, and deploying cross-platform applications.

Sep 7th 2026

3 Weeks

Applications Development Software Development ASP.NET MVC

Coursera

Board Infinity

Executing Full Text Queries with Elasticsearch (Coursera)

CS: Software Engineering

Discover the power of Elasticsearch as you learn to execute full-text queries efficiently. This course covers everything from installation and configuration to advanced query types and data aggregation, empowering you to build robust search applications.

Sep 7th 2026

3 Weeks

Software Development Coursera Plus Elasticsearch

Coursera

AWS

Hands-on with AWS: Software Development Practices (Coursera)

CS: Information & Technology

Dive into the world of efficient software development with our 'Hands-on with AWS: Software Development Practices' course. Learn to accelerate your application delivery pipeline through Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery methodologies, all while leveraging Amazon Web Services (AWS). Start with foundational theory and progress to practical applications using AWS CodeCommit for version control and Git repository management.

Sep 7th 2026

2 Weeks

Software Development Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery

Coursera

Whizlabs

Google Cloud DevOps Fundamentals (Coursera)

CS: Information & Technology

Discover the power of DevOps with our Google Cloud DevOps Fundamentals course. This program is designed for professionals looking to optimize their software development lifecycle by integrating development (Dev) and operations (Ops). You'll learn essential techniques to automate processes, foster collaboration, and deliver high-quality software faster using Google Cloud's robust suite of tools.

Sep 7th 2026

3 Weeks

Security Networking Software Development