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    Data engineering courses can help you learn how to design, build, and maintain data systems and pipelines that support analytics, machine learning, and business intelligence.

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      Codio

      Software Testing for Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Cucumber (Software), Postman API Platform, Software Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Test Tools, Selenium (Software), Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Acceptance Testing, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Test Automation, Usability Testing, Application Programming Interface (API), User Interface (UI), Test Case, API Design

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Building Agentic RAG with LlamaIndex

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Document Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      L&T EduTech

      Conceptual Planning of Bridges

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Calculations, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Construction, Conceptual Design, Environmental Engineering, Finite Element Methods, Hydraulics, Design

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Public Involvement in Research

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Research Methodologies, Program Evaluation, Community Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Research Design, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Principles in Practice: Cloud Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Architecture, Virtualization, Load Balancing, Data Centers, Terraform, Virtual Machines, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Chicago

      Machine Learning: Concepts and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Dimensionality Reduction, Statistical Methods, Tensorflow, Feature Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks, Pandas (Python Package)

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Applications of Copilot in the Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Marketing Automation, Customer experience improvement, Generative AI, Business Process Automation, Self Service Technologies, Sales Process, Sales Strategy, Customer Service, Marketing Analytics, Return On Investment, Automation, Lead Generation, Natural Language Processing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Drive

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Workspace, Generative AI, File Management, Document Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Transforming Data in R

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, R Programming, Data Quality

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Physics of Emergence: Introduction to Condensed Matter

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Physical Science, Semiconductors, Algebra, Electronic Components, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Calculus, Science and Research, Applied Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Backend Development and API Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Full-Stack Web Development, MongoDB, Authentications, Development Environment, Cloud API, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), User Accounts, Middleware, JavaScript Frameworks, User Requirements Documents, Authorization (Computing), User Story, Software Development Tools, Encryption, Data Validation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Financial Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Financial Data, Complex Problem Solving, Microsoft Copilot, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Software Testing for Developers: Codio
    • Building Agentic RAG with LlamaIndex: DeepLearning.AI
    • Conceptual Planning of Bridges: L&T EduTech
    • Public Involvement in Research: Imperial College London
    • Network Principles in Practice: Cloud Networking: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Machine Learning: Concepts and Applications: The University of Chicago
    • Applications of Copilot in the Workplace: Microsoft
    • Gemini in Google Drive: Google Cloud
    • Transforming Data in R: Coursera Project Network
    • The Physics of Emergence: Introduction to Condensed Matter: University of Colorado Boulder

    Why Learn Data Engineering?

    Data engineering focuses on preparing and structuring data so it can be accessed and analyzed efficiently. It involves working with databases, cloud platforms, ETL processes, and big data tools. Learning data engineering can help you manage complex data workflows, ensure data quality, and support data-driven decision-making in tech-driven organizations.

    Skills you can learn in Software Development

    Programming Language (34)
    Google (25)
    Computer Program (21)
    Software Testing (21)
    Web (19)
    Google Cloud Platform (18)
    Application Programming Interfaces (17)
    Data Structure (16)
    Problem Solving (14)
    Object-oriented Programming (13)
    Kubernetes (10)
    List & Label (10)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Data Engineering

    Top courses include the Data Engineering Foundations from IBM, Introduction to Data Engineering with DeepLearning.AI, and Data Engineering, Big Data, and Machine Learning on GCP from Google Cloud. These programs teach how to design, build, and manage data pipelines using modern tools and cloud platforms.‎

    Yes. Many data engineering courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to build and manage data processing systems, work with data warehouses and data lakes, use tools like SQL, Apache Spark, and Airflow, and understand how to design reliable and scalable data pipelines.‎

    Not necessarily. Many beginner-friendly courses start with the fundamentals and explain data engineering concepts clearly. However, some familiarity with programming and data analysis can be helpful as you progress to more advanced topics.‎

    Yes. Data engineering is a fast-growing field with high demand in tech, finance, healthcare, and many other industries. Coursera’s data engineering courses can help you build job-ready skills, prepare for certification exams, and earn certificates that showcase your expertise to employers.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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