Software Engineering Fundamentals
I'll give you the exact skills you need to be a qualified software engineer.
Master the core skills that make everything else easier. Even if you're brand new to coding.
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Is Software Engineering Fundamentals for Me?
There are a lot of things you need to know as a software engineer. How does a good software engineer keep up on everything? They start by building a rock solid foundation that makes learning everything else easier.
This course is the foundation for everything software engineering! Consider this: If you want to build a large building, you first need to build a rock solid foundation. The stronger the foundation, the better the building.
Software Engineering Fundamentals guides you through every major topic you should know to be an effective developer. You'll learn all the lingo, how to build projects, and how to conquer any challenge thrown at you. By the end of this course series, you'll have the skills necessary to succeed as a software engineer.
Follow along with Concepts and Hands-on
Understand the what, how, and WHY of everything we do.
"I have been a software engineer for about 4 years now and I saw your videos while I was preparing for my first job. Your blackboard explanations were very helpful and funny at times. These things are hard to find combined."
- Pratyush, Software Engineer
Unsure of how to get Started? Look no Further!
You may be overwhelmed with what path to take in software. You're struggling, wasting time, or going in circles. You're not seeing the results of your labor and you're ready to make a change.
Without a guide, you may stay on this hopeless path forever.
That's why I've given you everything you need - The exact steps nicely packaged.
These lessons contain the MOST IMPORTANT TOPICS I've picked up over my 10+ years in tech.
I’m confident that if you follow the plan and curriculum I provide, you will achieve your goal.
You will have a completely new mindset and approach to solving problems and coding.
The path is laid out right in front of you—all you have to do is commit. Will you commit and follow through?
"Your teaching style really resonates with me, and after following your content and seeing how consistent you’ve been, I believe you can help me. So, I’ll cut down on all the random, unstructured learning I’ve been on so far and just stick to this program."
- Adam, Software Engineer
Consider this your computer science degree in a nutshell.
- Foundational theory of computing
- Most important computer hardware
- Types of programming languages and software
- Number Systems
- Building resilient and secure software
- How to use the terminal and the most important commands
- How to set up your editor for efficient development
- How to start writing code and manage it all with Git and GitHub
- Markdown and software documentation
- Building and deploying your first portfolio site
- How to code. From "hello world" to intermediate software engineer.
- Databases and web development fundamentals
- Building and deploying projects and the software development life cycle.
- API design
- JavaScript & TypeScript
- Databases and SQL
- Building a full frontend
- Docker
- Rust
- Go
- Protobufs
- Parallel programming
- Web sockets
- BONUS projects
- Capstone project using Go, Rust, and TypeScript
- And more...
Let's explore each level
Level 1
Beginner FundamentalsLevel 2
Intermediate FundamentalsLevel 3
Advanced FundamentalsBeginner Fundamentals
Start with Concepts
- In my classic style we go over all important concepts and theory with dedicated lessons on a chalkboard. Keepin' it old school
- Understand the exact ideas behind what we are are learning and building. No more having to blindly trust the process
- Learn many computer science principles and how to write write scalable, secure, clean code
Build Your First Web Apps
- Learn how to approach building projects
- Understand version control with Git and GitHub
- Learn how the internet works
- Learn how to manage data in a database
- Handle user data and form submissions avoiding the most important security concerns
- Deploy your web app automatically with any code change
Master Computer Science Principles
- Learn all the beginner and intermediate topics of programming
- Use the most important Unix / Linux commands needed as a software engineer
- Level up your understanding of things like Bash scripting, control flow, OOP, libraries, IO, and working with SQL.
- Build a CLI application to manage a reading list all stored in an SQL database.
Build and deploy a Markdown Portfolio
- Learn how to render static web pages from Markdown and host your site online
- Grab the attention of recruiters
- Easily organize your goals, projects and achievements
- Link to other projects built in this course and future courses
- No more blending in with the rest of the industry
- Use my template I've used to stand out. Set up to help you build an expert-level reputation around your work
Intermediate Fundamentals
Intermediate Software Engineering Fundamentals continues where we left off in beginner fundamentals.
I created this course to take you from someone who knows the basics of code with some practice to someone who can build real world applications and thrive in modern software.
We still focus on fundamental ideas, but explore more advanced concepts and topics that give you a stronger skillset and prepare you for more difficult roles.
- Understand proper API design and architecture
- Build the skills needed to spec out projects, converting business ideas in to code
- Properly spec out interfaces and documentation needed to produce maintainable APIs
- Learn to model and work with data in databases
- Follow along with larger projects
- Test your skills with a self-paced project assignment
- Discover what it takes to be be a mid-level software engineer
Advanced Fundamentals
Advanced Software Engineering Fundamentals is designed to stretch your abilities and push you in to new levels of skill.
I created this course to go deep and explore advanced topics. I'll teach you how to create advanced apps in a multiple programming languages. By the end of this course you'll have have multiple programming languages under your belt and be exposed to multiple programming paradigms.
I still consider this course as fundamental knowledge, but we will go outside of the bounds of what is typically covered in a beginner course, striving for excellence and a more thorough foundation.
- Build dedicated frontends for your backend services
- Learn applied JavaScript and TypeScript
- Explore both the Rust Programming language and Go
- Hands on practice with multithreading and parallel computing
- Understand virtualization with Docker
- Orchestrate containers with Docker Compose
- Build real-time apps with WebSockets
"As a self taught developer I’m always searching for videos on various topics. It’s difficult to find good teachers though. That’s why I was super happy to have stumbled on Caleb. He breaks down topics in a very digestible and engaging way and I owe a lot where I am today to his videos."
Linse - Senior Software Engineer at CapitalOne
Comprehensive eBooks for all Levels
Engage your mind not only through video, but with detailed eBooks containing code, resources, and explanations. Lessons are organized nicely by video for you to follow along and use as a reference.
"So far I've been working through the Software Fundamentals and I like that it teaches you the basics and builds on the concepts by building projects. I like that it covers things like Linux, github, docker etc. and how to deploy a project that you've made. I also really like that there are notes for everything to refer to and helps with reviewing the concepts."
- Susan Hill
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Most devs lack support systems and are not surrounded by like-minded individuals.
This course is for you if:
- You're tired of feeling that you're missing some core knowledge
- You feel your learning speed is slower than it should be because you don't have a solid foundation
- You're new to programming and want to get started
- You already a developer who wants to fill in any gaps
- You learn best with clear roadmaps and step by step guidance.
- You want to master the foundations needed for intermediate and advanced software engineering roles
- You need a shortcut to starting / advancing your software engineering career
What Other Creators Have to Say
Brad Traversy
(Traversy Media - 2.4M Subscribers)
Caleb is a great teacher, and he is very knowledgeable in many different programming languages and technologies. I have featured him on the Traversy Media YouTube channel and plan on doing more collaborations in the future.
Bucky Roberts
(TheNewBostom - 2.7M Subscribers)
When it comes to explaining complex topics in a way that is easy to understand, there is no one better than Caleb. His videos are not only educational but incredibly entertaining as well.
Quincy Larson
(freeCodeCamp - 11.3M Subscribers)
Caleb is a prolific contributor to the freeCodeCamp community. Through his tutorials and YouTube videos, he has helped thousands of people understand key computer science concepts. I am proud to call myself a Caleb Curry fan, and I think you will be, too.
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Hands-On, Not Just Theory
Every week comes with a project designed to make the ideas stick and expand your portfolio. You’ll gain hands-on experience, get support for your questions, and dig deeper during the group sessions with me and other engineers in the program.
Week 4: Your Capstone
By the final week, you’ll be building something substantial—a project that proves you can apply everything you’ve learned in a real-world scenario.
What Viewers Have to Say
Tanea Buiucli
When learning about databases, Caleb’s tutorials were the most simply-put and well-explained. He was coming up with examples in real time, which also showed his thought process. Caleb helped me visualize the material which allowed me to understand the new concepts faster. Best of all, I’ve used what I’ve learned from Caleb to land a job as a software developer 🙂
Daniel Armaganian
Caleb’s content has been a game changer for my career. Since discovering his work, I’ve gone deeper into my studies of programming languages and software development, eventually leading me to pursue a degree in software engineering. Now, as a software engineer, I can confidently say that Caleb played a significant role in my professional achievements.
Liz Ruiz
I've been studying software development as a full time x-ray tech. Caleb has guided me through this major career change and has helped me make massive progress with limited time. I highly recommend any of Caleb's courses if you wish to make the jump to code. Caleb simplifies hard to understand concepts and makes them easy to understand and learn!
Argelio Rodriguez
I’m really grateful for Caleb. Thanks to his C++ tutorials, I was able to get an internship in my first year of college.
I look forward to more lessons from him 💪
Clifford Fajardo
Caleb's SQL videos were helpful when I was learning about database design.
In fact, his videos still prove useful almost 5 years later after I first saw them as refreshers.
Drea Estefania
Caleb’s simple explanations helped me improve my understanding of code. As a marketer working in a high tech field, understanding software development helps me perform better. I’d recommend him for anyone wanting to learn.
Martina Rodic
Caleb’s content was the very first step in my C++ learning journey. I'm currently making my first game using C++ and Unreal Engine, and I'm still learning C++ daily! Caleb has an interesting way of explaining concepts and connecting them to real-world situations, making learning so much easier. You’ll love his C++ lessons. He slowly explained the lessons step by step, in a good sequence, making learning easier and more interesting.
Kyle Talley
My coding journey began when I signed up for a CS1 class at my local community college. Searching for C++ courses on YouTube, I found Caleb’s course and was immediately hooked. His approach to teaching made learning simple and enjoyable, sparking my passion for coding. I continue to watch his videos to this day, and I can honestly say that without Caleb’s guidance, I might not be coding today, more than five years later.
Michelle Hernandez
Caleb’s courses have been with me since the beginning of my journey in tech. Caleb has a special charm, making the most difficult concepts easy to understand. Caleb shows passion and a deep understanding for his craft, motivating and inspiring his viewers to become interpretive problem-solvers. I’ve really benefited from gaining his perspective anytime I feel stuck learning something new. I highly recommend any of his courses and content!
Hi, I'm Caleb
When I started my career in software there was so much I didn't know. I had no clue what to study, what to expect, or how to actually get better.
Everyone is different in what they seek in life, but I think we can all agree that a career that offers fulfilling work, high pay, and flexibility is a major win (and it's completely achievable).
What I'm Known For
Achievements unlocked:
- Personally Landed multiple offers in tech and software engineering. Latest offer was for $240K/yr ($180K base). 100% remote! (Yes, remote roles still exist),
- Co-founded a tech company supporting thousands of users all over the world,
- Collaborated with top course publishers (Pearson, CourseCareers),
- Have worked with leading tech companies (IBM, Oracle, MongoDB),
- Speaker for conferences and universities,
- Created the best course on the internet (let me prove it 😉) .
