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English for Software Engineers:Boost Your Global Tech Career

Name: English for Software Engineers:Boost Your Global Tech Career
Rating: 4.5 (123 reviews)

Master English Communication for Global Software Engineering Success

Role Play

Created byTerry Mc Gonigle

Last updated 6/2025

English

What you'll learn

Communicate effectively in English during software development meetings.
Develop confidence in scrum meetings, stand-ups, and technical discussions.
Ask questions about project specifics, tech stacks, and product backlogs.
Gain clarity in discussions and ensure smooth project communication.
Understand and use essential English vocabulary and terminology.
Learn key verbs, phrases, and technical terms used in software engineering.
Improve pronunciation and avoid common grammar mistakes.
Speak clearly and correctly in professional software engineering contexts.

Course content

5 sections • 44 lectures • 4h 33m total length

Introduction0:35
Follow me on social media!0:14
M 1 V 1 Asking Questions about Project Specifics9:46
Learn to ask project-specific questions, gather requirements, and manage feedback while shaping a website redesign with front-end development, responsive design, accessibility, and a six-week prototype timeline.
✅ Role Play 1: What’s the Focus of This Project?
M 1 V 2 Intro to question forms8:22
Master basic question forms in software engineering, including what, present continuous, how, and is there or are there, focusing on sprint goals and project details.
✅ Role Play 2: What’s the Timeline for the First Prototype?
M 1 V 3 Agile/ Scrum practices10:09
Master agile and scrum practices by learning verbs for ceremonies and frequency expressions, covering daily standups, sprint planning, sprint reviews, and backlog grooming with stakeholder feedback.
✅ Role Play 3: What Responsibilities Will I Have?
M 1 V 4 Talking about vision and scope8:57
Explore how to articulate a project's vision and scope, including technical architecture, user experience, and seo considerations for a real estate portal with interactive maps and virtual tours.
✅ Role Play 4: What Tools Are Used in Design and Testing?
M 1 V 5 Looking for clarification10:39
Learn to ask for clarification in software engineering, using dialogue scenarios about supplier integration, API data, middleware standardization, and securing data with encryption and OAuth.
M 1 V 6 Asking questions about the tech stack10:25
Learn to ask about the tech stack through Evelyn and Charlie, covering html5, css3, javascript, react, redux, sass, contentful, wcag, and development tools like visual studio code and git.
✅ Role Play 5: What Tech Stack Do We Use?
PDF slides for module 10:03

M 2 V 1 Asking questions about specific responsibilities10:23
Learn to ask about specific responsibilities in software engineering, covering front-end duties with HTML5, CSS3, and React, plus UI design, checkout optimization, performance optimization, accessibility, and cross-team collaboration.
✅ Role Play 6: What Are My Specific Responsibilities?
M 2 V 2 Asking about design and testing tools12:22
Explore how design and testing tools support software projects, from Figma and Zeplin handoffs to Selenium, Jenkins CI/CD, and JMeter performance testing, guided by TDD practices.
✅ Role Play 7: What Design and Testing Tools Do You Use?
M 2 V 3 Talking about code quality12:18
Focus on code quality with clean, readable, maintainable code and meaningful names. Explore test driven development, debugging, and version control using git and GitHub, plus coding standards and reviews.
✅ Role Play 8: What Coding Standards Do You Follow?
PDF slides for section 20:03

M 3 V 1 Asking questions about project requirements11:41
✅ Role Play 9: What Are the Requirements for This Project?
M3 V 2 Asking about Strategic goals of the project12:50
Learn to articulate strategic project goals, prioritize features like enhanced search, interactive maps, and mobile optimization, and translate them into robust React front-end and Angular back-end requirements.
✅ Role Play 10: What Are the Project’s Strategic Goals?
M 3 V 3 Asking about stakeholder feedback14:25
✅ Role Play 11: How Do You Use Stakeholder Feedback?
M 3 V 4 Talking about the Product backlog9:36
Develop skills to discuss and refine the product backlog, prioritize e-commerce improvements (shopping cart and checkout) and mobile optimization, and plan sprints with backlog grooming, estimates, and technical considerations.
✅ Role Play 12: What’s in the Product Backlog?
M 3 V 5 Asking about project management tools9:25
Learn how to ask about project management tool features like Jira, update task status to in-progress, log requirements, flag blockers and dependencies, and track time to keep the team aligned.
✅ Role Play 13: How Do We Use Jira in This Project?
PDF slides for Section 30:03

M 4 V 1 Discussing Design and prototyping of products16:06
Discuss design and prototyping of products, focusing on artisanal product pages with a masonry grid, accessibility, and a mobile-first, React-driven interface, guided by usability testing and iterative prototyping.
✅ Role Play 14: What Are the Key UX Design Goals?
M 4 V 2 Discussing feasability and technical requirements15:11
Aligns on the technical feasibility and requirements for an enterprise level supply chain management platform, detailing SQL and NoSQL data handling, RESTful APIs, OAuth, microservices, and Docker and Kubernetes deployment.
✅ Role Play 15: What’s the Plan for API Development?
M 4 V 3 Discussing upcoming sprints15:55
Discuss upcoming sprints for the real estate portal, prioritizing interactive maps with Leaflet and intuitive autocomplete filters, while aligning with the backend and planning a mid-sprint review.
✅ Role Play 16: What Are the Sprint Priorities?
M 4 V 4 Reviewing Product 2's Scalable Schema Design26:18
✅ Role Play 17: How Are We Designing the Database Schema?
M 4 V 5 Product 1's Prototype Presentations17:35
✅ Role Play 18: What Should We Highlight in the Prototype?
PDF slides for module 40:03

Dialogue M 1 V 11:20
Quiz Module 1 Video 1
Dialogue M 1 V 31:24
Develop advanced order management and real-time inventory tracking through the supplier integration module, automating order placements and optimizing data flow with external systems, and api development.
Quiz : Module 1 Video 3
Dialogue M 1 V 41:29
Quiz Module 1 Video 4
Dialogue M 1 V 51:18
Quiz Module 1 Video 5
Dialogue M 1 V 61:39
Quiz Module 1 Video 6
Dialogue M 2 V 11:35
Join the front-end team to build a responsive, accessible website with HTML5, CSS3, and React, aligning with the store's brand, creating wireframes, hover effects, and streamlined checkout while optimizing performance.
Quiz Module 2 Video 1
Dialogue M 2 V 21:41
Learn how design and testing tools ensure quality in supply chain platforms. Use Figma for UI/UX, Zeplin for handoff, Selenium with Jenkins, and JMeter, under TDD.
Quiz Module 2 Video 2
Dialogue M 2 V 31:25
Improve code quality through readability, clean code, meaningful names, and a consistent style; apply test driven development, debugging with logging and breakpoints, and git version control with GitHub pull requests.
Quiz Module 2 Video 3
Dialogue M 3 V 11:24
Leverage market research to craft a site highlighting crafts’ uniqueness, boosts engagement and sales, and uses HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript on WordPress or Shopify with mobile responsiveness and WCAG accessibility.
Quiz Module 3 Video 1
Dialogue M 3 V 22:11
Quiz Module 3 Video 2
Dialogue M 3 V 32:02
Integrate stakeholder feedback to simplify the dashboard layout and improve the inventory tracking system UI. Enhance analytics with interactive reports using Tableau or Power BI while ensuring performance.
Quiz Module 3 Video 3
Dialogue M 3 V 42:02
Use Jira to manage projects: update tasks to in-progress, log acceptance criteria, flag blockers, link dependencies, and track daily time to keep the real estate portal team aligned.
Quiz Module 3 Video 4
Dialogue M 3 V 51:33
Refine the craft store website redesign backlog by prioritizing e-commerce enhancements (shopping cart and checkout), mobile optimization, and artisan profiles, while providing estimates and technical considerations for balanced sprints.
Quiz Module 3 Video 5
Dialogue M 4 V 11:44
Brainstorm user experience ideas for an artisan goods site, featuring a masonry grid, large interactive images, and mobile-first accessibility with WCAG guidelines; prototype with Figma or Sketch and React.
Quiz Module 4 Video 1
Dialogue M 4 V 21:51
Aligns on backend feasibility for a supply chain platform, detailing real-time inventory with SQL and NoSQL, RESTful APIs, OAuth security, microservices, and Docker and Kubernetes deployment.
Quiz Module 4 Video 2
M 4 V 3 Dialogue1:51
Plan to implement interactive property maps and advanced search filters for the real estate portal using leaflet. Coordinate backend data integration and pair programming to ensure sprint quality.
Quiz Module 4 Video 3
M 4 V 4 Dialogue2:05
M 4 V 5 Dialougue1:47
Showcase interactive product galleries, seamless checkout, and artisan storytelling within a responsive, accessible front end built with React, emphasizing UX, intuitive navigation, performance, and brand-aligned design philosophy.
PDF file for the Dialogues of the course0:04

Requirements

Basic to intermediate English level. No advanced English skills required; all necessary language skills will be taught.

Description

Unlock Global Opportunities with English for Software Engineers!

Hi, I'm Terry, an experienced English teacher and Udemy instructor with over 150,000 students. I created "English for Software Engineers" to help professionals like you communicate confidently in English and boost your tech career.

Why Choose This Course?

Made for Software Engineers

Real-Life Learning: Lessons made with help from over 20 software engineers, so the content is relevant to your work.
Authentic Scenarios: Practice with realistic dialogues featuring North American voices, simulating meetings and workplace conversations.

Improve Your Communication Skills

Learn Important Words and Verbs: Master key terms you need to work in English.
Participate Confidently in Meetings: Get language tools to ask questions, discuss projects, and join team talks.
Better Pronunciation and Grammar: Each lesson focuses on important language points to help you avoid common mistakes.

What You'll Achieve:

Communicate Effectively in International Teams
Improve Your English for Remote Work
Access Better Job Opportunities with Global Companies
Gain Confidence in Meetings and Presentations

Who Is This Course For?

Software Engineers Facing Language Barriers
Professionals Seeking Higher-Paying International Jobs
Anyone Wanting to Improve English Communication Skills in Tech

What students are saying about the course!

"I love this course and its content. Working as a non-native English-speaking software engineer abroad makes it challenging to improve my English. Your content reflects what I hear in everyday conversations."

"I really enjoy the course. There are many scenarios in a real time work."

"the instructor is very didactic and clear."

Join Today and Transform Your Career!

Enroll now to get:

Lifetime access to all course materials
30-day money-back guarantee—no questions asked!

Take the Next Step—Become a Globally Competitive Software Engineer!

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FAQs

Q: Is this course suitable for beginners in English?

A: Yes! Whether you're a beginner or intermediate, this course will help you improve your English skills in a software engineering context.

Q: What if I'm not satisfied with the course?

A: We offer a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you're not 100% satisfied, get a full refund—no questions asked.

Q: Will I receive a certificate upon completion?

A: Yes! Upon completing the course, you'll receive a Udemy Certificate of Completion that you can share with employers or on your LinkedIn profile.

Q: How long will I have access to the course materials?

A: You'll have lifetime access to all course materials, including any future updates.

Q: Is there support if I have questions during the course?

A: Absolutely! You can ask questions in the course Q&A section, and I'll be happy to help you.

Q: Can this course help me get a job in an international company?

A: While we can't guarantee job placement, improving your English communication skills can significantly enhance your chances of securing a job with international companies.

Q: How is this course different from other English courses?

A: This course is specifically designed for software engineers. It focuses on the language and communication skills needed in the tech industry, making it more relevant to your career.

Q: Do I need to be a software engineer to take this course?

A: While the course is designed for software engineers, anyone interested in tech-related English can benefit from it.

About the Instructor

Terry is a dedicated English teacher who helps software engineers achieve their career goals. With over 150,000 students on Udemy, Terry combines language teaching with real-world tech insights.

Don't let language barriers hold you back. Enroll today and unlock your full potential in the global tech industry!

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Who this course is for:

Software engineers with a basic to intermediate level of English.
Developers interested in working remotely or relocating to English-speaking countries.
Tech professionals looking to advance their careers with better English fluency.
Professionals seeking to improve communication skills for international projects.
Anyone frustrated by language barriers and seeking better opportunities.
Individuals aiming to join global tech companies or multinational teams.

English for Software Engineers:Boost Your Global Tech Career

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Course content

Section 1 - First day at work.14 lectures • 59min

Section 2 - Training and Onboarding7 lectures • 35min

Section 3 - Requirements Gathering11 lectures • 58min

Section 4 Design and prototyping.11 lectures • 1hr 31min

Dialogues section - Test your understanding with quizzes19 lectures • 30min

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