Five hidden gems for software engineering students

As technology becomes more critical for businesses across all industries, the need for innovative software and engineers to develop it grows. Software engineering is a highly sought-after profession and getting a master's degree in software engineering can give you an edge over your peers. 
 
At the University of Bolton, we offer an MSc Software Engineering degree that provides students with cutting-edge knowledge and skills to develop innovative software solutions for public and private organisations. If you’re a computing graduate looking to expand your academic knowledge with a master’s degree, there are a few hidden gems that you need to be aware of. Let’s explore some! 

1. Jenkins 
 
Jenkins is an open-source automation server designed for automating repetitive tasks such as building, testing and deploying software applications. It helps automate processes so developers can focus on writing great code instead of wasting time on manual tasks. 
 
Many organisations, including Netflix, Apple, and Etsy, use Jenkins to continuously release software by interacting with testing and deployment methods. 

2. IntelliJ IDEA 
 
IntelliJ IDEA is an Integrated Development Environment (IDE) used for building applications in languages such as Java, Kotlin, Python, and Go. It provides many valuable features that help developers be productive and write better code faster. 
 
Companies like LinkedIn and Adobe widely use IntelliJ as it provides static code analysis to help find bugs, detect performance problems, and deal with dead code to simplify the coding structure. 
 
3. Appium 
 
Appium is an open-source automation tool for mobile app testing on iOS and Android platforms. Appium allows developers to write tests in any language they are familiar with, including NodeJS, Ruby, C++, etc., making it an excellent choice for teams who want to use their existing automation frameworks. 
 
Popular organisations such as Airbnb and Amazon have adopted Appium for testing their mobile applications. 

4. Jira 
 
Jira is issue-tracking software developers use to plan, track, and manage tasks and projects. Jira helps teams collaborate more efficiently and quickly resolve bugs, making it a popular choice among many companies like eBay and Dropbox. 

5. Git 
 
Git is a developer's version control system that tracks changes in the source code over time. It allows teams to collaborate on projects and keep records of their progress, making it easier for them to go back and forth between different versions of their codebase. 
 
Companies like Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon rely on Git for managing their source codes as it helps them easily maintain large projects with multiple contributors. 
 
What can you expect from MSc Software Engineering Programme at Bolton University 
 
The programme promotes deeper knowledge and understanding in the following: 
 
- A deep understanding of software engineering technologies, tools and processes 
- Understanding how to develop solutions to complex problems related to software engineering 
- Designing and implementing complex software systems for various contexts 
- Ability to evaluate different technologies and choose the best solution for a problem 
- You will learn to work independently and collaboratively in a real-world context 
 
Why Choose Bolton University? 
 
The University of Bolton's software engineering master's programme was developed in partnership with industry partners to guarantee that students are exposed to a wide range of pertinent industry issues. 
 
We use realistic scenarios in the coursework to help students prepare for their postgraduate professions, including all technical subjects covered in lectures and work the students are expected to produce, such as technical proposals or management reports. 
 
The practical research components addressed in the course laboratory work strongly correlate with the achievement of our graduates. The students will use their knowledge to work towards a dissertation, which we will display to employers and others, and will increase subject-specific knowledge and understanding, making graduates highly employable. 
 
With the master's degree in software engineering at Bolton University, you can develop a comprehensive understanding of software engineering technologies, tools and processes, which you can use to pursue rewarding career opportunities in the industry. 
 
If you want to expand your computing industry knowledge, MSc Software Engineering at the University of Bolton could be the perfect fit to support your career ambitions. Click the link to read more and find out how to apply.  
 
For more information, please contact enquiries@bolton.ac.uk or call us on 01204 903807.