Software design courses can help you learn programming principles, design patterns, user interface design, and system architecture. You can build skills in code refactoring, version control, and creating scalable applications. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, Figma for UI/UX design, and various integrated development environments (IDEs) to streamline the coding process. By engaging with these topics and tools, you can enhance your ability to create efficient, user-friendly software solutions.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Web Scraping
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Internet Of Things, System Software, Peripheral Devices, C (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Simulations, Development Environment, Debugging, Systems Integration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, OpenAI, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, AI Product Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Productivity Software, Creative Design, Marketing Automation, Responsible AI, Natural Language Processing, Application Programming Interface (API), A/B Testing, Time Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Web Design, WordPress, Web Language, HTML and CSS, Web Content, Web Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Responsive Web Design, Cross Platform Development, Content Management, Web Applications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Algorithms, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk, 3D Assets, Design Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Editing, Graphical Tools, Image Quality, Simulations
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Apache Hive, Big Data, Database Design, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Databases, Apache Hadoop, Analytics, Social Media, Data Processing, Social Media Content, Data Management, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Transformation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Graph Theory, Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures, Game Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Big Data, Data Management, Database Management Systems, Real Time Data, NoSQL, Database Design, Data Processing, Apache Hadoop, Data Structures, Scalability, Virtual Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Linux, Scripting, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Scripting Languages, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Systems Administration, IT Automation, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Hosting, Object-Relational Mapping, YAML, Python Programming, Databases, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Administration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Maintainability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months