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Software Design Courses

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.


Popular Software Design Courses and Certifications


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    California Institute of the Arts

    Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Persona (User Experience), UI/UX Strategy, Web Design, User Experience, Wireframing, User Research, User Centered Design, Mockups, Usability Testing, Requirements Analysis, Target Audience, Agile Methodology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    TIBCO BW Integration: Design, Implement & Test

    Skills you'll gain: File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Transaction Processing, Verification And Validation, Integration Testing, Data Integration, System Testing, Data Validation, Development Testing, Middleware, Systems Integration, Databases

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Detailing, Roof Design & Texturing

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Assets, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Instagram Visuals: Enhance Photography & Design

    Skills you'll gain: Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Photography, Photo Editing, Photo/Video Production and Technology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Siemens

    Siemens NX Mastery: Advanced Design & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Assembly Drawing, Finite Element Methods, Mechanical Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Design, Engineering Software, Simulations

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Decision Support Systems, Data Warehousing, Data Mining, Database Design, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Star Schema, Relational Databases, Database Management, Snowflake Schema, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Business Reporting, Database Management Systems, SAS (Software), Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, SQL, Data Mart

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Mission-Critical Systems Design

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Systems Engineering, Software Systems, System Software, Systems Architecture, Systems Design, System Design and Implementation, Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Linux

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Salesforce Design Mastery: CRM Customization

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, Customer Relationship Management, Data Security, Security Controls, No-Code Development, Automation, Identity and Access Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    3D Interaction Design in Virtual Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Interaction Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, Display Devices, Game Design, Human Machine Interfaces, Usability, User Experience Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Design Online Course Printables using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Collateral, Marketing Materials, Canva (Software), Promotional Materials, Business Marketing, Marketing Design, Marketing, Creative Design, Business, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Design Elements And Principles

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    L&T EduTech

    Concrete Multi Storey Building - System Design

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Blueprint Reading, Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Building Design, Engineering Drawings, Engineering Documentation, Architectural Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Building Codes, Construction Estimating, Civil Engineering, Engineering Practices, Construction, Construction Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Design Specifications, Engineering Software, Engineering Analysis, Estimation

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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Resilience & Leadership: Design, Development, & Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Change Management, Business Continuity, Organizational Change, Engineering Management, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Risk Management, Leadership, Innovation, Cross-Functional Collaboration

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software design courses

  • Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture: California Institute of the Arts
  • TIBCO BW Integration: Design, Implement & Test: EDUCBA
  • Advanced Detailing, Roof Design & Texturing: Packt
  • Instagram Visuals: Enhance Photography & Design: Coursera
  • Siemens NX Mastery: Advanced Design & Applications: Siemens
  • Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence: University of California, Irvine
  • Real-Time Mission-Critical Systems Design: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Salesforce Design Mastery: CRM Customization: Coursera
  • 3D Interaction Design in Virtual Reality: University of London
  • Design Online Course Printables using Canva: Coursera

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