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System Design Courses

System design courses can help you learn architectural patterns, scalability principles, performance optimization, and system reliability. You can build skills in creating efficient APIs, managing databases, and implementing microservices. Many courses introduce tools like AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes, that support deploying and managing applications in a cloud environment. You'll also explore methods for designing fault-tolerant systems and ensuring data consistency, equipping you with practical knowledge for real-world applications.


Popular System Design Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado System

    Abstraction, Problem Decomposition, and Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Debugging

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Diseño de Actividades con PhET para la Educación STEM

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Simulation and Simulation Software, Interactive Design, Research, Experimentation, Chemistry, Physics, Biology

    4.9
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    OWASP Top 10 - Welcome and Risks 1-5

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Secure Coding, Hardening, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Authorization (Computing), Cryptography, System Configuration, Encryption

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Rapid Prototyping and Tooling

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Drawings, Basic Electrical Systems, Prototyping, Drafting and Engineering Design, Mechanical Drawings, Computer-Aided Design, Electronics, Technical Drawing, Electronic Components, Robotics, Manufacturing Processes, Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Engineering, Materials science, Manufacturing and Production, Mechanical Engineering, 3D Modeling

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Google Analytics for Beginners: Marketing Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Customer Analysis, E-Commerce, Marketing Analytics, Performance Analysis, Performance Reporting, Marketing Effectiveness

    4.4
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals Of Microfrontends

    Skills you'll gain: Frontend Integration, Web Components, JavaScript Frameworks, Microarchitecture, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, CI/CD, Web Design, Secure Coding, Software Design, Scalability, Server Side, Maintainability, Debugging

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Reimbursement Models

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Medical Coding, CPT Coding, Managed Care, Medical Billing, Payment Systems, Health Systems, Patient Safety, Health Policy, Health Care, Medicare, Risk Management, Health Education, Public Health

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Series Orientation: Transforming Education

    Skills you'll gain: Student-Centred Learning, Instructional Strategies, Education and Training, Adult Learning Principles, Community Organizing, Community Development, Social Justice, Student Engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Driving engagement, Time Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Programming Languages Ⅰ

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming, Functional Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    运营管理概论(中文版)

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Analysis, Business Operations, Operational Efficiency, Production Process, Operational Analysis, Process Optimization, Business Process Improvement, Quality Management, Performance Measurement, Inventory Management System, Business Metrics, Quality Control, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Capacity Management, Resource Utilization

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Mindfulness and Well-being: Peace in, Peace Out

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Compassion, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Social Impact, Mental Concentration, Stress Management, Creativity

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI for Consultants

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI Security, Management Consulting, Business Consulting, Consulting, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Technical Consulting, Quality Assurance, Market Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Automation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Abstraction, Problem Decomposition, and Functions: University of Colorado System
  • Diseño de Actividades con PhET para la Educación STEM: University of Colorado Boulder
  • OWASP Top 10 - Welcome and Risks 1-5: Infosec
  • Rapid Prototyping and Tooling: Arizona State University
  • Google Analytics for Beginners: Marketing Essentials: Coursera
  • Fundamentals Of Microfrontends: Board Infinity
  • Value-Based Care: Reimbursement Models: University of Houston
  • Series Orientation: Transforming Education: University of Michigan
  • Programming Languages Ⅰ: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • 运营管理概论(中文版): University of Pennsylvania

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