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.

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Video Game Development, Unreal Engine, Event-Driven Programming, Unity Engine, C# (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Data Structures
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Hardware Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, AI Workflows, Cloud Computing Architecture, Performance Tuning, Computer Hardware, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Platforms, Computing Platforms, Interoperability, Artificial Intelligence, Product Demonstration, Performance Improvement, Benchmarking, Systems Architecture
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, AI Product Strategy, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Business Leadership, Responsible AI, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Market Opportunities, Customer experience improvement, Corporate Strategy, Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Business Metrics, Customer Engagement, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Infrastructure Architecture, Electrical Equipment, Network Planning And Design, Interoperability, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Edureka
Skills you'll gain: Angular, Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, Software Testing, Test Tools, Web Development Tools, Unit Testing, Application Performance Management, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Web Applications, TypeScript, Ajax, Application Lifecycle Management, Secure Coding, Web Development, Code Coverage, Software Architecture, Command-Line Interface, Version Control
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Planning And Design, Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Load Balancing, Virtual Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Administration, Network Infrastructure, Scalability, Computer Networking, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Performance Tuning, Cloud Deployment, Wide Area Networks, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), General Networking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), Design Reviews, User Interface (UI), Collaborative Software, Prototyping, Design Software, Digital Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Restful API, CI/CD, Model View Controller, ASP.NET, Cloud Infrastructure, Continuous Deployment, Load Balancing, OAuth, Continuous Integration, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Cloud Platforms, Build Tools, Web Development, Web Applications, Microservices, Single Sign-On (SSO), Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, PostgreSQL, Query Languages, Database Management, Database Systems, Data Manipulation
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Xi'an Jiaotong University
Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, Computer Systems, Computer Networking, General Networking, Microsoft Office, Computer Architecture, Computer Hardware, Network Protocols, Information Technology, Computing Platforms, Computational Logic, Data Storage, File Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Modeling, Data Access, Business Analytics, UI/UX Strategy, Data Analysis, Data Governance, Performance Tuning, Cloud Services, Self Service Technologies, Version Control
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Transformation, Data Science, Data Analysis, R (Software), Data Processing, R Programming, Rmarkdown, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks