Design Thinking courses can help you learn user-centered design, prototyping, brainstorming techniques, and iterative testing. You can build skills in empathy mapping, defining user personas, and conducting usability tests. Many courses introduce tools like Adobe XD, Figma, and Miro, which facilitate collaboration and visualization throughout the design process. Additionally, you'll explore methods for gathering feedback and refining solutions, ensuring that your designs are not only innovative but also aligned with user needs.

Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, AutoCAD, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Autodesk, Engineering Drawings, Architectural Design, Land Development, Building Design, Functional Design, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Surveys, User Feedback, Data Storytelling, Statistical Reporting, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Market Research, Statistical Analysis, Storytelling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, User Centered Design, Statistical Methods, Data Collection, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Presentations, Diagram Design, Business Planning, Data Visualization, Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Brainstorming, New Business Development, Collaborative Software
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: HVAC, Building Services Engineering, Hydraulics, Thermal Management, Pump Stations, Equipment Design, Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Human Factors, Engineering Analysis, Performance Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Video Game Development, Animations, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Software Design, C# (Programming Language), Scripting, Data Persistence, System Implementation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, Design Software, Typography, Layout Design, Design Elements And Principles, Photo Editing, File Management, Color Theory
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, UI/UX Strategy, Experience Design, Ideation, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Thinking, Innovation, Design Strategies, Collaborative Software, User Interface (UI) Design, Product Improvement, Team Oriented, Product Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Kinesiology, Human Factors, Exercise Science, Human Factors Engineering, Control Systems, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Sensory Systems Analysis, Industrial Design, Mechanics, Occupational Health, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Development, Software Versioning, Git (Version Control System), Programming Principles, Software Design, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Software Development Tools
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Development, Relational Databases, SQL, PHP (Scripting Language), Database Application, Database Software, Database Systems, Database Management, Databases, Database Management Systems, Database Administration, Query Languages, Back-End Web Development, Data Structures, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Microservices, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Middleware, Cloud Platforms, Embedded Systems, Information Systems Security, Telecommunications, Cloud Technologies, Interoperability, Cybersecurity, Cloud-Based Integration
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Database Design, Transact-SQL, Transaction Processing, Database Development, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, SQL, Database Management, Databases, Business Reporting, Data Maintenance, Data Integrity, Test Data, Code Reusability, Procedure Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks