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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Capstone Spacecraft Dynamics and Control Project

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Control Systems, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Write Blog Posts With Outranking: Rank Articles With AI

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Keyword Research, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Content, Content Development and Management, Content Creation, Content Strategy, AI Enablement, Editing, Generative AI, Writing

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Python Foundations for Data Handling

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Preprocessing, Scripting, Scripting Languages

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Linux Command Line

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix, System Monitoring

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    AI CERTs

    Blockchain Foundations & Smart Contracts

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Transaction Processing, Secure Coding, Distributed Computing, Data Integrity, Integrated Development Environments, Program Development, Cryptography, Software Design Documents, Development Environment, Virtual Machines

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Oxford

    Social Innovation: Strategy for Nonprofit Organisations

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Innovation, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Human Centered Design, Research and Design, Project Design, Business Planning, Growth Strategies, Risk Management, Marketing Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Qualitative Research

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Procurement for Governments

    Skills you'll gain: Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Purchasing, Business Ethics, Strategic Sourcing, Governance, Social Impact, Compliance Training, Contract Management, Supply Chain, Accountability, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Due Diligence, Risk Management, Market Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Python Fundamentals: Apply Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Data Processing, Data Dictionary, Computer Programming

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Seaborn with Python: Data Visualization for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Seaborn, Data Literacy, Plot (Graphics), Matplotlib, Scatter Plots, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Box Plots, Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon Web Services

    Amazon Connect Flows Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Self Service Technologies, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Customer experience improvement, Amazon Web Services, Workflow Management, Personalized Service, Cost Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    AI Sales Calling with Vapi: Automated SAAS Demo Scheduler

    Skills you'll gain: Make.com, JSON, Outbound Calls, Application Programming Interface (API), Phone Sales, Booking (Sales), Sales Presentation, Setting Appointments, Systems Integration, No-Code Development, Calendar Management, Technical Sales, Automation, AI Personalization, Scheduling

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    Build and Configure an Integration using Application Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Applications, Middleware, Integration Testing, Application Design, Data Integration, Cloud Computing

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Advanced Capstone Spacecraft Dynamics and Control Project: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Write Blog Posts With Outranking: Rank Articles With AI: Coursera
  • Python Foundations for Data Handling: Packt
  • Linux Command Line: Packt
  • Blockchain Foundations & Smart Contracts: AI CERTs
  • Social Innovation: Strategy for Nonprofit Organisations: University of Oxford
  • Procurement for Governments: Coursera
  • Python Fundamentals: Apply Data Structures: EDUCBA
  • Seaborn with Python: Data Visualization for Beginners: EDUCBA
  • Amazon Connect Flows Fundamentals: Amazon Web Services

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