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.

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Data Storage, Program Development, Bioinformatics, Data Storage Technologies, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Distributed Computing, Test Case, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Software Testing, C and C++, Debugging, Javascript, Java, Rust (Programming Language)
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Command-Line Interface, Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudFormation, Root Cause Analysis, Customer Relationship Building, Network Troubleshooting, Amazon Web Services, Customer Relationship Management, Amazon DynamoDB, Software Architecture, Linux Commands, Linux, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Web Applications, Information Technology, Customer Service, Software Development
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Application Design, Software Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Security, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Crisis Management, LLM Application, Productivity, Incident Response, Responsible AI, OpenAI, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Business Ethics, Information Privacy, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Figma (Design Software), AI Workflows, Generative AI, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Generative AI Agents, Visual Design, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Design, Design Thinking, Process Design, Collaborative Software, Human Centered Design, Design Elements And Principles, Layout Design, Interactive Design, Marketing Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Peripheral Devices, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, OSI Models, Computer Hardware, General Networking, Cyber Attacks, Disaster Recovery, Data Strategy, Data Security, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Computer Programming, Technical Support
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, LLM Application, Productivity, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Anthropic Claude, Expense Management, Productivity Software, Creativity, Verification And Validation, Communication, Planning, Marketing
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Peer Review, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Team Motivation, Project Management, Information Technology, Risk Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Communication
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cloud Deployment, Peripheral Devices, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Cloud Computing Architecture, Configuration Management, Cloud Services, Governance, Digital Forensics, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Application Security, Data Strategy, Information Technology, Cryptography
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, AI Orchestration, Generative AI, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, Agentic systems, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Business Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Organizational Leadership, Automation, Strategic Planning, Talent Acquisition, Procurement, Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Software Development, Software Design, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Analysis, Dashboard, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Visualization Software, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Responsible AI, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Machine Learning, Context Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months