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Distributed Systems Courses

Distributed systems courses can help you learn about network protocols, data consistency models, fault tolerance, and scalability challenges. You can build skills in designing distributed algorithms, managing resource allocation, and ensuring data integrity across nodes. Many courses introduce tools like Apache Kafka, Kubernetes, and Docker, that support deploying and managing distributed applications.


Popular Distributed Systems Courses and Certifications


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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Programming Reactive Systems (Scala 2 version)

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Scala Programming, Distributed Computing, Event-Driven Programming, System Design and Implementation, Microservices, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Cloud Computing, Software Design, Application Frameworks, Software Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Embedded Hardware and Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Operating Systems, Real-Time Operating Systems, Wireless Networks, System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Simulations, C (Programming Language), Network Protocols

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Computing Applications, Part 1: Cloud Systems and Infrastructure

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Storage, Middleware, Containerization, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Cloud Applications, Amazon S3, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Scalability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Distributed Query Optimization and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Apache Hadoop, Query Languages, Big Data, Databases, SQL, Data Access, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Data Processing, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing), Data Storage Technologies, File Systems, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Clinic Systems: Navigate & Connect Modules

    Skills you'll gain: Clinic Management Systems, Patient Flow, Patient Registration, Practice Management Software, Health Informatics, End User Training and Support, Health Administration, Data Integration, Technical Support and Services, Systems Integration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Datadog: Performance Monitoring Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Enterprise Application Management, Cloud Deployment, Business Metrics, Event Monitoring, Kubernetes, Continuous Monitoring, Docker (Software), Microservices, Problem Management, Distributed Computing, Anomaly Detection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Strategic Leader

    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

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Electric Power Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Sustainable Technologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    28DIGITAL

    Development of Secure Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Operating Systems, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Architecture, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Web Services, Programming Principles, Encryption, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Wireless Networks, System Programming, Computer Programming, System Requirements, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Build Distributed Storage with GlusterFS on Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Servers, Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Virtual Machines, Distributed Computing, Linux, Performance Tuning, Data Storage, File Systems, System Support, Data Storage Technologies, Software Installation, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, Network Troubleshooting, Version Control, IT Automation, Systems Administration, IT Infrastructure, Network Administration, Information Systems Security, TCP/IP, Git (Version Control System), Chef (Configuration Management Tool), Network Security, Ruby (Programming Language), Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Computer Security and Systems Management

    Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Computer Security, Linux Administration, Contingency Planning, Disaster Recovery, Authorization (Computing), Linux, Linux Servers, Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Business Continuity Planning, OSI Models, User Accounts, Group Policy, Security Management, Microsoft Servers, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Cybersecurity

    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular distributed systems courses

  • Programming Reactive Systems (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Embedded Hardware and Operating Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Cloud Computing Applications, Part 1: Cloud Systems and Infrastructure: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Distributed Query Optimization and Security: Johns Hopkins University
  • Clinic Systems: Navigate & Connect Modules: Coursera
  • Datadog: Performance Monitoring Tool: Coursera
  • Generative AI Strategic Leader: Vanderbilt University
  • Electric Power Systems: University at Buffalo
  • Development of Secure Embedded Systems: 28DIGITAL
  • Build Distributed Storage with GlusterFS on Linux: Packt

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