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 Washington
Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Software Design, Ruby (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Functional Design, Code Reusability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Technical Communication, Network Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning, Problem Management, Technical Documentation, System Monitoring, Capacity Management, Incident Management, Memory Management, Continuous Integration, Continuous Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Animations, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, Simulations, Virtual Environment, Physics
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, Code Review, Code Reusability, Application Lifecycle Management, CI/CD, Agentic systems, Software Technical Review
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, Generative AI, No-Code Development, Google Gemini, Business Process Automation, Workflow Management, ChatGPT, Automation, AI Personalization, Productivity, Model Evaluation, Business Logic, Business Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Business Operations, Business Priorities, Content Creation, Business Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), ASP.NET, Full-Stack Web Development, .NET Framework, Back-End Web Development, CI/CD, Microsoft Azure, Docker (Software), Web Development, Containerization, Application Deployment, PostgreSQL, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Cloud Infrastructure, Database Management, Web Development Tools, Database Design, API Design, GitHub, Middleware
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Planning, Communication Strategies, Media Strategy, Strategic Planning, Media Planning, Stakeholder Communications, Media and Communications, Project Planning, Network Planning And Design, Communication Systems, Program Evaluation, Communication, Integrated Marketing Communications, Systems Development, Analysis, Influencing, Systems Design, Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Google Ads, Pay Per Click Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Customer Acquisition Management, Growth Strategies, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Automation, Web Analytics, E-Commerce, Web Design, Inventory Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, SQL, Star Schema, PostgreSQL, Database Design, Database Theory, Database Development, Query Languages, Databases, Data Import/Export, Database Systems, Analytics, Database Management, Statistical Programming, Operational Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Business Analytics, Data Warehousing, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Demand Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Analysis, Customer Demand Planning, Data Storytelling, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Risk Management, Inventory Management, Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Regression Analysis, Supplier Performance Management, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Management, Business Intelligence, Supply Chain Planning, Data Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Control Panels, Computer Graphics, File Management, Editing, Data Import/Export, Visual Design, Blended Learning, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months