System design courses can help you learn architectural patterns, scalability principles, performance optimization, and system reliability. You can build skills in creating efficient APIs, managing databases, and implementing microservices. Many courses introduce tools like AWS, Docker, and Kubernetes, that support deploying and managing applications in a cloud environment. You'll also explore methods for designing fault-tolerant systems and ensuring data consistency, equipping you with practical knowledge for real-world applications.
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Object-Relational Mapping, Database Design, SQL, Model View Controller, Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Applications, Data Modeling, Application Security, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Design Patterns, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Control Systems, Automation, Deep Learning, Simulation and Simulation Software, Software Architecture, Safety Assurance, Artificial Neural Networks, Global Positioning Systems, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Estimation, Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Data Transformation, Health Informatics, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), NumPy, Predictive Analytics, Analytics, Supervised Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Software Installation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Scalability, Procurement, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Natural Language Processing, Business Transformation, Thought Leadership, Organizational Change, Digital Transformation, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Process Improvement, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Improvement, Emerging Technologies, Product Improvement, Operational Efficiency, Goal Setting, Product Requirements
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Prometheus (Software), Cloud-Native Computing, Docker (Software), DevOps, Containerization, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), YAML, System Monitoring, Grafana, Debugging, Command-Line Interface
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Email Security, File Management, Control Panels, Web Analytics and SEO, MySQL, Apache, Cloud Hosting, Public Key Infrastructure, User Accounts, Data Security, Encryption, Database Management, Web Servers, Email Automation, System Configuration, PHP (Scripting Language), Server Administration, Performance Tuning, Servers, Content Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Query Languages, Data Mapping, NoSQL, Event-Driven Programming, Relational Databases, Scalability, Performance Tuning, JSON
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

MedCerts
Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Patient-centered Care, Healthcare Ethics, Conflict Management, Patient Communication, Anatomy, Pathology, Informed Consent, Cultural Responsiveness, Basic Patient Care, Nursing Basics, Professionalism, Professional Development, Medical Records, Toileting, Verbal Communication Skills, Dignity in Care, Physiology, Cell Biology, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Requirements Documents, Technology Strategies, Technology Solutions, Requirements Analysis, Agile Product Development, Agile Methodology, Business Requirements, Decision Making, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Request for Proposal, Vendor Management, Team Management, Proposal Development, Product Demonstration, Return On Investment, Leadership, Procurement
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Tool Calling, LangGraph, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Application Design, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, Python Programming, Application Development, Data Science, Data Validation
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Technologies, Scalability, Manufacturing and Production, Sustainability Standards, Process Engineering, Product Development, Global Marketing, Chemical Engineering, Innovation, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Microbiology, Workforce Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LLM Application, LangGraph, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Agentic systems, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Performance Tuning, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Cloud Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Application Performance Management, Scalability, Application Deployment, Data Processing, Pandas (Python Package)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks