App design courses can help you learn user interface design, prototyping, usability testing, and interaction design principles. You can build skills in creating wireframes, conducting user research, and implementing design feedback effectively. Many courses introduce tools like Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD, that support creating visually appealing and functional app layouts. You’ll also explore design systems and accessibility standards to ensure your apps are user-friendly and inclusive.

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Mobile Development, Data Management, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Human Computer Interaction, Java Programming, System Programming, Network Model, Geographic Information Systems, Interactive Design, Animations, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Animations, Content Creation, Design Elements And Principles, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Design, Digital Design
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, Persona (User Experience), Business Logic, Application Programming Interface (API), Transaction Processing, Document Management, Coordinating, Persona Development, Coordination, Plan Execution, Data Sharing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Application Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Spring Boot, Kubernetes, Java, Software Architecture, Data Migration, Cloud Services, Application Performance Management, Application Programming Interface (API), Databases
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Education Software and Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Teaching
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design and Development, Browser Compatibility, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience Design, Requirements Analysis, Client Services, Javascript
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Discussion Facilitation, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Teaching, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Environment, Digital Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: People Management, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Performance Appraisal, Team Motivation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Compensation Management, Job Analysis, Recruitment, Leadership, Change Management, Constructive Feedback
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, PostgreSQL, SQL, Database Management, Database Design, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Integrity, Text Mining, Transaction Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Disabilities, Adaptive Equipment, Instructional Design, Differentiated Instruction, Education Software and Technology, Case Studies, Curriculum Development, Student Support and Services, Diversity Awareness, Higher Education
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, Software Design, Programming Principles, Debugging, Vulnerability Assessments, C (Programming Language), Software Development Methodologies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Process Design, Cybersecurity, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Project Portfolio Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Technical Communication, Value Propositions
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks