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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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    IBM

    Introduction to NoSQL Databases

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, MongoDB, Databases, Apache Cassandra, Distributed Computing, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, IBM Cloud, Query Languages, Data Modeling, JSON, Scalability, Data Manipulation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Optimize Kafka for Speed & Availability

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Data Loss Prevention, Performance Tuning, System Monitoring, Prometheus (Software), Scalability, Real Time Data, Grafana, Process Optimization, Distributed Computing, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Content Strategy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Edge Computing Patterns for Solution Architects

    Skills you'll gain: Solution Architecture, Software Architecture, Zero Trust Network Access, Cloud Computing Architecture, Systems Architecture, Distributed Computing, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Network Architecture, Data Security, Network Performance Management, Application Design, Cloud Security, Internet Of Things, Software-Defined Networking, Containerization, Automation, Design

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    LangGraph Framework

    Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, AI Orchestration, LangChain, LLM Application, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Context Management, Distributed Computing, Software Design Patterns

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Building Cloud Computing Solutions at Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Technical Communication, Cloud Infrastructure, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, CI/CD, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Agile Software Development, DevOps, Technical Documentation, Software Engineering, Distributed Computing, Continuous Delivery, Applied Machine Learning, Cloud Storage, Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    AI Infrastructure: Networking Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Import/Export, Network Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Generative AI, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, General Networking, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Network Security, Distributed Computing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, FinTech, Market Dynamics, Digital Assets, Cryptography, Technical Analysis, Business Solutions, Business Analysis, Payment Systems, Algorithms, Distributed Computing

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    Packt

    Cloud Communications, Data Management, and Service Mesh

    Skills you'll gain: Istio, Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Amazon Web Services, API Gateway, Serverless Computing, Restful API, Cloud Deployment, Microservices, Amazon DynamoDB, Cloud Applications, Redis, Apache Kafka, Data Management, Application Deployment, Containerization, Distributed Computing, NoSQL, Event-Driven Programming, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Big Data with Spark and Hadoop

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, PySpark, Apache Hive, Big Data, IBM Cloud, Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Scalability, Data Processing, Development Environment, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Data Transformation, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Encryption, FinTech, Data Sharing, Transaction Processing, Fraud detection, Distributed Computing, Payment Systems, Data Integrity, Emerging Technologies, Digital Assets, Authentications, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Data Security, Computer Systems, Software Architecture, Network Security, Network Analysis

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    Packt

    Apache Kafka for Developers using Spring Boot

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, JUnit, Spring Boot, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Data Pipelines, Restful API, Event-Driven Programming, Encryption, Distributed Computing

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C and Go: Classical and Modern Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), File I/O, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Computer Programming, Unit Testing, C (Programming Language), Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science, Software Testing, Algorithms, Integration Testing, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Distributed Computing, Software Documentation

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introduction to NoSQL Databases: IBM
  • Optimize Kafka for Speed & Availability: Coursera
  • Edge Computing Patterns for Solution Architects: Packt
  • LangGraph Framework: Coursera
  • Building Cloud Computing Solutions at Scale: Duke University
  • AI Infrastructure: Networking Techniques: Google Cloud
  • Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Explained: University of Michigan
  • Cloud Communications, Data Management, and Service Mesh: Packt
  • Introduction to Big Data with Spark and Hadoop: IBM
  • Blockchain: University of California, Irvine

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