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Software Design Courses

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.

Popular Software Design Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Access Bioinformatics Databases with Biopython

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Scientific Visualization, Data Access, Extensible Languages and XML, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Visualization, Database Software, Data Manipulation, File I/O, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    47 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    N

    NIIT

    Build and Implement Microservices Patterns

    Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Node.JS, API Gateway, Application Deployment, Software Architecture, Cloud Applications, Application Design, Communication Systems, Scalability

    3
    Rating, 3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    Scrimba

    Learn Next.js

    Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Information Architecture, React.js, UI Components, Web Applications, Scalability, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Data Access, Query Languages, Database Application, Back-End Web Development, Data Store, Web Design and Development, Database Development, Databases, Front-End Web Development, Software Design, Web Development, Software Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    Coursera

    Advanced ITSM with ServiceNow: Optimizing IT Operations

    Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Problem Management, Service Management, Information Technology Operations, Digital Transformation, Change Control, Configuration Management, IT Management, IT Automation, Change Requests, Automation, Problem Solving, Data Integration, Design, Order Fulfillment

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Capstone: Preparing to work as a Cloud Support Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Interviewing Skills, Solution Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Client Support, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Customer Support, Web Presence, Customer and Client Support, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Professional Networking, Recruitment, Technical Documentation, Active Listening, Gap Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Acoustics (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Architectural Design, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Calculus

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    47 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Microsoft

    Foundations of Account Management

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity Software, Administrative Support, Sales Process, Personalized Campaigns, Customer Service, Client Services, AI Personalization, Customer experience improvement, Sales Training, Sales, Customer Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Process Mapping, Account Management, Sales Development, Oral Expression, Microsoft Copilot, Customer Engagement, File Management, Personalized Service

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California, Irvine

    Cryptography and Hashing Overview

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Public Key Infrastructure, Key Management, Transaction Processing, Authentications, Data Security, Information Privacy, Data Integrity

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
    Free
    C

    Coursera

    Data Visualization using Plotly

    Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Python Programming

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    51 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    JUnit and Mockito Unit Testing for Java Developers

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Unit Testing, IntelliJ IDEA, Apache Maven, Software Testing, Test Case, Java Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Test Automation, Java, Build Tools, Software Architecture, Business Logic

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    IBM COBOL Data and File Management

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Job Control Language (JCL), IBM DB2, Mainframe Computing, Mainframe Technologies, Relational Databases, File I/O, File Management, Data Management, Database Theory, Databases, Database Management Systems, Data Storage, Data Access, Programming Principles, Command-Line Interface, Computer Programming

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    AI CERTs

    From Blocks to Build: Blockchain Dev Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Working Papers, Blockchain, Security Testing, Software Design Patterns, Software Development Tools, Application Development, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Digital Assets, Program Development, Distributed Computing, Software Development, Go (Programming Language), Cryptography, Transaction Processing, FinTech, Encryption, Business Logic, Business Analysis, Virtual Machines

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software design courses

  • Access Bioinformatics Databases with Biopython: Coursera
  • Build and Implement Microservices Patterns: NIIT
  • Learn Next.js: Scrimba
  • Advanced ITSM with ServiceNow: Optimizing IT Operations: Coursera
  • Capstone: Preparing to work as a Cloud Support Associate: Amazon Web Services
  • Introduction to Acoustics (Part 2): Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Foundations of Account Management: Microsoft
  • Cryptography and Hashing Overview: University of California, Irvine
  • Data Visualization using Plotly: Coursera
  • JUnit and Mockito Unit Testing for Java Developers: Packt

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