Software architecture courses can help you learn system design principles, architectural patterns, and scalability strategies. You can build skills in creating robust APIs, ensuring security in software systems, and integrating microservices effectively. Many courses introduce tools like UML for modeling, Docker for containerization, and cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, that support deploying and managing applications in modern environments.

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Plot (Graphics), Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Data Science, NumPy, Data Compilation, Data Collection, Machine Learning
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, UI Components, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Software Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Software Engineering, Code Reusability, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Computer Programming, Program Development, Event-Driven Programming, Bioinformatics, Encryption, Javascript, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, Agentic Workflows, AI Personalization, Software Development Tools, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Engineering, Software Development, Automation, Software Architecture, Software Testing, Software Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Database Design, Ggplot2, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Relational Databases, Statistical Visualization, Data Collection, Interactive Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Analytical Skills, R (Software), Excel Formulas, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Dictionary, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Software Installation, Data Store, File Management, Development Environment, Computer Programming Tools
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Atchison Technology
Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Software As A Service, Systems Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Service Level, Enterprise Architecture, Application Design, Capacity Management, Application Programming Interface (API), System Monitoring, API Design, Service Management, Incident Response, Dependency Analysis, Software Engineering, Risk Management Framework
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Brainstorming, Architectural Design, Storytelling, Design Thinking, Design Elements And Principles, Curiosity, Empathy, Design, Design Strategies, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Teamwork, Creative Design, Collaboration, Cultural Responsiveness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Functional Requirement, Requirements Analysis, Internet Of Things, Software Design Patterns, Systems Architecture, User Requirements Documents, Android Development, Application Frameworks, Maintainability, Interoperability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity Software, Data Analysis Software, Business Analytics, Analytical Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Service Oriented Architecture, API Design, Web Services, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Microservices, Restful API, Software Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, Software Design, JSON, Android Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Stakeholder Communications, Dashboard, Stakeholder Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Analysis, Expectation Management, Quantitative Research, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks