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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Animation and Game Design, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Prompt Engineering, Virtual Environment, Persona Development, Storytelling, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Project Design, Data Mining, Ideation, Design Thinking, Data Analysis, Analytics, Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Sprint Planning, Unsupervised Learning, Case Studies, Anomaly Detection, Tree Maps
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Analysis, Business Analytics
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Model Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Data Pipelines, Application Deployment, Data Store, Data Management, Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Machine Learning Algorithms, Development Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Application Development, User Interface (UI), Software Development Life Cycle, Data Management, User Interface (UI) Design, File I/O, Application Design, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, LLM Application, OpenAI API, Java Programming, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Document Management, Secure Coding, Business Logic, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Middleware, Plan Execution, Software Design Patterns, Persona Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Dashboard, Resource Utilization, Financial Management, Cost Management, Anomaly Detection, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Forecasting, Containerization, Change Management, Presentations, Generative AI, Case Studies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Building Information Modeling, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Architecture, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Building Design, Community Development, Environmental Engineering, Climate Change Adaptation, Materials science, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Vue.JS, Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Design, User Interface (UI), Frontend Performance, Web Analytics and SEO, Android Development, Server Side, Data Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, Agentic Workflows, Serverless Computing, Responsible AI, Generative AI Agents, AI Security, Prompt Engineering, Cloud Deployment, Help Desk Support, Product Support, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Relationship Management
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Quality Assurance, Software Quality Assurance, Test Planning, Test Case, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Software Testing, Regression Testing, Test Execution Engine, Software Engineering Tools, Agile Methodology, Issue Tracking, Risk Management Framework, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Virtual Environment, Art History, Architectural Design, Graphical Tools, Image Quality, Performance Tuning, Design, Creative Design, Game Design, Design Elements And Principles, Aesthetics
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months