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.

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Identity and Access Management, Cloud Storage, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Application Deployment, Containerization, Data Storage Technologies, Virtual Machines, Platform As A Service (PaaS), General Networking, Serverless Computing, Load Balancing, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Operational Databases, Performance Tuning, Routing Protocols
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Performance Tuning, Database Management, Google Cloud Platform, Operational Databases, SQL, Database Application, Data Management, Data Analysis
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Differential Equations, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Business Transformation, Product Improvement, Thought Leadership, Organizational Change, Digital Transformation, Governance, Technology Strategies, Market Opportunities, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Product Roadmaps, Public Policies, Automation, Policy Analysis, Market Analysis, Persona (User Experience), Market Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Digital Transformation, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Security, Software As A Service, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Capital Expenditure, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Encryption, OAuth, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Authorization (Computing), Application Security, Authentications, Cloud API, Data Security, Data Access, Key Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Storage, Virtual Machines, Vulnerability Scanning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Unity Engine, Mobile Development, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Game Design, 3D Assets, C# (Programming Language), Scripting, Software Installation, Animations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Microsoft Copilot, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Compliance Reporting, Legal Technology, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Microsoft 365, Audit Working Papers, Process Design, Workflow Management, Risk Analysis, Prompt Engineering
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Adobe Photoshop, File Management, Image Quality, Photography, Data Import/Export, Cloud Storage
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Animations, UI Components, Apple iOS, Swift Programming, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Branding, Brand Strategy, Style Guides, Typography, Brand Management, Graphic Design, Color Theory, Governance, Asset Management, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks