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.

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Windows, Editing, Data Visualization, File Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, European History, World History, Anthropology, Political Sciences, Psychology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Angular, HTML and CSS, Data Structures, Spring Boot, Eclipse (Software), Restful API, Java Programming, JavaScript Frameworks, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Model View Controller, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Java, Front-End Web Development, Spring Framework, Object Oriented Design, Web Services, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design Patterns, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Verification And Validation, System Requirements, Automation, Software Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Agentic systems, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, System Design and Implementation, Simulations, Differential Equations, Computer Science, Hardware Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Business Modeling, Payment Systems, Business Transformation, Transaction Processing, Identity and Access Management, Contract Management, Security Controls
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Database Design, SQL, Relational Databases, NoSQL, PostgreSQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Database Theory, Data Modeling, Databases, JSON, Data Store, Scalability, Database Management, Query Languages, Distributed Computing, Cloud Applications, Text Mining, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

EIT Digital
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Real Time Data, System Design and Implementation, OS Process Management, System Requirements, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Servers
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling, Security Awareness, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Data Security, Malware Protection, Email Security, Exploitation techniques, Network Security, Fraud detection, Artificial Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, System Programming, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Software Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Graphics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Negotiation, Telephone Skills, Presentations, Marketing Planning, Oral Expression, Concision, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Applicant Tracking Systems, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Marketing, Business Writing, Cultural Responsiveness, Recruitment, Adaptability, Communication, Writing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Skills you'll gain: Electrophysiology, Artificial Neural Networks, Neurology, Computer Science, Cell Biology, Physiology, Psychology, Basic Electrical Systems, Network Analysis, Computational Logic, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Biology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Job Control Language (JCL), Mainframe Computing, z/OS, Virtualization, Unix, IBM DB2, IBM Cloud, Data Management, Virtual Machines, Database Management Systems, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage, Operating System Administration, Infrastructure Architecture, System Programming, Operating Systems, Unix Commands, Linux, Control Panels, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months