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System Design Courses

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.


Popular System Design Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Scene Detailing, Prop Creation, and Rendering

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphic Techniques, Virtual Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Performance Tuning, Image Quality, Technical Design, Graphical Tools, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Creative Design, Aesthetics

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Blender 4 - Geometry Nodes for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Amazon Aurora: Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Deployment, Data Storage Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Blocks-based ABM with NetTango

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Education Software and Technology, Computer Programming Tools, Computational Thinking, No-Code Development, Program Development, Computer Programming, UI Components, Pedagogy

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Linux Fundamentals: Configure, Secure & Manage

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux, User Accounts, Command-Line Interface, Operating System Administration, Open Source Technology, Disaster Recovery, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, System Monitoring, Unix Commands, System Configuration, Systems Administration, Linux Commands, Security Controls, Firewall, File Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Communicating Across Cultures for Team Success

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Intercultural Competence, Team Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Team Leadership, Collaboration, Cultural Sensitivity, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Communication, Empathy, Leadership, Non-Verbal Communication, Safety Culture, Relationship Building, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    No-Code Web Mastery: WordPress, Shopify, Wix & More

    Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Supplier Management, E-Commerce, WordPress, No-Code Development, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Web Design, Content Management Systems, Order Management, Shipping and Receiving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Amazon Aurora Service Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, MySQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Relational Databases, Database Management, PostgreSQL, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Networking, Disaster Recovery

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Running a MongoDB Database in Kubernetes with StatefulSets

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, MongoDB, Docker (Software), Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Scalability, Cloud Deployment, NoSQL, Google Cloud Platform

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Portfolio Power: Compelling UX Case Studies in Sketch

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Centered Design, UI/UX Research, Storytelling, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Mockups, Wireframing, Technical Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Lausanne

    HEALTHY URBAN SYSTEMS - PART 1 : Concepts and observations

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Public Health, Health Systems, Geographic Information Systems, Systems Thinking, Community Health, Spatial Analysis, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Data Collection, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    App Engine: Qwik Start - PHP

    Skills you'll gain: Google App Engine, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Development, Application Deployment, Scalability, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Test Tools, Cloud API, PHP (Scripting Language)

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Scene Detailing, Prop Creation, and Rendering: Packt
  • Blender 4 - Geometry Nodes for Beginners: Packt
  • Amazon Aurora: Best Practices: Edureka
  • Blocks-based ABM with NetTango: Coursera
  • Linux Fundamentals: Configure, Secure & Manage: EDUCBA
  • Communicating Across Cultures for Team Success: University of Colorado System
  • No-Code Web Mastery: WordPress, Shopify, Wix & More: LearnKartS
  • Amazon Aurora Service Introduction: Edureka
  • Running a MongoDB Database in Kubernetes with StatefulSets: Google Cloud
  • Portfolio Power: Compelling UX Case Studies in Sketch: Coursera

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