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Software Design Courses

Software design courses can help you learn programming principles, design patterns, user interface design, and system architecture. You can build skills in code refactoring, version control, and creating scalable applications. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, Figma for UI/UX design, and various integrated development environments (IDEs) to streamline the coding process. By engaging with these topics and tools, you can enhance your ability to create efficient, user-friendly software solutions.


Popular Software Design Courses and Certifications


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    EDUCBA

    Python GUI Development with Tkinter & PyCharm

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Design Thinking, UI Components, Software Design, Usability, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Event-Driven Programming, Maintainability, Integrated Development Environments, User Interface (UI) Design, Payment Systems, Interactive Design, Application Design, MySQL, Jupyter, Database Application, Python Programming, Transaction Processing, Application Development, Microsoft Windows

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Python for Data Science, AI & Development

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Web Scraping, Python Programming, Jupyter, Data Structures, Data Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, JSON, Computer Programming, Restful API, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting, Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Growth Mindedness, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Event-Driven Programming, Social Network Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Network Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Technical Communication, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Willingness To Learn, Adaptability, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Autodesk Civil 3D 2025 Unleashed

    Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD Civil 3D, Autodesk Revit, Autodesk, Grading (Landscape), AutoCAD, Drafting and Engineering Design, Design Specifications, Network Model, Engineering Analysis, Design, Design and Product, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft AI Product Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, User Interface (UI), Product Roadmaps, Competitive Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Usability, Persona Development, Product Development, Market Analysis, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Customer Analysis, Market Intelligence, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Quality Assurance and Control, Product Strategy, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Database Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Database Management Systems, Databases, Oracle Databases, SQL, Query Languages, PostgreSQL, Systems Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Spring Framework: Build Online Shopping Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Web Applications, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Java, Object Oriented Design, Back-End Web Development, Authentications, Application Development, Software Design, Database Design, Model View Controller, Databases

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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Engineering, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, System Design and Implementation, Software Design, Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Verification And Validation, Data Storage

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Object Oriented Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Software Engineering, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Software Documentation, Development Environment, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Applied Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Plotly, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), Data Presentation, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Web Scraping, Python Programming, Machine Learning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    The Non-Coder’s Guide to Vibe Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, No-Code Development, Presentations, Application Development, Generative AI, Web Applications, Automation, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Design, Interactive Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, New Product Development, Creative Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Creativity, Application Deployment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Cloud Services, Generative AI, Hardware Troubleshooting, IT Service Management, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Desktop Support, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Computing, Professional Networking, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Information Technology, Cloud Infrastructure, Customer Service

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Python GUI Development with Tkinter & PyCharm: EDUCBA
  • Python for Data Science, AI & Development: IBM
  • Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond: University of California San Diego
  • Autodesk Civil 3D 2025 Unleashed: Packt
  • Microsoft AI Product Manager: Microsoft
  • Database Management Essentials: University of Colorado System
  • Spring Framework: Build Online Shopping Apps: EDUCBA
  • Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris (Project-Centered Course): Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Object Oriented Programming in Java: University of California San Diego
  • Applied Data Science: IBM

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