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.

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Design Patterns, Computer Programming, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Pseudocode, Graph Theory, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Game Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Adobe Photoshop, Graphic and Visual Design Software, User Interface (UI), Computer Graphics, Document Management, Design Elements And Principles, Typography, Web Content, Productivity Software, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, Prompt Patterns, LangChain, OpenAI API, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Enablement, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, AI Security, Tool Calling, Creativity, Application Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Product Strategy, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Commercialization, Product Management, ChatGPT, Google Gemini, Product Lifecycle Management, Stakeholder Communications, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, Team Building, Return On Investment, Product Development, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creativity, Responsible AI
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: React Native, Android Studio, Restful API, Version Control, User Research, Usability Testing, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Unix Commands, Android Jetpack, Android Development, Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Kotlin, User Experience, Design Research, Mobile Development, Javascript
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Succession Planning, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Business Writing, Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Creativity, Problem Solving, Risk Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Site Reliability Engineering, Incident Management, Google App Engine, Load Balancing, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Monitoring, Firewall, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Performance Management, Network Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Network Troubleshooting, System Monitoring, Network Security, Big Data, Containerization, Virtual Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Adobe InDesign, Layout Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Document Management, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Typography, Style Guides, Design Elements And Principles, Productivity Software, User Interface (UI), Color Theory
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools, Color Theory, Typography, Document Management, Design Strategies, User Interface (UI), Productivity Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Usability Testing, Agile Product Development, Design Thinking, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Persona Development, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Peer Review, Continuous Delivery, Product Testing, Customer Insights, User Research, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Kanban Principles, Product Development, Persona (User Experience)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, AI Enablement, AI Security, Risking, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Model Evaluation, Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Emerging Technologies, Data Security, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Innovation, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Responsible AI, Vibe coding, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Model Deployment, Restful API, Agentic systems, Application Deployment, Data Ethics, Software Development, DevSecOps, Natural Language Processing, AI Security, CI/CD, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Java Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months