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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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    University of California, Davis

    Learn SQL Basics for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Presentations, Apache Spark, SQL, Distributed Computing, Data Quality, Descriptive Statistics, Data Lakes, Data Storytelling, Peer Review, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Pipelines, JSON, Statistical Analysis, Data Modeling, Performance Metric, Data Warehousing, Data Analysis, Databases, Complex Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Using Databases with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Store, SQL, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Design, MySQL, Databases, Data Modeling, Web Scraping, Data Visualization Software, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JSON, Data Processing, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Capital Budgeting, Financial Statements, Business Modeling, Financial Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Income Statement, Risk Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Apache Spark, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Supervised Learning, LLM Application, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Vision, PySpark, Generative Model Architectures, Keras (Neural Network Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Data Science

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Figma Mastery: From Wireframes to Prototypes

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience Design, Usability, Wireframing, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping, User Flows, Design Thinking, Design Research, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), Mockups, User Centered Design, UI Components, Software Design Documents, UI/UX Strategy, Interaction Design

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Understanding Research Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Surveys, Timelines, Research, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Writing, Qualitative Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Database Design, ChatGPT, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Extract, Transform, Load, Responsible AI, Data Warehousing, Data Ethics, Data Infrastructure, Data Architecture, AI Enablement, Data Mining, Data Synthesis, Infrastructure Architecture, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Context Management

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Data Synthesis, Microsoft Excel, LLM Application, Productivity, Infographics, OpenAI, Excel Formulas, AI Enablement, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Cleansing, Large Language Modeling, Data Integration

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google Advanced Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Feature Engineering, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Data Ethics, Logistic Regression, Model Evaluation, Data Visualization Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Tableau Software, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Science, Machine Learning, Interviewing Skills, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Ideation, Verification And Validation, Data Presentation, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Generative AI, Document Management, Expense Reports, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Image Analysis, Creativity, Large Language Modeling, Expense Management, Organizational Skills, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Strategic Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, AI Orchestration, Generative AI, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, Agentic systems, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Business Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Organizational Leadership, Automation, Strategic Planning, Talent Acquisition, Procurement, Planning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Analysis, Dashboard, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Visualization Software, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Responsible AI, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Machine Learning, Context Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Learn SQL Basics for Data Science: University of California, Davis
  • Using Databases with Python: University of Michigan
  • Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts: University of Pennsylvania
  • IBM AI Engineering: IBM
  • Figma Mastery: From Wireframes to Prototypes: Coursera
  • Understanding Research Methods: University of London
  • Generative AI for Data Engineers: IBM
  • ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight: Vanderbilt University
  • Google Advanced Data Analytics: Google
  • Generative AI Automation: Vanderbilt University

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