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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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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Cybersecurity & Privacy for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Security, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Crisis Management, LLM Application, Productivity, Incident Response, Responsible AI, OpenAI, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Business Ethics, Information Privacy, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Keyword Research, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Digital Media Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Communication, Marketing Communications, Presentations, Analytics, Campaign Management, Consumer Behaviour, Content Marketing, Online Advertising, Data Collection, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.

    Check Point Jump Start: Harmony Endpoint Security

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Security Software, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Remote Access Systems, Zero Trust Network Access, Network Protocols, Software Installation, Linux

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Data Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Apache Kafka, Database Design, Linux Commands, Data Warehousing, Bash (Scripting Language), Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, SQL, Data Security, MongoDB, Data Migration, Database Administration, Data Pipelines, Data Governance, Database Management, Apache Airflow, Database Architecture and Administration, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Architecture

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Adobe Photoshop CC: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Video Editing, Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Illustrator, Photo Editing, Graphic and Visual Design, Post-Production, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Animations, Image Quality, Computer Graphic Techniques, Photography, Business Process Automation, User Interface (UI), Automation, Productivity Software

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Peripheral Devices, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, OSI Models, Computer Hardware, General Networking, Cyber Attacks, Disaster Recovery, Data Strategy, Data Security, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Computer Programming, Technical Support

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 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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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Multiple educators

    IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cloud Deployment, Peripheral Devices, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Cloud Computing Architecture, Configuration Management, Cloud Services, Governance, Digital Forensics, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Application Security, Data Strategy, Information Technology, Cryptography

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Creative Problem-Solving, AI Enablement, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Creative Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Brainstorming, Large Language Modeling, Game Design, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Software Development, Software Design, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Big Data, Pivot Tables And Charts, Statistical Analysis, Excel Formulas, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Apache Hadoop, Tree Maps, Dashboard, Scatter Plots, Apache Hive, Data Processing

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Arizona State University TESOL

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Oral Expression, Teaching, Literacy, Educational Materials, Train The Trainer, Technology Strategies, Grammar, English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Instructional Design, Design Elements And Principles, Constructive Feedback, Design Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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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

  • Generative AI Cybersecurity & Privacy for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
  • Digital Marketing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Check Point Jump Start: Harmony Endpoint Security: Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.
  • IBM Data Architecture: IBM
  • Adobe Photoshop CC: Part 2: Logical Operations
  • Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals: IBM
  • Google Advanced Data Analytics: Google
  • IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist: IBM
  • Generative AI and ChatGPT for K-12 Educators: Vanderbilt University
  • Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming: The University of Edinburgh

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