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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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    Coursera

    Debug and Perfect Your No-Code Apps

    Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Functional Testing, Root Cause Analysis, UI/UX Research, Experience Design, User Experience, Problem Management, User Interface (UI) Design, Integration Testing, Application Development, Network Troubleshooting, Investigation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Backend Development, API Testing, and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: API Testing, React.js, Containerization, Cloud Deployment, API Gateway, Software Documentation, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Applications, Front-End Web Development, Software Testing, Middleware, Test Automation, Technical Documentation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Applied DevOps Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, CI/CD, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, Istio, Agile Software Development, Application Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Kubernetes, Gherkin (Scripting Language), Jenkins, Code Coverage, OpenShift, Cloud Applications, Agile Methodology, Behavior-Driven Development, DevOps, Secure Coding, Grafana, System Monitoring

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Excel Skills for Business: Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Preprocessing, Data Literacy, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Excel Macros, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis Software, Business Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Financial Forecasting, Analytical Skills, Advanced Analytics, Business Mathematics, Financial Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 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, File I/O, Python Programming, Jupyter, Data Structures, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, JSON, Computer Programming, Restful API, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Programming Interface (API), Automation, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Integrity, Data Visualization, Data Storage, Data Collection, Data Quality, Data Manipulation, Business Analytics, Timelines, Advanced Analytics, Database Design, Statistical Reporting, Report Writing, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, SQL

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Core Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, File I/O, Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Software Design, Computer Programming, Application Frameworks, Programming Principles, Virtual Machines, Web Development, Debugging, Data Persistence, Package and Software Management, Data Structures

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Advanced Branding in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Branding, Brand Strategy, Style Guides, Typography, Brand Management, Creative Design, Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Color Theory, Graphic and Visual Design, Digital Design, Governance, Asset Management, Layout Design, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Meta Android Developer

    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, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Javascript

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    MATLAB Programming for Engineers and Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis, Data Visualization Software, File I/O, Matlab, Algorithms, User Interface (UI), Applied Machine Learning, ChatGPT, Scatter Plots, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Digital Signal Processing, Mathematical Software, Computer Programming, Histogram, Predictive Modeling, AI Personalization, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Programming Principles

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Adobe

    Adobe Content Creator: Launching Your Creative Career

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Express, Responsible AI, Logo Design, Digital Design, Layout Design, Generative AI, Social Media, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Social Media Management, Creative Design, Adobe Photoshop, Visual Design, Content Marketing, Infographics, Content Strategy, Typography, Color Theory, Storytelling, Branding

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Financial Statement Analysis, Return On Investment, Accrual Accounting, Human Capital, Process Analysis, Branding, Financial Accounting, Marketing, Process Management, People Management, Strategic Marketing, Capital Budgeting, Financial Reporting, Finance, Peer Review, Project Design, Corporate Finance

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Debug and Perfect Your No-Code Apps: Coursera
  • Advanced Backend Development, API Testing, and Deployment: Packt
  • IBM Applied DevOps Engineering: IBM
  • Excel Skills for Business: Advanced: Macquarie University
  • Python for Data Science, AI & Development: IBM
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst: Microsoft
  • Core Java: LearnQuest
  • Advanced Branding in Canva: Coursera
  • Meta Android Developer: Meta
  • MATLAB Programming for Engineers and Scientists: Vanderbilt University

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