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    Learn software design for developing robust applications. Understand design patterns, object-oriented principles, and user-centered design.

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    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Create Desktop and Mobile-friendly Web Pages.

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Web Content, Digital Publishing, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Visual Design, Social Media, Graphic Design, User Accounts, Business

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Yale University

      Roman Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Architectural Design, Architecture and Construction, Construction, Civil Engineering, European History, World History, Cultural Diversity, Research and Design, Design Elements And Principles

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      689 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Computer Graphics, Computer Systems, Graphics Software, Spreadsheet Software, Document Management, File Management, Data Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Macquarie University

      Online Learning Design for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Infographics, Course Development, Multimedia, Peer Review, Discussion Facilitation, Content Creation, Constructive Feedback, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Design Thinking, Pedagogy, Media Production, Learning Management Systems, Teaching, Design, Planning, Virtual Environment, Collaboration, System Configuration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      390 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • S

      Stanford University

      Organizational Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Decision Making, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Effectiveness, Professional Networking, Business, Social Sciences, Culture, Sociology, Analysis, Resource Management, Learning Theory, Innovation, Negotiation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Microsoft

      Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Usability, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Mockups, Wireframing, Usability Testing, Human Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Artificial Intelligence, Prototyping, User Research, Data Ethics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      IBM Data Management

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Governance, Data Visualization, Data Security, Data Migration, Database Design, Data Literacy, Descriptive Statistics, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Mining, Data Store, Data Management, MySQL, Databases, Data Architecture, Excel Formulas, Business Intelligence

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Minnesota

      Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Security Testing, Test Automation, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Test Execution Engine, Test Planning, Application Security, Mobile Development, Application Performance Management

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      99 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD)

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Learning Theory, Instructional Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Learning Management Systems, Course Development, Design Thinking, Professional Development, Brainstorming, Education Software and Technology, Motivational Skills, Communication, Design, Content Creation, Student-Centred Learning, Design Strategies, Prototyping, Creative Thinking, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      Coursera

      Handshake Ready: Design Specs & Handoff in Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Software Design Documents, Technical Documentation, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Design, Prototyping, Technical Communication, Style Guides, UI Components

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of London

      Brand Management: Aligning Business, Brand and Behaviour

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Branding, Brand Marketing, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Employee Engagement, Marketing Management, Global Marketing, Internal Communications, Customer experience strategy (CX), Human Resources, Organizational Change, Consumer Behaviour, Cross-Functional Collaboration

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Blueprint to Brilliance Through Interior Design

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Design, Design Strategies, Design Elements And Principles, Creativity, Systems Of Measurement, Aesthetics, Spatial Analysis, Project Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      138 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Use Canva to Create Desktop and Mobile-friendly Web Pages.: Coursera Project Network
    • Roman Architecture: Yale University
    • Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Online Learning Design for Educators: Macquarie University
    • Organizational Analysis : Stanford University
    • Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • IBM Data Management: IBM
    • Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium: University of Minnesota
    • An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD): University of Michigan
    • Handshake Ready: Design Specs & Handoff in Figma: Coursera

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