Design Patterns courses can help you learn object-oriented design principles, common design patterns like Singleton and Observer, and best practices for software architecture. You can build skills in code refactoring, improving maintainability, and enhancing collaboration among developers. Many courses introduce tools such as UML for visualizing design structures and integrated development environments (IDEs) that facilitate pattern implementation, allowing you to apply these concepts in real coding projects.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Research, Technical Writing, Learning Management Systems, Scientific Methods, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Infographics, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Case Studies, Project Scoping, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Project Planning, Project Management, Proposal Development, Sustainable Development, Community Development, Analysis, Social Impact, Procurement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Systems Analysis, Communication Systems, Verification And Validation, System Design and Implementation, Data Modeling, Software Design, Software Architecture, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Protocols, Algorithms
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Databases, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Security, User Accounts, Secure Coding, SQL, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, NoSQL, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Adobe Photoshop, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Import/Export, Design Elements And Principles
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Debugging, Algorithms, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Management, Service Design, Organizational Structure, Strategic Partnership, Information Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Process Management, People Development, Organizational Strategy, Continuous Improvement Process
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Human Computer Interaction, Software Development Life Cycle, User Experience Design, Functional Requirement, Unified Modeling Language, Requirements Analysis, Prototyping, Usability, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), User Interface (UI) Design, System Requirements, User Requirements Documents, Interaction Design, User Centered Design, Human Factors, Software Design, Software Engineering, Systems Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Teaching, Special Education, Digital pedagogy, Disabilities, Instructional Strategies, Learning Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Higher Education
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Transportation Operations, Case Studies, Economic Development, Land Management, Growth Strategies, Community Development, Geographic Information Systems, Environment and Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Customer Service, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Communication, Continuous Improvement Process, Case Studies, Culture Transformation, Focus Group, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Social Media
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Application Design, Application Development, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Java Programming, User Interface (UI), Java, Software Design
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours