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: Bash (Scripting Language), Scalability, Distributed Computing, Big Data, Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Infographics, Design, Logo Design, Creative Design, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Building, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Visionary, Initiative and Leadership, New Product Development, Design and Product, Strategic Planning, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Photography, Peer Review, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Creative Design, Creativity, Content Creation, Storytelling, Writing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Job Analysis, Adaptability, Professional Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Brand Management, Smart Goals, Gap Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Self-Awareness, Dashboard, Goal Setting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Photo Editing, Professional Networking, Social Media Content, Social Media, Professional Development, Branding, Search Engine Optimization, Business Communication
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Algorithms, Debugging, Development Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Product Development, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Building, Collaboration, Meeting Facilitation, Teamwork, Empathy, Team Management, Team Motivation, Cooperation, Personal Development, Product Management, Team Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Discussion Facilitation, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Conflict Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Parent Communication, Student Engagement, Student Support and Services, Teaching, Instructional Strategies, Community Development, Instructional Design, Classroom Management, K-12 pedagogy, Rapport Building, Differentiated Instruction, Digital pedagogy, Blended Learning, Interactive Learning, Curriculum Development, Interpersonal Communications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Blockchain, Solution Design, Cryptography, Financial Regulations, FinTech, Financial Regulation, Business Planning, Emerging Technologies, Financial Systems, Video Production, Business Strategies, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Mobile Banking, Banking, Machine Learning, New Business Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Point of Sale, Brand Loyalty, Customer Retention, Social Media Management, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Engagement, Shipping and Receiving, Customer Analysis, E-Commerce, Digital Marketing, Content Creation, Personalized Service, Employee Surveys, Process Optimization, User Feedback, Business Marketing, Contextual Advertising
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months