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    Learn system design for creating scalable and efficient systems. Understand design principles, architecture, and trade-offs.

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      California Institute of the Arts

      UI / UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Persona (User Experience), Mockups, User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, UI/UX Strategy, Adobe XD, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Graphic and Visual Design, Web Language, HTML and CSS, User Flows, Web Design, Design Elements And Principles, User Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Networking, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, OSI Models, Network Routing, Network Infrastructure, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Wireless Networks, Network Model, Data Integrity

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

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Presentations, Peer Review, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Verbal Communication Skills, Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Project Design, Concision, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Drive Engagement

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Electric Power Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Environmental Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Reliability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Introduction to Game Design

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Design, Design Elements And Principles, Creativity, Peer Review

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Innovation, Ideation, Creative Thinking, User Research, Human Centered Design, Design Research, Stakeholder Management, Project Scoping, User Experience Design, Persona Development, Project Planning, Process Mapping, Value Engineering, Product Development, Growth Mindedness, Creative Problem-Solving, Strategic Thinking, Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      241 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Virginia

      Design Thinking for Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Innovation, Creativity, Strategic Thinking, Market Opportunities, Human Centered Design, Storytelling, User Research, Business Modeling, Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, General Networking, Operating Systems, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Time Management, Willingness To Learn, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Mental Concentration, Creativity, Self-Discipline, Cognitive flexibility, Stress Management, Adaptability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Construction, Building Codes, Architectural Drawing, Industrial Design, Commercial Construction, Architectural Engineering, Engineering Drawings, Civil Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Failure Analysis, Technical Drawing, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Software

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Web Design for Everybody: Basics of Web Development & Coding

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Browser Compatibility, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Javascript, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), Verification And Validation, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Interactive Design, Application Frameworks, Usability, Code Review, Event-Driven Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      California Institute of the Arts

      Game Design: Art and Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Animations, Prototyping, Conceptual Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Storyboarding, Design, Virtual Environment, Art History, Technical Design, Design Elements And Principles, Usability Testing, Creative Design, Design Strategies, Graphic and Visual Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • UI / UX Design: California Institute of the Arts
    • The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking: Google
    • Effective Communication: Writing, Design, and Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Electric Power Systems: University at Buffalo
    • Introduction to Game Design: California Institute of the Arts
    • Design Thinking: University of Virginia
    • Design Thinking for Innovation: University of Virginia
    • Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems: University of California, Irvine
    • Learning How to Learn: Powerful mental tools to help you master tough subjects: Deep Teaching Solutions
    • Steel Multi Storey Building - System Design: L&T EduTech

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