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      University of Alberta

      Design Patterns

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Architecture, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Maintainability, Programming Principles, Java

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Software Design and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, API Design, Object Oriented Design, Model View Controller, Software Design Patterns, Unified Modeling Language, Microservices, Systems Architecture, Service Oriented Architecture, Web Services, Software Design, Restful API, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Programming Interface (API), Maintainability, Software Systems, Solution Architecture, JSON, Java

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      LearnKartS

      Core Java - Design Patterns

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Program Development

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Media Planning, Data Storytelling, Google Ads, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media Campaigns, Search Engine Optimization, Loyalty Programs, E-Commerce, Online Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Channel, Customer Retention, Campaign Management, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Full-Stack Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Version Control, Unix Commands, Restful API, HTML and CSS, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Django (Web Framework), Relational Databases, Git (Version Control System), React.js, SQL, API Design, GitHub, Responsive Web Design, Database Management, Application Programming Interface (API), MySQL, Database Systems, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Google UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Responsive Web Design, Wireframing, Usability Testing, Storyboarding, User Experience Design, Information Architecture, User Story, Design Research, Figma (Design Software), Sprint Retrospectives, Mockups, Cross Platform Development, Prototyping, User Experience, Usability, Persona (User Experience), Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Adobe

      Adobe Graphic Designer

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Digital Design, Generative AI, Visual Design, Graphic Design, File Management, Presentations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Software, Communication, Image Analysis, Version Control, Prompt Engineering, Project Documentation, Logo Design, Project Management, Artificial Intelligence, Branding, Storytelling

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Adobe

      Generative AI Content Creation

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Image Analysis, Adobe Creative Cloud, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Data Integrity, Data Security

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Adobe

      Design Fundamentals with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Typography, Creative Design, Digital Design, Color Theory, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Data Ethics, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Software, AI Personalization, Content Creation, Creativity, Generative AI Agents

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      IBM

      IBM AI Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, ChatGPT, Web Development Tools, Responsive Web Design, Development Environment, Generative AI Agents, Software Design, Large Language Modeling, Software Engineering, Flask (Web Framework), Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Professional Networking, Web Scraping, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Data Science

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD)

      Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Learning Theory, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Instructional Design, Educational Materials, Program Evaluation, Course Development, Design, Professional Development, Education Software and Technology, Design Thinking, Motivational Skills, Adult Learning Principles, Brainstorming, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Needs Assessment, Storyboarding, Content Creation, User Centered Design, Student-Centred Learning

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Surface Pattern Design: Principles, Drawing and Collections

      Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Design, Adobe Photoshop, Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Strategies, Graphic Design, Creativity, Color Matching, Software Design Patterns, Color Theory, Digital Design, Automation

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Design Patterns: University of Alberta
    • Software Design and Architecture: University of Alberta
    • Core Java - Design Patterns: LearnKartS
    • Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce: Google
    • Meta Full-Stack Developer: Meta
    • Google UX Design: Google
    • Adobe Graphic Designer: Adobe
    • Generative AI Content Creation: Adobe
    • Design Fundamentals with AI: Adobe
    • IBM AI Developer: IBM

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Design Patterns

    Design patterns are used to address software design issues. It is a repeatable solution to a common problem. Design patterns are used in different softwares like Java and there are various types of patterns that can be used depending on the issue found.‎

    It's important to learn about design patterns to be able to solve issues when using design softwares. It will also help you have a boost in your career and be able to work on bigger projects. Learning design patterns will help you gain skills to code and program at a faster pace with less setbacks. Learn about this topic to create better programs and to be able to use and understand other patterns that can be implemented in your work.‎

    Some typical careers that use design patterns include architects and software developers like video game designers. As an architect, you will use design patterns when developing new structures and when utilizing the same characteristics as other designs. The design patterns will help solve issues and you will be able to use that pattern again if the same issues occurs later on. Architects will also apply the different design principles and critique codes. As a video game designer you will use design patterns on various programs when creating interactive applications. They will use the different design patterns to improve games and create a better experience for the user.‎

    Online courses will help you learn about design patterns by offering the flexibility you need to work and learn on your own time. The courses give you detailed lectures, readings, and assignments to demonstrate your knowledge and understanding of the topics. Online courses also have experts ready to help and guide you as you move along the course. You will have projects with video tutorials to follow along to ensure your understanding of the material.‎

    Online Design Patterns courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Design Patterns skills. Choose from a wide range of Design Patterns courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Design Patterns, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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