App design courses can help you learn user interface design, prototyping, usability testing, and interaction design principles. You can build skills in creating wireframes, conducting user research, and implementing design feedback effectively. Many courses introduce tools like Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD, that support creating visually appealing and functional app layouts. You’ll also explore design systems and accessibility standards to ensure your apps are user-friendly and inclusive.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Design Software, 3D Modeling, Computational Logic, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design, Programming Principles, Generative Model Architectures, Python Programming, Animations, Scripting, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Database Management, Relational Databases, SQL, Google Cloud Platform, Operational Databases, Database Design, Database Architecture and Administration, MySQL, Database Management Systems, System Configuration, Data Migration, Cloud Deployment, Database Software, Network Administration, Data Maintenance, Security Controls, Data Import/Export, Data Storage, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle, Application Security, Technical Design, Security Engineering, Software Development Methodologies, Conceptual Design, Waterfall Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Microservices, Service Level, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Deployment, API Design, Google App Engine, Cloud Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Restful API, Site Reliability Engineering, Kubernetes, Cloud Computing Architecture, CI/CD, Application Design, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Devops Tools
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Sampling (Statistics), Data Ethics, Market Research, Focus Group, Interviewing Skills, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Methods, Data Collection, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Heat Maps, No-Code Development, Return On Investment, AI Integrations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Ideation, Conceptual Design, Design Strategies, Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Storytelling, Creativity, Workflow Management, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creative Design, Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Collaboration, Process Optimization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Administration, Data Management, Relational Databases, Data Warehousing, Database Design, SQL, Transaction Processing, Stored Procedure, Data Security, Transact-SQL, Query Languages, Disaster Recovery, Data Storage Technologies, Encryption, Security Controls, Server Side, Data Encryption Standard
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Video Game Development, Interactive Design, Animations, Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Code Reusability, Program Development, Python Programming, Development Environment, Functional Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Development, Database Management, SQL, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity, Query Languages, Business Intelligence, People Analytics, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Validation, Software Installation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Salesforce Development, Salesforce, No-Code Development, UI Components, Data Import/Export, Application Frameworks, Process Driven Development, Business Logic
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Web Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Unreal Engine, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Event-Driven Programming, AI Integrations, Virtual Environment, Artificial Intelligence, Code Reusability, Animations, Scripting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks