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App Design Courses

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.

Popular App Design Courses and Certifications


  • A

    Adobe

    Design Foundations in Adobe Illustrator

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Graphic and Visual Design, Layout Design, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Workflow Management, Creative Design, Collaboration, Editing, Scalability, Computer Graphic Techniques, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Design Thinking for Data Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Design and Product, Experience Design, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, User Feedback, Solution Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Customer Insights, Interviewing Skills, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Business Requirements, Problem Solving, Product Testing

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    GIS Data Formats, Design and Quality

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, ArcGIS, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, GIS Software, Data Quality, Data Mapping, Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Storage Technologies, Data Management, Data Literacy, Data Storage, Data Sharing, Data Manipulation, Data Capture, Interactive Data Visualization, Query Languages, Analytics

    ★ 4.8 (2.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • X

    Xbox

    Digital and Print Media Design

    Skills you'll gain: Typography, Marketing Materials, Marketing Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Marketing Collateral, Visual Storytelling, Layout Design, Visual Design, User Feedback, Marketing, Brochures, Digital Design, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Constructive Feedback, Photo Editing, Design Elements And Principles, Drive Engagement, File Management

    ★ 4.8 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Electrical Design Engineer - Circuit Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Electronic Components, Network Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Analysis, Simulations, High Voltage, Grant Applications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Data-Driven Apps with Core Data, ML, and App Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Core Data (Software), iOS Development, Application Design, Swift Programming, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, UI Components, Machine Learning Software, Software Architecture, Performance Tuning, Database Development, Database Application, Database Management, Software Design, Application Frameworks, Application Development, Game Design, AI Integrations, Model Optimization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Design Basics of Steel Buildings

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Building Codes, Building Services Engineering, Construction, Architectural Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Coordination, Vibrations

    ★ 4.7 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Design & Present Responsible AI Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Presentations, Technical Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, AI literacy, Storytelling, Accountability Frameworks, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Accountability, Risk Mitigation, Communication Strategies, Design, Stakeholder Analysis, Model Evaluation, Risk Management, Project Documentation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Deploy MEAN Stack App on Azure Cloud with CICD Pipeline

    Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps Pipelines, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Azure, CI/CD, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Storage, Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Angular, System Testing, Application Performance Management, Node.JS, Cloud-Based Integration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Cadence Design Systems: Essential Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Collaborative Software, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Components, Power Electronics, Design Software, Design Strategies, Electrical Systems, Engineering Design Process, Schematic Diagrams, Simulation and Simulation Software

    ★ 3.7 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Highway Geometry and Pavement Design

    Skills you'll gain: Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Traffic Flow Optimization, Construction, Design Specifications, Engineering Software, Engineering Design Process, Structural Analysis, Materials science, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Laboratory Testing

    ★ 3.7 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Microservices Architecture: Design Patterns & Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Microservices, DevOps, Cloud Deployment, Site Reliability Engineering, Service Oriented Architecture, Data Architecture, Database Management Systems, Continuous Delivery, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), NoSQL, Database Design, Performance Tuning, Systems Analysis, Database Architecture and Administration, Service Design

    ★ 4.5 (19) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular app design courses

  • Design Foundations in Adobe Illustrator: Adobe
  • Design Thinking for Data Professionals: Fractal Analytics
  • GIS Data Formats, Design and Quality: University of California, Davis
  • Digital and Print Media Design: Xbox
  • Electrical Design Engineer - Circuit Analysis: Coursera
  • Data-Driven Apps with Core Data, ML, and App Architecture: Packt
  • Design Basics of Steel Buildings: L&T EduTech
  • Design & Present Responsible AI Solutions: Coursera
  • Deploy MEAN Stack App on Azure Cloud with CICD Pipeline: Packt
  • Cadence Design Systems: Essential Guide: Coursera

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