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.

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Data Structures, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Probability, Applied Mathematics, Calculus
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Cloud Applications, Cloud Deployment, Operational Databases, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Database Application, Databases, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Data Access, PostgreSQL, SQL
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, .NET Framework, C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Development Tools, Restful API, Microsoft Azure, Web Applications, Application Frameworks, Application Development, Development Environment, Event-Driven Programming, Middleware, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Storytelling, Experience Design, Brand Management, Digital Brand Strategy, Journey Mapping, Design Strategies, Creative Design, User Experience Design, Visual Storytelling, Style Guides, Marketing Psychology, Cross-Channel Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Design Elements And Principles
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Model Optimization, AI Workflows, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Foundry, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Command-Line Interface, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud Platforms, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Application Lifecycle Management, Web Development, HTML and CSS
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Microsoft Access, Database Systems, Databases, Relational Databases, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Database Management, Data Entry, Performance Tuning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Design Strategies, Product Development, Product Design, Strategic Thinking, User Feedback, Prioritization, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Collaboration, Customer Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

SkillUp
Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Business Process Modeling, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Systems Analysis, Data Modeling, Process Modeling, Digital Transformation, Risk Management, Business Systems, Workflow Management, Diagram Design, Systems Architecture, Business Analysis, Information Technology, Process Flow Diagrams, Prototyping, Computer Science, Agile Methodology, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Mobile Development, Swift Programming, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Application Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Mobile Development Tools, Authentications, Secure Coding, Code Reusability, Geospatial Information and Technology, Real Time Data, Data Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Hardware Architecture, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Performance Tuning, Peripheral Devices, Memory Management, System Configuration, Value Engineering, Digital Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months