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 California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Conflict Management, Telecommuting, Trustworthiness, Interpersonal Communications, Team Leadership, Collaboration, Collaborative Software, Leadership, Team Building, Productivity, Social Skills, Rapport Building, Communication, Leadership Development, Relationship Building, Team Performance Management, People Management, Meeting Facilitation, Constructive Feedback
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Web Development, Linux, Shell Script, Database Design, Ubuntu, Relational Databases, Web Development Tools, Unix Shell, Test Driven Development (TDD), Python Programming, Linux Administration, Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Full-Stack Web Development, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Javascript, Database Management
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Adobe Illustrator, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Creativity, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic Design, Computer Graphics, Creative Design, Creative Thinking, Color Theory, Digital Design, Visual Design, Content Creation, Branding
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Web Content, Content Management, No-Code Development, Web Design and Development, Content Creation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Testing, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Software Architecture, API Design, Test Automation, Vulnerability Management, Agentic systems, Systems Design, Model Evaluation, Test Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, Python Programming, Continuous Deployment, Dependency Analysis, Large Language Modeling, Machine Learning, Performance Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Art History
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Engineering, Telecommunications, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Technology Strategies, Real Time Data
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Architectural Engineering, Construction, Building Design, Engineering Design Process, Civil Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Mechanics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Lean Manufacturing, Production Management, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Sustainability Standards, Collaboration, Innovation, Adaptability, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Differentiated Instruction, English Language, Student Engagement, Language Learning, Cultural Sensitivity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, Canva (Software), Content Creation, Social Media Content, Storytelling, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Graphic Design, Digital Publishing, Driving engagement, Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours