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 Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Software Design, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Management, Security Engineering, Secure Coding, Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Software Visualization, Exploitation techniques, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Blockchain, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Data Validation
★ 4.6 (94) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Development Tools, Software Design, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Structures, Markov Model, Performance Tuning, Performance Testing, File I/O, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API)
★ 4.6 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Technical Documentation, Document Management, Graphic and Visual Design, Information Architecture, Content Development and Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Google Sheets, Scripting, Google Workspace, Scripting Languages, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity Software, Automation, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Data Access, HTML and CSS, Javascript, Supplier Relationship Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Microservices, Maintainability, Object Oriented Design, System Design and Implementation, Performance Tuning, Model View Controller, Application Design, Programming Principles, Scalability, Python Programming, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Wiring Diagram, Architectural Drawing, AutoCAD, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Technical Drawing, Electrical Power, Drafting and Engineering Design, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Drawings, Schematic Diagrams, Engineering Design Process, Commercial Construction, Electrical Engineering, Layout Design, Autodesk, Technical Documentation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Design Software
★ 4.8 (25) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Mobile Development, Swift Programming, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Application Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Authentications, Secure Coding, Code Reusability, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Real Time Data, Data Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Presentations, Data Visualization, Document Management, Business Communication
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Brand Strategy, Branding, Style Guides, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Marketing Collateral, Graphic and Visual Design, Marketing Materials, Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory, Asset Management, File Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

Skills you'll gain: Database Development, Database Application, Application Design, Program Development, SQL, Dashboard Creation, Secure Coding, User Interface (UI), User Requirements Documents, Software Design, Data Integrity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks