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    • Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
      G

      Google

      Google Project Management:

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Scoping, Project Closure, Project Management, Project Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Agile Project Management, Project Controls, Backlogs, Quality Assessment, Team Management, Project Documentation, Agile Methodology, Communication Planning, Project Schedules, Change Management, Milestones (Project Management), Organizational Structure, Data Storytelling

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      128K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: AI skills
      AI skills
      I

      IBM

      IBM Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Web Scraping, Linux Commands, Database Design, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, MySQL, Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Database Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Store, Jupyter, Generative AI, Professional Networking

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      58K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Alberta

      Software Design and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Model View Controller, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Service Oriented Architecture, API Design, Systems Architecture, Web Services, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Microservices, Restful API, Software Design Documents, Software Visualization, Code Review, Solution Architecture, Software Systems, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      IBM

      Key Technologies for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Large Language Modeling, Cloud Security, Data Literacy, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Mining, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Cloud Development, Data Ethics, Cloud Storage, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Data Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      100K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • S

      Scrimba

      Responsive Web Design

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Web Design and Development, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Application Deployment, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google

      Technical Support Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation, Operating Systems, Help Desk Support, Technical Documentation, Hardware Troubleshooting, Software Documentation, End User Training and Support, Computer Networking, Information Technology, Computer Architecture, Technical Communication, Linux, Microsoft Windows

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      159K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Instructional Design Foundations and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Instructional and Curriculum Design, Needs Assessment, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Diversity and Inclusion, Education and Training, Talent Management, Systems Analysis, Job Analysis, Analysis

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      770 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Meta

      Programming with JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Javascript, Unit Testing, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Node.JS, JSON, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Debugging, Package and Software Management, Program Development, Functional Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Alberta

      Object-Oriented Design

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Maintainability, Software Architecture, Android Development, Technical Design, Conceptual Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Meta

      Django Web Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Servers, Web Applications, Data Modeling, Back-End Web Development, MySQL, Application Security, Database Development, Application Frameworks, Database Management, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      609 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IBM

      IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Istio, Node.JS, Software Development Life Cycle, Server Side, MongoDB, Application Deployment, CI/CD, Cloud-Native Computing, React Redux, NoSQL, Kubernetes, Restful API, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), Cloud Applications, Containerization, GitHub, HTML and CSS, Ajax, Interviewing Skills

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.2K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • C

      California Institute of the Arts

      Introduction to Typography

      Skills you'll gain: Typography, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Adobe InDesign, Design, Visual Design, Art History, Design Elements And Principles, Peer Review

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular web design courses

    • Google Project Management:: Google
    • IBM Data Engineering: IBM
    • Software Design and Architecture: University of Alberta
    • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
    • Responsive Web Design: Scrimba
    • Technical Support Fundamentals: Google
    • Instructional Design Foundations and Applications: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Programming with JavaScript: Meta
    • Object-Oriented Design: University of Alberta
    • Django Web Framework : Meta

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Web Design

    Web Design courses on Coursera provide learners with essential skills needed to create functional and visually appealing websites, including:

    • Fundamentals of web design, such as layout principles, typography, and color theory
    • Techniques for creating responsive designs that work on various devices
    • Use of web design tools like Adobe XD, Sketch, and Figma for prototyping and wireframing
    • Understanding of user experience (UX) principles to enhance site usability
    • Skills for incorporating multimedia content effectively, such as images, videos, and animations
    • Best practices for search engine optimization (SEO) that influence web design
    • Basics of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to implement custom designs ‎

    No prior experience in coding is required to begin with entry-level web design courses on Coursera. The courses are designed to guide learners through the basics to more advanced topics at their own pace:

    • Beginners will learn foundational web technologies and design principles.
    • Intermediate learners can enhance their skills with courses on specific design tools and programming languages.
    • Advanced learners may explore complex projects involving UX/UI, advanced interactivity, and dynamic web applications.‎

    Participating in Web Design courses on Coursera can lead to a variety of credentials that showcase your skills and knowledge:

    • Course Certificates: Earn a certificate for each web design course you complete, demonstrating your expertise in specific areas of web design.
    • Professional Certificates: These certificates are designed to prepare you for professional roles in web design by consolidating a wide range of design skills.
    • Specializations: Engage in a series of courses that focus on comprehensive topics in web design, culminating in a hands-on project that demonstrates your ability to apply your learning practically.‎

    Proficiency in web design can open up diverse career opportunities, such as:

    • Web Designer: Creating aesthetically pleasing and user-friendly websites.
    • UI/UX Designer: Designing interfaces that offer an optimal user experience.
    • Front-End Developer: Implementing design on the web using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
    • Digital Media Specialist: Integrating multimedia content into web designs to enhance user engagement.
    • Freelance Web Designer: Working independently to provide web design services to clients across various industries.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including web design. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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