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    • U

      UBITS

      Diagnóstico de agilidad: ¿qué tan ágil es tu empresa?

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Improvement Process, Business Transformation, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Measurement, Business Process Improvement, Organizational Change, Business Strategy, Change Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Capstone Project: Applying UX/UI Design in Real World

      Skills you'll gain:

      Intermediate · Course

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Google Cloud Customer Care Fundamentals - Italiano

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Service Level, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Cloud Services, Technical Communication, Identity and Access Management, File Management, Incident Management, Personally Identifiable Information

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Security Best Practices in Google Cloud - Português

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes, OAuth, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authentications, Application Security, Cloud Storage, Authorization (Computing), Data Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Encryption Standard, Virtual Machines, Key Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Deploying and Scaling iOS Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Secure Coding, iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Application Deployment, Swift Programming, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, JSON, Application Security, Encryption, Application Performance Management, Performance Testing, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Managing Google Workspace - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Gmail, Mobile Security, Data Management, Identity and Access Management, System Configuration, Configuration Management, Data Import/Export

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Criando uma estratégia digital vencedora

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Strategy, Web Content, Content Strategy, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Creation, Email Marketing, Digital Communications, E-Commerce, Target Audience

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      MLOps with Vertex AI: Manage Features - Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Google Cloud Platform, Feature Engineering, Data Processing, Data Storage, DevOps, Data Modeling, Data Management, Applied Machine Learning, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      كيفية استخدام التطبيق كونستانت كونتاكت

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Customer Engagement, Customer Communications Management, Customer Relationship Management, User Accounts, Software As A Service

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Deep Teaching Solutions

      Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematics Education, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies, Growth Mindedness, Learning Styles, Curiosity, Cognitive flexibility, Instructional Design, Overcoming Obstacles, Motivational Skills, Open Mindset

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Observability in Google Cloud - Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Prometheus (Software), Google Cloud Platform, Application Performance Management, Kubernetes, Cloud Management, Network Monitoring, System Monitoring, Capacity Management, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Services, Network Analysis, Query Languages

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Intro to AngularJS

      Skills you'll gain: Ajax, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Applications, Javascript, Model View Controller, Event-Driven Programming, Application Frameworks, JSON, UI Components, HTML and CSS, Data Mapping, Routing Protocols, Restful API

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Diagnóstico de agilidad: ¿qué tan ágil es tu empresa?: UBITS
    • Capstone Project: Applying UX/UI Design in Real World : IBM
    • Google Cloud Customer Care Fundamentals - Italiano: Google Cloud
    • Security Best Practices in Google Cloud - Português: Google Cloud
    • Deploying and Scaling iOS Applications: Board Infinity
    • Managing Google Workspace - Español: Google Cloud
    • Criando uma estratégia digital vencedora: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • MLOps with Vertex AI: Manage Features - Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
    • كيفية استخدام التطبيق كونستانت كونتاكت: Coursera Project Network
    • Making Math Click: Understand Math Without Fear: Deep Teaching Solutions

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    Application Programming Interfaces (8)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about System Design

    System Design courses on Coursera equip learners with key skills needed to design robust and scalable systems, including:

    • Understanding the fundamentals of system architecture and design patterns.
    • Techniques for designing scalable systems that can handle growth and user demand efficiently.
    • Methods for ensuring system reliability, availability, and fault tolerance.
    • Skills for integrating various components and services to create cohesive systems.
    • Best practices for database design and management to optimize performance.
    • Approaches for handling security concerns within system design to protect data integrity.
    • Use of tools and frameworks that facilitate effective system design and analysis.‎

    Coursera’s System Design courses are designed to meet the needs of learners at various stages of their software engineering careers:

    • Beginners: No prior experience in system design is required for introductory courses, which provide a foundation in basic principles and approaches.
    • Intermediate Learners: Those with some background in software development can deepen their understanding of more complex system design issues and methodologies.
    • Advanced Professionals: Experienced engineers can enhance their skills with courses focused on cutting-edge techniques and technologies in system architecture and design. ‎

    Participating in System Design courses on Coursera can lead to various credentials that showcase your development and expertise:

    • Course Certificates: Earn a certificate for each system design course you complete, demonstrating your proficiency in specific aspects of system architecture.
    • Professional Certificates: These certificates are designed to prepare you for advanced roles that require expert knowledge in designing and managing complex systems.
    • Specializations: A sequence of courses that offer an in-depth exploration of system design, culminating in a hands-on project that applies what you’ve learned to real-world scenarios. ‎

    Proficiency in system design can lead to numerous career opportunities in the tech industry, such as:

    • Systems Architect: Designing overarching system architectures that meet business requirements while being efficient and sustainable.
    • Software Engineer: Developing software solutions that are well-integrated and scalable as part of a larger system.
    • Technical Lead: Guiding project teams in implementing robust system solutions.
    • Infrastructure Engineer: Focusing on the hardware and network design aspects of systems to ensure they support software and data needs effectively.
    • Cloud Solutions Architect: Designing and managing cloud-based environments to optimize performance and scalability of systems. ‎

    Looking to enhance your team's System Design skills? Coursera provides tailored enterprise solutions for teams ranging of 5-125 employees. Our offerings include advanced analytics, customized learning paths, and collaborative tools. To explore our System Design training options and make a purchase, please visit our Coursera for Teams page.‎

    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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