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    Study visual design for creating compelling visuals. Learn about color theory, typography, and layout design for print and digital media.

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      Scrimba

      Learn Next.js

      Skills you'll gain: JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Full-Stack Web Development, React.js, TypeScript, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, Server Side, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Routing Protocols, Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon Web Services

      AWS Generative AI Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Data Ethics, AWS SageMaker, Amazon Web Services, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Solution Architecture, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Development, Public Cloud, Data Governance, Large Language Modeling, API Design, Cost Management, Information Privacy, Business Ethics

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Security Architecture & Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, IT Security Architecture, Incident Response, Security Controls, Endpoint Security, Cloud Security, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Network Architecture, Data Security, Infrastructure Security, Mobile Security, Threat Detection, Firewall, Encryption, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Advanced Kotlin for Multi-Platform Development

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, System Programming, OS Process Management, Debugging, Application Performance Management, Software Design Patterns, Operating Systems, Application Development, Algorithms, Development Testing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Advanced Object-Oriented & Generic Programming in C++

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, Algorithms, File Systems, Debugging, Maintainability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Modernización de sitios web con IA generativa en GC

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Web Content, Content Management Systems, UI/UX Strategy, User Experience, Web Analytics and SEO, Google Cloud Platform, Web Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Build RAG Applications: Get Started

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Application Development, Application Frameworks, User Interface (UI), Natural Language Processing, Jupyter

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Data Security & Information Privacy

      Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Governance, Cyber Risk, Data Ethics, Data Integrity, Encryption, Data Encryption Standard, Risk Management Framework, Network Security, Cryptography, Risk Modeling, Statistical Methods

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Whizlabs

      Azure ML: Designing and Preparing Machine Learning Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Azure Synapse Analytics, Apache Spark, Applied Machine Learning, Data Science, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning, Data Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Scalability, Continuous Monitoring

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Data Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Dashboard, LinkedIn, Storytelling, Professional Networking, Data Visualization Software, Looker (Software), Technical Communication, Power BI, Interviewing Skills

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations for Active Learning in STEM Courses

      Skills you'll gain: Cooperation, Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Student Engagement, Pedagogy, Instructional Strategies, Learning Theory, Teaching, Student-Centred Learning, Collaboration, Teamwork, Blended Learning, Drive Engagement, Classroom Management, Mathematics Education, Learning Management Systems, Creative Problem-Solving, Professional Development, Problem Solving, Technology Solutions

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Modern JavaScript from The Beginning [Second Edition]

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, Webpack, Application Deployment, Web Development Tools, Unit Testing, Javascript, Application Development, Back-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Data Structures, Restful API, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Learn Next.js: Scrimba
    • AWS Generative AI Applications: Amazon Web Services
    • Security Architecture & Operations: Packt
    • Advanced Kotlin for Multi-Platform Development: Board Infinity
    • Advanced Object-Oriented & Generic Programming in C++: Packt
    • Modernización de sitios web con IA generativa en GC: Google Cloud
    • Build RAG Applications: Get Started: IBM
    • Data Security & Information Privacy: Macquarie University
    • Azure ML: Designing and Preparing Machine Learning Solutions: Whizlabs
    • Data Storytelling: DeepLearning.AI

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Visual Design

    Visual design is the combination of visual elements like lines, colors, type fonts, and white space and how they all impact the appearance, usability, and overall presence of a website or other visual creation.

    Successful visual design relies on a strong, unique, artful visual concept. Think of all the great music LP covers over the years that have succeeded because of a strong, dominant visual design. Great visual design, or graphic design, concepts should enhance or even become the overall message, not detract from it. Without great visual design, many banner ads, TV commercials, show posters, and other visual materials would be less striking. The magic of visual design is that it hooks people’s attention and encourages them to examine other aspects of the piece more closely.‎

    It's important to learn about visual design and graphic design because of the skills you can gain from these programs, such as visual elements for websites, videos, advertisements, business reports, and other media. As the world grows more digital every day, the visual design we see is most often represented in online visual materials.

    Learning how to use visual design software can help you realize the work that goes into creating an art piece, an animated video, or a short film with strong visuals. It's a learned skill that can pay dividends down the road should you decide to turn visual design into a career.‎

    Some careers that use visual design include graphic designer, creative director, and art director at marketing agencies. Another career is a visual stylist for retail merchandising companies. Someone with a visual design background could be the director of user experience for a web-based technology company as well.

    These are the people who have gotten educated in art, design, visual aesthetics, software UI/UX, and more and have worked in the field to bring these skills to projects for companies and organizations.‎

    Taking online courses is a great step forward for you to better understand the foundation and basics of visual design. If you're currently working in a technology area, you may already have a head start on understanding graphic design and visual design software programs.

    But if you're ready to broaden your scope of visual design, and dig deeper into the software tools and the artistic sensibilities in visual design work, online courses can help further your knowledge base. Try courses that challenge your accepted notions of visual identity and graphic design. You may find the innovation you see in these new worlds of visual design and graphic design is very appealing to you as you move through your career.‎

    Online Visual Design courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Visual Design skills. Choose from a wide range of Visual Design courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Visual Design, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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