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    Learn prototyping techniques for product development. Understand how to create, test, and iterate prototypes for design validation.

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Software Architecture for Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Service Level, Performance Testing, Software Engineering, Database Management, Acceptance Testing, Web Applications, Software Architecture, Scalability, Microservices, Data Infrastructure, Data Architecture, System Monitoring, Distributed Computing, Application Deployment, Application Development, Predictive Modeling, Prototyping, Web Development, Application Performance Management, Big Data

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      3.5
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      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Introduction to Architecting Smart IoT Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Architecture, Systems Design, Technical Design, Software Systems, Prototyping, Requirements Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      310 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dassault Systèmes

      SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD for Education

      Skills you'll gain: Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Design, Technical Design, Prototyping, Mechanical Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD)

      Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Multimedia, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, User Experience Design, Learning Management Systems, Design Thinking, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Brainstorming, Needs Assessment, Content Creation, Motivational Skills, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Design Strategies, Student-Centred Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things: Sensing and Actuation From Devices

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, Wireless Networks, Digital Communications, Prototyping

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      159 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Laboratório de Programação Orientada a Objetos - Parte 1

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Debugging, Software Architecture, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Prototyping

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      185 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Additive Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Schematic Diagrams, Engineering Design Process, Computer-Aided Design, Production Process, 3D Assets, Materials science, Design Strategies, Prototyping, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, 3D Modeling, Manufacturing Operations, Design, Equipment Design, Experimentation, Laboratory Experience, Manufacturing and Production, Systems Of Measurement, Process Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      183 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Information Design

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Mockups, Web Design, Responsive Web Design, Design, Typography, Wireframing, Design Elements And Principles, Usability, Interaction Design, UI Components, Prototyping

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      578 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      M2M & IoT Interface Design & Protocols for Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Microservices, Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Middleware, Embedded Systems, Cloud Technologies, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Wireless Networks

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      123 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Epic Games

      User Experience in Game Design

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unreal Engine, User Experience Design, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, Video Game Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Prototyping, Animations

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Michigan State University

      Game Design and Development 5: Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Design Documents, Prototyping, Video Game Development, Software Documentation, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Ideation, Usability Testing, Peer Review, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Requirements Elicitation: Artifact and Stakeholder Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Mockups, Interviewing Skills, Storyboarding, Business Requirements, Prototyping, User Requirements Documents, User Research, Stakeholder Analysis, Information Architecture, Prioritization

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular prototyping courses

    • Software Architecture for Big Data: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Architecting Smart IoT Devices: EIT Digital
    • SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD for Education: Dassault Systèmes
    • An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD): University of Michigan
    • Internet of Things: Sensing and Actuation From Devices: University of California San Diego
    • Laboratório de Programação Orientada a Objetos - Parte 1: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Additive Manufacturing: Arizona State University
    • Information Design: University of California San Diego
    • M2M & IoT Interface Design & Protocols for Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • User Experience in Game Design: Epic Games

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