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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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      Como criar apps de IA generativa no Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Applications, Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, Prompt Engineering, Application Development, Application Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Prototyping, Solution Architecture

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Finalizing, Rendering & Advanced Lighting

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Animations, Color Theory

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera

      Instagram Storytelling: Write Compelling Stories

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Instagram, Copywriting, Content Creation, Drive Engagement, Concision, Social Media Content, Editing, Writing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Networking in Google Cloud: Network Architecture - 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing Architecture, General Networking, Google Cloud Platform, Network Security, Network Analysis, Network Performance Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Firewall, Scalability, Load Balancing, Cloud Security

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Effective Code Review Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Test Tools, Code Review, Software Testing, Scripting, CI/CD, Software Technical Review, Test Planning, Maintainability, Test Case, Automation, Scalability

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Azure ML: Explore & Configure the Machine Learning Workspace

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Microsoft Azure, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Statistics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Azure Synapse Analytics, Cloud Computing, Data Management, Virtual Machines

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      From Concept to Critique: Prototyping with Sketch

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Design Reviews, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Mockups, UI/UX Research, Wireframing, Usability Testing, User Flows

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Coding User Interfaces with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Debugging, Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI), HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Artificial Intelligence, Prototyping, Generative AI

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Coding with AI for MBAs

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Debugging, JSON, Version Control, Responsive Web Design, Data Modeling, User Interface (UI), HTML and CSS, OpenAI, NoSQL, User Story, Test Case, ChatGPT, Application Deployment, Software Development Tools, Algorithms, Generative AI, Web Design and Development, Google Cloud Platform, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Networking in Google Cloud: Hybrid and Multicloud - Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing, General Networking, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Security

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Gemini for Network Engineers - 한국어

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Generative AI, Virtual Machines, Cloud Management, Network Engineering

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Monitoring, Security, and High Availability in Vault

      Skills you'll gain: System Monitoring, Kubernetes, Continuous Monitoring, Application Security, Hardening, Key Management, Disaster Recovery, Encryption, Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • Como criar apps de IA generativa no Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Finalizing, Rendering & Advanced Lighting: Packt
    • Instagram Storytelling: Write Compelling Stories: Coursera
    • Networking in Google Cloud: Network Architecture - 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Effective Code Review Practices: Board Infinity
    • Azure ML: Explore & Configure the Machine Learning Workspace: Whizlabs
    • From Concept to Critique: Prototyping with Sketch: Coursera
    • Coding User Interfaces with AI: University of Virginia
    • Coding with AI for MBAs: University of Virginia
    • Networking in Google Cloud: Hybrid and Multicloud - Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud

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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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