Web design is a fast-growing sector, which recruits and evolves rapidly. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, it is therefore essential to train yourself to remain competent in this field. In this article, we are going to present you 5 websites to follow distance learning courses to learn the basics of graphic design but also to create websites. Our selection includes paid training, but also free.

So, ready to discover the best online training sites to progress and develop new skills on the web? Let's get started!

Discover paid training courses, but also free ones!

For all levels and all budgets, we have broken down our selection of web design courses into two parts:

(1) Sites offering paid training. (2) Free online courses.

Note: the training courses are in English on 4 sites and in French on one.

Paid training sites

1 - Awwwards

Well-known for delivering web design awards, the Awwwards website also offers many online courses and trainings. The courses are varied and range from design to web development.

See all Awwwards courses

2 - Memorisely

"SUPAFAST!"

Ever come across one of Zandel's (real instagram) tutorials? Memorisely is her web design training site.

They offer training in a bootcamp format on :

• UX design
• UI design
• The design system
• Web accessibility
• And even web development (no-code) on tools like Framer or Webflow.

Discover the SUPAFAST bootcamps

3 - Flux Academy

With their YouTube channel at +500k subscribers, you've probably already come across a Ran Segal video.

The aim of the training courses is to train you to a new profession: to become a Webdesigner (in freelance or in agency).

Discover the Flux Academy's training courses

Free training sites

4 - Digidop Academy

The Digidop academy offers 100% free webdesign trainings! The trainings are business oriented and will teach you how to use different no-code tools but especially how to get more proficient on specialized web design software like Figma or Webflow. Throughout the training, you will also learn how to optimize the collaboration between the design and development teams.

And above all, all the training courses are in French! 🇫🇷

Discover the training courses of the Digidop Academy

5 - Webflow University

With more than 400 courses 100% free, this online university is a reference for webdesign content. The courses are 360°:

• Learning good design practices,
• Advice and training to develop a freelance career,
• Introduction to advanced design tools (3D, prototype, motion design, etc.)
• Introduction to the web and code (HTML, CSS, Javascript),
• Creation and development of websites on the CMS Webflow,

And many others. In short, Webflow University is a reference for learning web design.

I personally learned how to create my first website by following the Webflow University trainings. And with a smile! Unfortunately, my first project disappeared 😅)

Discover the lessons of the Webflow University

Our opinion on online training

In addition to helping you progress in the field of web design, distance learning can also be a gateway to a successful career change.

Thanks to their flexibility and accessibility, these trainings allow everyone to learn at their own pace and at a lower cost. However, to succeed in progressing in web design, it isimportant to put into practice the skills acquired during your training .

So, whether you are working on a real or fictional project, don't wait and start creating on Figma or Webflow today!

Bonus 🎁

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