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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Project Management Tracker using Google Sheets

      Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Organizational Skills, Spreadsheet Software, Project Management Software, Project Coordination, Small Business Accounting, Data Management, Project Management, Business

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      277 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University at Buffalo

      Applied Analytics and Data for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Data Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Operational Excellence, Case Studies, Process Improvement, Quality Management Systems, Data Quality, Data Security, Product Quality (QA/QC), Internet Of Things

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Software Design as an Abstraction

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Database Management, Systems Design, Application Security, Design Strategies, Operating Systems

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Critical thinking: reasoned decision making

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Research, Constructive Feedback, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      EDUCBA

      MEAN Stack Developer: MongoDB, ExpressJS, AngularJS & NodeJS

      Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Node.JS, Angular, Restful API, API Design, NoSQL, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Database Development, Scalability, JavaScript Frameworks, Authentications, Query Languages, Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), JSON, Javascript and jQuery, Database Management, Distributed Computing, Web Design and Development, Web Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      161 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Blended Language Learning: Design and Practice for Teachers

      Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Course Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Language Learning, Technology Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      260 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      BIM Fundamentals for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Revit, Building Information Modeling, Engineering Documentation, Architectural Design, 3D Modeling, Facility Management, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Technical Standard, HVAC, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Electrical Systems, Plumbing, User Interface (UI), File Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Optical Efficiency and Resolution

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, System Requirements, Simulation and Simulation Software, Image Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Design Process, Applied Mathematics, Physics

      Build toward a degree

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Olay

      Quality Control and Regulatory in Cosmetic Science

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Product Quality (QA/QC), Statistical Process Controls, Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Management, Regulatory Affairs, Safety Standards, Chemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Product Testing, Standard Operating Procedure, Packaging and Labeling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Sydney

      Introduction to Linear Algebra

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Markov Model, Geometry, Arithmetic, Algebra, General Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Probability, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Methods, Engineering Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Perform data science with Azure Databricks

      Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Databricks, Apache Spark, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Deep Learning, Data Transformation, Machine Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Introduction to Advanced Vibrations

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      72 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular distributed systems courses

    • Create a Project Management Tracker using Google Sheets: Coursera Project Network
    • Applied Analytics and Data for Decision Making: University at Buffalo
    • Software Design as an Abstraction: University of Colorado System
    • Critical thinking: reasoned decision making: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • MEAN Stack Developer: MongoDB, ExpressJS, AngularJS & NodeJS: EDUCBA
    • Blended Language Learning: Design and Practice for Teachers: University of Colorado Boulder
    • BIM Fundamentals for Engineers: L&T EduTech
    • Optical Efficiency and Resolution: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Quality Control and Regulatory in Cosmetic Science: Olay
    • Introduction to Linear Algebra: The University of Sydney

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