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      IBM

      Introduction to Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Data Store, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Data Governance, Apache Hadoop, Relational Databases, Apache Spark, Data Lakes, Databases, SQL, NoSQL, Data Security, Data Science

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Crash Course on Embedded C Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Software Installation, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 1

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Authentications, Remote Access Systems, Linux Administration, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Cryptographic Protocols

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Data Management for Analytics Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Metadata Management, Databases, Data Management, Relational Databases, Unified Modeling Language, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Data Quality, Object-Relational Mapping

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      English for Common Interactions in the Workplace: Basic Level

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, English Language, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Vocabulary, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Grammar, Language Learning, Writing

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Siemens

      Basics of Robotics

      Skills you'll gain: Safety Standards, Automation Engineering, Machine Controls, Mechanical Design, Product Automation, Manufacturing Standards, Automation, Equipment Design, Robotic Process Automation, Control Systems, Engineering, Manufacturing and Production, Industrial Engineering, Performance Testing, Safety and Security, Human Machine Interfaces, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Human Factors

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northwestern University

      Social Media Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Blogs, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Social Media, Peer Review, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media Strategy, Real Time Data, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Content, Marketing, Target Audience, Digital Transformation, Analytics, Digital Marketing, ChatGPT

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      Pearson

      Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 8

      Skills you'll gain: Transaction Processing, Data Access, Dataflow, Database Management, Stored Procedure, SQL, Object-Relational Mapping, Data Integrity, Data Import/Export, Databases, Secure Coding, File Systems

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Founder's Legacy

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, People Management, Team Building, Team Management, Relationship Management, Financial Management, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Resilience, Innovation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Strategy, Culture Transformation, Business Operations, Growth Strategies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment, Environmental Science, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Research, Physical Science, Scientific Methods, Chemistry

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      Packt

      Modelling Threats - Strategies in Threat Modelling

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Security Testing, Application Security, Security Engineering, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, DevSecOps, Risk Management Framework, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud Security

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      People Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Talent Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Workforce Planning, Collaboration, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Employee Retention, Data Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Predictive Analytics, Network Analysis

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Introduction to Data Engineering: IBM
    • Crash Course on Embedded C Programming: Packt
    • Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 1: Pearson
    • Data Management for Analytics Part 1: Northeastern University
    • English for Common Interactions in the Workplace: Basic Level: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Basics of Robotics: Siemens
    • Social Media Marketing: Northwestern University
    • Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 8: Pearson
    • Founder's Legacy: Packt
    • Astrobiology and the Search for Extraterrestrial Life: The University of Edinburgh

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