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    DeepLearning.AI

    Vector Databases: from Embeddings to Applications

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Database Systems, Databases, Algorithms, Semantic Web, Data Mining, Prompt Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Prompt Compression and Query Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, MongoDB, Operational Databases, Query Languages, Metadata Management, Performance Tuning, Large Language Modeling, Data Pipelines

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free
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    DeepLearning.AI

    Building Applications with Vector Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, LLM Application, Database Application, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Semantic Web, Application Development, Natural Language Processing, Image Analysis, AI Personalization

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Splunk Inc.

    Splunk Search Expert 103

    Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Correlation Analysis, Performance Tuning, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Big Data, Transaction Processing, Data Science, Business Analytics, Data Visualization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Persona (User Experience), UI/UX Strategy, Web Design, User Experience, Wireframing, User Research, User Centered Design, Mockups, Usability Testing, Requirements Analysis, Target Audience, Agile Methodology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Tecnología e IA en seguros: Oportunidades y desafíos

    Skills you'll gain: Technology Strategies, Customer experience improvement, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Innovation, Self Service Technologies, Technology Solutions, Digital Transformation, Responsible AI, Insurance, Data Ethics, Business Process Automation, Emerging Technologies, Change Management, Customer Service, AI Personalization, Automation, AI Product Strategy, Operational Efficiency

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    Coursera Project Network

    Grab Data Fast with Vertical and Horizontal LOOKUP

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis Software, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Business Analysis

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    73 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    The State University of New York

    Advanced Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Information Management, Research, Literacy, Lifelong Learning, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Intellectual Property, Planning, Document Management, Communication, Journals, Style Guides

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Filtering and Sorting Data in Looker

    Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Dashboard, Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Management, Google Cloud Platform, Network Analysis

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Project Network

    Product Reviews Text-based Search - OpenAI Text Embedding

    Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, OpenAI, Application Development, Exploratory Data Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), Text Mining, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Data Manipulation

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Information Extraction from Free Text Data in Health

    Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Unstructured Data, Health Informatics, Natural Language Processing, Data Mining, Clinical Informatics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Medical Science and Research, Medical Terminology, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information retrieval courses

  • Vector Databases: from Embeddings to Applications: DeepLearning.AI
  • Prompt Compression and Query Optimization: DeepLearning.AI
  • Building Applications with Vector Databases: DeepLearning.AI
  • Splunk Search Expert 103: Splunk Inc.
  • Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture: California Institute of the Arts
  • Tecnología e IA en seguros: Oportunidades y desafíos: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Information Design: University of California San Diego
  • Grab Data Fast with Vertical and Horizontal LOOKUP : Coursera Project Network
  • Advanced Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Filtering and Sorting Data in Looker: Google Cloud

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