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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Big Data, Apache Spark, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Network Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Computer Networking, File Systems, Apache Hadoop, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Middleware, Containerization, Software-Defined Networking, NoSQL

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      Northeastern University

      Foundations for Data Analytics Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Structures, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Pandas (Python Package), Unsupervised Learning, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Statistics, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Programming Principles, Data Visualization, Python Programming, Algorithms

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Python Programming, Scripting, Computational Logic, Computer Science, File Management

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Start Writing Prompts like a Pro

      Skills you'll gain: Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modern Regression Analysis in R

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Ethics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Science, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Data Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Design Software, Design Thinking, Intellectual Property, 3D Assets, Hardware Troubleshooting, Conceptual Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Hardware, Manufacturing Processes, Emerging Technologies, Industrial Design, Digital Design, Mechanical Design, Computer Graphics, Computer-Aided Design, Graphical Tools, Control Systems, Product Design, Prototyping

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Python: Logistic Regression & Supervised ML

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Supervised Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Statistical Modeling, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Meet - Deutsch

      Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Workspace, Generative AI, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Master Unity: Design & Develop a Gem Collector Game

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Animations, Game Design, Development Environment, C# (Programming Language), UI Components, Scripting, Debugging

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      Simplilearn

      Generative AI in Support and Maintenance Training

      Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, System Support, Generative AI, Maintainability, Automation, Technical Support, Debugging, Anomaly Detection, System Monitoring, Software Engineering, Software Documentation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Google Vids로 멋진 동영상 만들기

      Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Generative AI, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Google Gemini, Video Production, Multimedia, Google Workspace, Storytelling

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Using AI & ChatGPT for Content: Research & Planning

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Content Strategy, ChatGPT, AI Product Strategy, Content Creation, Target Audience, Persona Development, User Research, Problem Solving, Writing and Editing, Brainstorming, Ideation, Search Engine Optimization

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

    • Cloud Computing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Foundations for Data Analytics Part 1: Northeastern University
    • Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction: Codio
    • Start Writing Prompts like a Pro: Google
    • Modern Regression Analysis in R: University of Colorado Boulder
    • 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Python: Logistic Regression & Supervised ML: EDUCBA
    • Gemini in Google Meet - Deutsch: Google Cloud
    • Master Unity: Design & Develop a Gem Collector Game: EDUCBA
    • Generative AI in Support and Maintenance Training : Simplilearn

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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