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      LearnQuest

      Introduction to Java

      Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Java, Java Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Software Installation, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Implementing Movement and Decision-Making Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Environment, Simulations, System Design and Implementation, Scripting, Performance Tuning, Software Design Patterns

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Optimiza el desarrollo de apps con Gemini Code Assist

      Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Debugging, Code Review, Software Documentation, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Unit Testing, Application Development, Maintainability, Technical Documentation, Software Testing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Power Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, USB, Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electric Power Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Basic Electrical Systems

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Advanced Features and Polish for a Pinball Game in UE

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Animations, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, User Interface (UI), Scripting

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Redes Ecológicas

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Graph Theory, Exploratory Data Analysis, Environmental Science, Data Analysis, R Programming, Data Science, Mathematical Modeling

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      The Raspberry Pi Platform and Python Programming for the Raspberry Pi

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Operating System Administration, Operating Systems, Integrated Development Environments, File Systems, Internet Of Things, Development Environment, Embedded Systems, Python Programming, OS Process Management, Computer Hardware, UI Components, Computer Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Unsupervised Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Text Mining, Data Mining, Data Science, Big Data, NumPy, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Linear Algebra

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Lund University

      Sustainable Cities and Communities

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Community Development, Governance, Socioeconomics, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Systems Thinking, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies, Water Resources, Multimedia, Business Modeling, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Ansible Automation: From Fundamentals to Enterprise

      Skills you'll gain: Ansible, IT Automation, YAML, Enterprise Architecture, DevSecOps, Scalability, CI/CD, Automation, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Debugging, Scripting, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Configuration Management, Hardening, Enterprise Security, Devops Tools, Development Environment, Verification And Validation, Patch Management, DevOps

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Edureka

      Git and GitHub: Version Control for Modern Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Jenkins, CI/CD, DevOps, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning, Microsoft Copilot, Software Development, Code Review, Application Security, Key Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Unreal Engine Game World & Environment Design

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animations, Video Editing, Virtual Environment, Unity Engine, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Game Design, Video Production, Debugging, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Video Game Development, Interactive Design, Virtual Reality, Design Strategies, Computer Graphics, Software Installation, Animation and Game Design, System Configuration, Storytelling

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Introduction to Java: LearnQuest
    • Implementing Movement and Decision-Making Systems: Packt
    • Optimiza el desarrollo de apps con Gemini Code Assist: Google Cloud
    • Introduction to Power Electronics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Advanced Features and Polish for a Pinball Game in UE: EDUCBA
    • Redes Ecológicas: Universidade de São Paulo
    • The Raspberry Pi Platform and Python Programming for the Raspberry Pi: University of California, Irvine
    • Unsupervised Machine Learning: IBM
    • Sustainable Cities and Communities: Lund University
    • Ansible Automation: From Fundamentals to Enterprise: Board Infinity

    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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