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      Board Infinity

      VMware Network Virtualization with NSX-T

      Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Switches, Network Architecture, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Network Infrastructure, Load Balancing, Security Controls, Network Routing, Network Security, Firewall, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Langchain and Langgraph

      Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, LangGraph, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Development Environment, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Tool Calling, Text Mining, Query Languages, User Interface (UI), Application Development, Natural Language Processing

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Advanced Matplotlib: Design & Customize Visualizations

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth

      Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, General Science and Research, Research, Scientific Methods, Environment, Ancient History, Peer Review, Laboratory Testing, Timelines, World History

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Build & Script a Breakout Game in Unity

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Software Architecture, Visualization (Computer Graphics), User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Design, UI Components, Scripting, C# (Programming Language), Debugging

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Programación en Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Program Development, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Matplotlib, Python Programming, NumPy, Data Import/Export, Algorithms, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, Data Manipulation, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      SAS: Apply & Evaluate Poisson & Negative Binomial Models

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Network Traffic and Logs Using IDS and SIEM Tools

      Skills you'll gain: System Monitoring, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Analysis, Data Integrity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Extract, Transform and Load Data in Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Power BI, Data Validation, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Storage, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Storage Technologies, Business Intelligence

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Politècnica de València

      Introduction to interdisciplinary sustainable architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Systems Thinking, Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Systems, Architectural Design, Sustainable Design, Building Design, Architecture and Construction, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Development, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Environment and Resource Management, Materials science, Thermal Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Additional Process Techniques in Microfabrication

      Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Testing, Quality Assurance, Semiconductors, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Electronics, Materials science, Process Engineering, Test Engineering, Product Testing, Chemistry, Mechanical Engineering

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Boltnew AI - From Code to App

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • VMware Network Virtualization with NSX-T: Board Infinity
    • Langchain and Langgraph: Packt
    • Advanced Matplotlib: Design & Customize Visualizations: EDUCBA
    • Deep Time: Discovering an Ancient Earth: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Build & Script a Breakout Game in Unity: EDUCBA
    • Programación en Python: Universidad de los Andes
    • SAS: Apply & Evaluate Poisson & Negative Binomial Models: EDUCBA
    • Network Traffic and Logs Using IDS and SIEM Tools: Google
    • Extract, Transform and Load Data in Power BI: Microsoft
    • Introduction to interdisciplinary sustainable architecture: Universitat Politècnica de València

    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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