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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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      Google Cloud

      AI Generatif: Lebih dari sekadar Chatbot

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Google Cloud Platform, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep MLA-C01: AWS Machine Learning Engineer Assocaite

      Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Feature Engineering, AI Personalization, Amazon Web Services, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Data Integrity, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Modeling, Supervised Learning, Data Mining, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Management, Unsupervised Learning

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, File Management, Linux, Unix Commands, Scripting, Linux Servers, Command-Line Interface, Ubuntu, Scripting Languages, Unix, Operating Systems, Network Protocols, Automation, Software Installation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      SPSS: Apply & Evaluate Cluster Analysis Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, SPSS, Statistical Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Analysis, Data Mining, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Statistical Methods

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      React JS Masterclass - Go From Zero To Job Ready

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), React.js, React Redux, Application Deployment, Software Testing, Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Software Architecture, Full-Stack Web Development, Application Development, Front-End Web Development, Real Time Data, Application Programming Interface (API), Responsive Web Design, Event-Driven Programming, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), UI Components, Restful API, Authentications, Development Environment

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Biology: Ecology, Evolution, & Biodiversity

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Environment, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Life Sciences, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Natural Resource Management, Physiology, Molecular Biology, Taxonomy, Cell Biology, Anatomy, Climate Change Adaptation, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Methods, Climate Change Mitigation, Experimentation, Case Studies

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Board Infinity

      VCP-DCV Foundations and vSphere 8.x Architecture Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: VMware ESX Servers, Patch Management, Virtual Machines, Virtualization, Infrastructure Security, Identity and Access Management, Data Centers, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Servers, Kubernetes, Data Storage Technologies, Encryption

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Unreal Engine: Master Advanced FX & Gameplay Design

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Computer Graphic Techniques, UI Components, Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphics, Game Design, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI), Virtual Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, Motion Graphics, Interactive Design, Scripting, Simulations, Debugging

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Programming Languages, Part B

      Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Software Design, Ruby (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Software Architecture, Computer Programming, Functional Design, Debugging

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Introduction to Engineering Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      PySpark: Apply & Analyze Advanced Data Processing

      Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Apache Spark, Customer Analysis, Big Data, Data Processing, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Text Mining, Customer Insights, Data Mining, Data Transformation, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Data Manipulation, Marketing Analytics, Image Analysis, Risk Analysis

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Introduction to Java: LearnQuest
    • AI Generatif: Lebih dari sekadar Chatbot: Google Cloud
    • Exam Prep MLA-C01: AWS Machine Learning Engineer Assocaite: Whizlabs
    • Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting: IBM
    • SPSS: Apply & Evaluate Cluster Analysis Techniques: EDUCBA
    • React JS Masterclass - Go From Zero To Job Ready: Packt
    • Introduction to Biology: Ecology, Evolution, & Biodiversity: Rice University
    • VCP-DCV Foundations and vSphere 8.x Architecture Excellence: Board Infinity
    • Unreal Engine: Master Advanced FX & Gameplay Design: EDUCBA
    • Programming Languages, Part B: University of Washington

    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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