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      University of Michigan

      AI for Autonomous Vehicles and Robotics

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Software, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Statistical Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Automation, Algorithms

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Cybersecurity Fundamentals with Cisco Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Business Continuity Planning, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Risk Mitigation, Cyber Threat Hunting, Risk Management Framework, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Network Security, Threat Management, IT Management, Vulnerability Management, Security Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Business Risk Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Computer Security Incident Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Maven Analytics

      ChatGPT & Generative AI for Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Deep Learning, Excel Formulas, Analytics, Google Sheets, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Python Programming, SQL, Query Languages, Business Intelligence, Data Science, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Google Cloud Platform, Analytical Skills, Large Language Modeling, Business Analytics, Professional Development, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Decision Making, Human Learning, Usability, Psychology, Human Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Essential Testing Techniques in Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Test Case, Integration Testing, System Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Acceptance Testing, Test Planning, Software Quality Assurance, Unit Testing, Functional Testing, Regression Testing, Usability Testing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Agile Development Excellence: Scrum, User Story, CI Insight

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, Sprint Planning, Kaizen Methodology, Process Improvement, Backlogs, Agile Product Development, Unit Testing, Scalability, Performance Metric, Integration Testing, Development Testing, Organizational Change, Project Management, User Story, Git (Version Control System), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Reporting, Application Security, Prioritization, Dependency Analysis

      2.9
      Rating, 2.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Python Regular Expressions to Process File Data

      Skills you'll gain: Test Data, Test Case, Data Validation, Data Import/Export, Verification And Validation, Scripting, Data Cleansing, Python Programming

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Conocimiento:Una herramienta para la ingeniería y la gestión

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Knowledge Transfer, Communication Strategies, Communication, Mediation, Engineering Management, Systems Thinking, Information Architecture, Organizational Structure, Cultural Diversity

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Customer Journey Mapping

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Customer Insights, AI Personalization, Customer Analysis, ChatGPT, Customer experience strategy (CX), Real Time Data, Persona Development, Design Thinking, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Analysis, Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      機器學習技法 (Machine Learning Techniques)

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Decision Tree Learning, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research

      Finance for Decision-Making

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Modeling, Income Statement, Investment Management, Balance Sheet, Decision Making, Personal Development, Stress Management, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular independent thinking courses

    • AI for Autonomous Vehicles and Robotics: University of Michigan
    • Cybersecurity Fundamentals with Cisco Tools: Board Infinity
    • ChatGPT & Generative AI for Data Analytics: Maven Analytics
    • Put It All Together: Prepare for a Cloud Data Analyst Job: Google Cloud
    • Human Cognitive Capacities & Limitations: Arizona State University
    • Essential Testing Techniques in Software Development: Board Infinity
    • Agile Development Excellence: Scrum, User Story, CI Insight: Board Infinity
    • Use Python Regular Expressions to Process File Data: Coursera Project Network
    • Conocimiento:Una herramienta para la ingeniería y la gestión: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • GenAI for Customer Journey Mapping: Coursera Instructor Network

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