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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Computational Logic, Advanced Mathematics, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Media Campaigns, Consumer Behaviour, Influencing, Content Creation, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Persuasive Communication, Social Media, Advertising, Brand Strategy, Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Storytelling, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    5.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Introduction to Mobile Development

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, React Native, Responsive Web Design, Browser Compatibility, HTML and CSS, Cross Platform Development, Web Design and Development, Javascript, User Interface (UI) Design, Web Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    575 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI and LLMs: Architecture and Data Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Data Pipelines, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Data Processing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    308 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accounting Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Visualization, Jupyter, Tableau Software, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Unsupervised Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, Machine Learning, Excel Macros, Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Processing, Analytics, SQL, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    568 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Databricks to Local LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Generative AI, Data Lakes, Extract, Transform, Load, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Transformation, LLM Application, Data Pipelines, Large Language Modeling, Apache Spark, Responsible AI, Data Analysis, Data Science, CI/CD, Machine Learning

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Amsterdam

    Inferential Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Statistical Modeling

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    603 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Develop Generative AI Applications: Get Started

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LangChain, LLM Application, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Application Development, Flask (Web Framework), Software Development, Debugging

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    206 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Productivity, Safety and Security, Process Design

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    261 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    What is the Metaverse?

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Virtual Environment, Digital Assets, Virtual Teams, Cultural Diversity, E-Commerce, Collaborative Software, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Blockchain, Diversity and Inclusion, Emerging Technologies, Research and Design, Community Development, Market Opportunities, Economic Development, New Product Development, Content Creation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Clemson University

    Design and Analysis of Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Design Strategies, Probability

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    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Getting Started with Data Analytics on AWS

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Analytics, Analytics, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Amazon Web Services, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Big Data, Cloud Security, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    902 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Viral Marketing and How to Craft Contagious Content: University of Pennsylvania
  • Introduction to Mobile Development: Meta
  • Generative AI and LLMs: Architecture and Data Preparation: IBM
  • Accounting Data Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Databricks to Local LLMs: Duke University
  • Inferential Statistics: University of Amsterdam
  • Develop Generative AI Applications: Get Started: IBM
  • Introduction to Computer Information Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • What is the Metaverse?: Meta

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