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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Create an Interactive Mind Map

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Multimedia, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Marketing Design, Data Sharing, Presentations, Drive Engagement, Graphic Design, Marketing, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      429 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      LearnKartS

      Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, YAML, Application Deployment, Docker (Software), Microservices, DevOps, Continuous Deployment, Scalability, Development Environment, Devops Tools, Configuration Management, Virtual Machines, Ubuntu, System Configuration, Data Storage, Security Controls, Virtual Environment, Network Architecture

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Multiple educators

      Business Innovation and Digital Disruption

      Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Business Strategies, Sustainable Business, Brand Strategy, Business Solutions, Innovation, Presentations, Market Opportunities, Business Modeling, Business Risk Management, Design and Product, Branding, Strategic Thinking, Process Design, Digital Transformation, Persuasive Communication, Technology Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Finance of Mergers and Acquisitions: Designing an M&A Deal

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Business Valuation, Investment Banking, Price Negotiation, Capital Markets, Accounting, Corporate Tax, Corporate Strategy, Financial Modeling, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Planning, Financial Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Universidad de los Andes

      Desarrollo de Videojuegos en Unity: Una Introducción

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI), Game Design, Animations, Google Analytics, Prototyping, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C# (Programming Language), Scripting, Application Deployment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Introduction to GitHub Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Application Development, Development Environment

      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 Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Embedded Systems Concepts and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Hardware Architecture, Electronic Systems, System Programming, Operating Systems, Linux, System Design and Implementation, C (Programming Language), Debugging

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Advancing Women in Tech

      The Business of Product Management II

      Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Customer Retention, Financial Analysis, Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Strategy, Innovation, Revenue Management, Financial Statements, Agile Methodology, Customer experience strategy (CX), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Continuous Improvement Process

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      229 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Fire and Life Safety Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Fire And Life Safety, Building Codes, Schematic Diagrams, Blueprint Reading, Process Flow Diagrams, Construction, Hydraulics, Construction Inspection, Safety Assurance, Safety Standards, Building Design, Hazard Analysis, Safety Training, Engineering Drawings, System Requirements, Safety and Security, System Monitoring, Facility Management and Maintenance, Structural Analysis, Plumbing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Game Development with GameMaker

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Debugging, Animations, Programming Principles, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), No-Code Development, Event-Driven Programming, Software Design Patterns, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Development Environment

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Establishing Product-Market Fit

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Value Propositions, Target Market, Product Improvement, Product Management, User Experience, Product Development, Product Design, Product Strategy, New Product Development, Customer Analysis, Market Analysis, Product Requirements, User Feedback, Product Testing, Needs Assessment, Ideation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modeling and Debugging Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Model Based Systems Engineering, Electronic Systems, Computer Engineering, Failure Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Technical Communication, Control Systems, Automation Engineering

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      243 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game design courses

    • Use Canva to Create an Interactive Mind Map: Coursera Project Network
    • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD): LearnKartS
    • Business Innovation and Digital Disruption: Universidad de Palermo
    • Finance of Mergers and Acquisitions: Designing an M&A Deal: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Desarrollo de Videojuegos en Unity: Una Introducción: Universidad de los Andes
    • Introduction to GitHub Copilot: Microsoft
    • Real-Time Embedded Systems Concepts and Practices: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Business of Product Management II: Advancing Women in Tech
    • Fire and Life Safety Systems: L&T EduTech
    • Game Development with GameMaker: University of Colorado System

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