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      EDUCBA

      Mastering Python Modules and File Systems

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Python Programming, Package and Software Management, Scripting, User Interface (UI), Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Simulations

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Master of Science in Information Systems

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      EDUCBA

      Unreal Engine Character Development & Combat Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Video Game Development, Artificial Intelligence, User Interface (UI), Scripting, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Big Data Modeling and Management Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Big Data, Data Management, Database Management Systems, Real Time Data, NoSQL, Database Design, Data Processing, Apache Hadoop, Data Structures, Scalability, Virtual Environment

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      Intro to Operating Systems 1: Virtualization

      Skills you'll gain: OS Process Management, Operating Systems, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Application Programming Interface (API)

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Implementing Movement and Decision-Making Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Environment, Simulations, System Design and Implementation, Scripting, Performance Tuning, Software Design Patterns

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Web Connectivity and Security in Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Network Architecture, Network Security, Internet Of Things, Cybersecurity, Web Services, Encryption, Embedded Systems, Network Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Threat Modeling, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), TCP/IP, Restful API, Information Privacy, OSI Models

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      171 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Foundations of Agent-Based AI Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, System Design and Implementation, Artificial Intelligence, Solution Design, Unified Modeling Language, Solution Architecture, Performance Metric, Requirements Analysis, Performance Analysis, Workflow Management, Prototyping, Stakeholder Communications, Business Priorities, Benchmarking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Mission-Critical Systems Design

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Systems Engineering, Software Systems, System Software, Systems Architecture, Systems Design, System Design and Implementation, Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Linux

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Design of High-Performance Optical Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Equipment Design, Performance Tuning, Systems Engineering, System Requirements, Engineering Calculations, Systems Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Laboratory Equipment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computer-Aided Design, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Design Process, Applied Mathematics, Scientific Visualization

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Embedded Software and Hardware Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Data Structures, System Programming, Microarchitecture, C (Programming Language), Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Maintainability, System Configuration, Development Environment, Peripheral Devices

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

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      Howard University

      Introduction to Information Systems for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Software, Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Business Systems, Cloud Solutions, Business Technologies, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Virtualization, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Management Information Systems, Product Design, Business Solutions, Information Technology, Cloud Infrastructure, User Centered Design, Cybersecurity, Data Management

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular distributed systems courses

    • Mastering Python Modules and File Systems: EDUCBA
    • Master of Science in Information Systems: Northeastern University
    • Unreal Engine Character Development & Combat Systems: EDUCBA
    • Big Data Modeling and Management Systems: University of California San Diego
    • Intro to Operating Systems 1: Virtualization: Codio
    • Implementing Movement and Decision-Making Systems: Packt
    • Web Connectivity and Security in Embedded Systems: EIT Digital
    • Foundations of Agent-Based AI Systems: LearnQuest
    • Real-Time Mission-Critical Systems Design: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Design of High-Performance Optical Systems: University of Colorado Boulder

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