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      LearnQuest

      A Practical Introduction to Test-Driven Development

      Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Test Automation, Test Case, Development Testing, Software Testing, Mockups, Python Programming

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      The Bash Shell and Basic Scripting in Linux

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, Operating System Administration, Shell Script, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Unix Shell, Linux, Unix, Scripting

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Artificial Intelligence in Government

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Organizational Effectiveness, Scalability, Organizational Change, Technical Consulting, Responsible AI, Operational Efficiency, Technology Strategies, Process Mapping, Performance Measurement, Procurement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Power Automate & SharePoint to Automate Invoice Sending

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Email Automation, Document Management, Microsoft 365, Billing & Invoicing, Workflow Management, Automation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      Key Industry 4.0 Technologies in Manufacturing - 1

      Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Internet Of Things, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Automation, Innovation, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Real Time Data, Interoperability

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Lawyers: Time and Tasks

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Delegation Skills, Time Management, Legal Technology, Legal Risk, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Automation, Decision Making, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Presentations

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Software Testing for Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Cucumber (Software), Postman API Platform, Software Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Test Tools, Selenium (Software), Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Acceptance Testing, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Test Automation, Usability Testing, Application Programming Interface (API), User Interface (UI), Test Case, API Design, Javascript

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Knowledge Accelerators

      Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Excel Formulas, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Workflow Management, Data Visualization Software, Customer Data Management, Automation, Data Management, Leadership Development

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Advanced Git and GitHub Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, CI/CD, GitHub, Version Control, Application Deployment, Jenkins, DevOps, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Continuous Delivery

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI in Action: From Theory to Real-World Impact

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Finance, Automation, Emerging Technologies, Case Studies, Analysis, Business Process Automation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Critical Thinking

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Improve Communication Processes Using Gmail

      Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Email Automation, Prioritization, Productivity Software, Workflow Management, Organizational Skills, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Synthflow for Beginners: Build a Voice AI Receptionist

      Skills you'll gain: Self Service Technologies, Automation, Setting Appointments, Generative AI Agents, AI Personalization, Calendar Management, Prompt Engineering, Customer Service, Virtual Environment, Customer Inquiries, Customer Communications Management, Scheduling, Greeting Customers, Systems Integration, System Configuration

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular automation courses

    • A Practical Introduction to Test-Driven Development: LearnQuest
    • The Bash Shell and Basic Scripting in Linux: Coursera Project Network
    • Artificial Intelligence in Government: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Use Power Automate & SharePoint to Automate Invoice Sending: Coursera Project Network
    • Key Industry 4.0 Technologies in Manufacturing - 1: Board Infinity
    • AI for Lawyers: Time and Tasks: University of Michigan
    • Software Testing for Developers: Codio
    • Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy: Knowledge Accelerators
    • Advanced Git and GitHub Practices: Packt
    • GenAI in Action: From Theory to Real-World Impact: Coursera Instructor Network

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