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      EDUCBA

      Spring Boot Web Development with Java

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Apache Maven, Spring Framework, Spring Boot, Model View Controller, Unit Testing, Microservices, Application Development, Redis, Restful API, YAML, Java, Java Programming, MongoDB, Application Deployment, Application Design, NoSQL, Ajax, Hibernate (Java), Software Testing

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Foundations for Data Analytics Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Correlation Analysis, Text Mining, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Network Analysis, Feature Engineering, Probability, Data Structures, Statistics, Data Visualization, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Become a VMware Technical Associate: Training Path

      Skills you'll gain: VMware ESX Servers, Software-Defined Networking, Data Centers, Cloud Management, Virtualization, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Virtual Machines, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Switches, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Network Architecture, IT Infrastructure, Performance Tuning, Network Infrastructure, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Infrastructure Architecture, Data Storage, Network Administration

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      REST API Automation With REST Assured - Zero To Hero

      Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Authentications, Test Case, Eclipse (Software), Verification And Validation, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Software Installation

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Unreal Engine: Master Advanced FX & Gameplay Design

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Assets, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Computer Graphic Techniques, UI Components, Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphics, Game Design, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI), Virtual Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, Motion Graphics, Interactive Design, Scripting, Simulations, Debugging

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Foundations of No-Code AI for Real-World Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, No-Code Development, Data Cleansing, Artificial Intelligence, Data Processing, Business Solutions, Machine Learning, Business Metrics, Data Storytelling, Usability, User Experience Design, Application Design, Generative AI, Business Analytics, Application Deployment, Scalability, Data Validation, Dashboard, Compliance Management, Automation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      XHTML - Styling with CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Typography, HTML and CSS, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Web Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Semantic Web

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      程序设计与算法

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Graph Theory, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, C (Programming Language), Computer Science, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Data Storage, Query Languages, Computer Architecture, Web Analytics and SEO, Information Architecture, Computational Thinking, Database Systems, Performance Tuning

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      Simplilearn

      Introduction to CNN Training

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Python Programming

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google AR & VR

      Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore

      Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Application Design, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Mobile Development, User Experience, Computer Vision, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Flows

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universitat Politècnica de València

      Introduction to interdisciplinary sustainable architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Architecture, Systems Thinking, Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Systems, Architectural Design, Sustainable Design, Building Design, Architecture and Construction, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Sustainable Development, Environmental Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Environment and Resource Management, Materials science, Thermal Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Generative AI in Software Testing Training

      Skills you'll gain: Test Tools, Acceptance Testing, Software Testing, Test Automation, Test Planning, Software Quality Assurance, Generative AI, Test Data, Scenario Testing, Test Case, Requirements Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • Spring Boot Web Development with Java: EDUCBA
    • Foundations for Data Analytics Part 2: Northeastern University
    • Become a VMware Technical Associate: Training Path: Board Infinity
    • REST API Automation With REST Assured - Zero To Hero: Packt
    • Unreal Engine: Master Advanced FX & Gameplay Design: EDUCBA
    • Foundations of No-Code AI for Real-World Applications: LearnQuest
    • XHTML - Styling with CSS: EDUCBA
    • 程序设计与算法: Peking University
    • Introduction to CNN Training: Simplilearn
    • Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore: Google AR & VR

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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