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      Microsoft

      Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Anomaly Detection, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Large Language Modeling, Predictive Modeling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      902 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Salesforce

      Groundwork for Success in Sales Development

      Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Sales Development, Professional Development, Goal Setting, Prioritization, Professionalism, Collaboration, Personal Development, Teamwork, Sales, Performance Metric, Constructive Feedback, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Accountability

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      455 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Graph Analytics for Big Data

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Database Design, Big Data, Network Analysis, Analytics, Data Management, Query Languages, Computing Platforms, Scalability, Unsupervised Learning, Distributed Computing, Algorithms

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, LLM Application, Tool Calling, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, Application Development, Prototyping, Software Documentation, File Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      252 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Columbia University

      The Age of Sustainable Development

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Socioeconomics, Community Development, Human Development, Environmental Science, Economics, Environmental Policy, Health Systems, Food Services, World History

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Human Neuroanatomy

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Neurology, Physiology, Medical Terminology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      990 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Linux Foundation

      Linux for Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface, File Systems, Unix Commands, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, User Accounts, Operating System Administration, System Configuration, System Monitoring, Operating Systems, Network Monitoring, Graphical Tools

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Professional Resume using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Graphic Design, Keyword Research, Personal Development, Detail Oriented

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      893 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IE Business School

      Understanding economic policymaking

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Public Policies, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Tax, International Finance, Policy Analysis, Crisis Management, Fiscal Management, Financial Systems, Supply And Demand, Financial Market

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Graph Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Combinatorics, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Network Routing, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      America's Written Constitution

      Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Case Law, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Social Studies, Civil Law, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies, Governance, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      461 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Claves para la igualdad de género

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Awareness, Culture, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cultural Responsiveness, Conflict Management, Advocacy, Cultural Sensitivity, Family Therapy, Community and Social Work, Safety and Security, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      894 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
    • Groundwork for Success in Sales Development: Salesforce
    • Graph Analytics for Big Data: University of California San Diego
    • AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • The Age of Sustainable Development: Columbia University
    • Anatomy: Human Neuroanatomy: University of Michigan
    • Linux for Developers: The Linux Foundation
    • Build a Professional Resume using Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Understanding economic policymaking: IE Business School
    • Introduction to Graph Theory: University of California San Diego

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