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      Columbia University

      First Principles of Computer Vision

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Quality, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Photography, Virtual Reality, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Medical Imaging, Artificial Neural Networks, Unsupervised Learning, Graph Theory, Dimensionality Reduction, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Color Theory, Algorithms, Automation Engineering, Electronic Components

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Enterprise System Management and Security

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Security, OSI Models, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Operating System Administration, Network Security, Information Technology, Information Systems Security, Enterprise Security, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Computer Networking, Virtual Machines, Enterprise Architecture

      4.7
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      632 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Relational Database Administration (DBA)

      Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Relational Databases, Operational Databases, Database Systems, IBM DB2, MySQL, Performance Tuning, PostgreSQL, Disaster Recovery, Data Storage Technologies, Database Design, System Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), User Accounts, Encryption

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      249 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Staff Management, Strategic Thinking, Teamwork, Collaboration, Leadership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      705 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Systems, Cash Flows, Business Metrics, Logistics Management, Inventory Management System, Working Capital, Project Implementation, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Emerging Technologies

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      466 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Management, Unix, File Systems

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      675 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Blueprint to Brilliance Through Interior Design

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Design, Design, Design Strategies, Research and Design, Design Elements And Principles, Innovation, Creativity, Systems Of Measurement, Aesthetics, Spatial Analysis, Project Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      146 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      167 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Algorithms, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      651 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

      AI Foundations for Business Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Agentic systems, Responsible AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Ethics, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Compliance Management, AI Product Strategy, Data Governance, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Large Language Modeling, Business Ethics, Risk Management, Machine Learning, Project Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Statistical Molecular Thermodynamics

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, Chemistry, Engineering Calculations, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Mathematical Modeling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      363 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Introduction to Basic Vibrations

      Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Control Systems, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      520 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • First Principles of Computer Vision: Columbia University
    • Enterprise System Management and Security : University of Colorado System
    • Relational Database Administration (DBA): IBM
    • Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Supply Chain Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting: Coursera Project Network
    • Blueprint to Brilliance Through Interior Design: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Intro to Operating Systems 1: Virtualization: Codio
    • Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System: Duke University
    • AI Foundations for Business Professionals: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

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