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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Python Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Functional Design, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Data Science, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Engineering

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Analyzing and Visualizing Data in Looker

      Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Sharing, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      367 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator

      Skills you'll gain: Program Development, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Development Environment, Software Development, Computer Science

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Alberta

      Sample-based Learning Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Simulations, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Probability Distribution

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      The Fundamentals of Computing Capstone Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Debugging, Algorithms, Python Programming

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      115 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Mastering the Software Engineering Interview

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Technical Communication, Willingness To Learn, Adaptability, Algorithms, Overcoming Obstacles, Software Engineering, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Complex Problem Solving

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      555 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Columbia University

      Causal Inference

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Experimentation, Data Collection, Probability & Statistics, Research Design, Program Evaluation

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      Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      COVID19 Data Analysis Using Python

      Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Seaborn, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Integration, Statistics, Infectious Diseases, Python Programming

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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modeling and Predicting Climate Anomalies

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization, Environmental Policy, Data Science, Energy and Utilities, Data Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Climate Change Mitigation, NumPy, Environment, Public Policies

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

      Princípios de Desenvolvimento Ágil de Software

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Backlogs, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Test Driven Development (TDD), Requirements Analysis, Sprint Planning, Unified Modeling Language, Software Development Methodologies, Software Engineering, Software Development

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Glasgow

      6G Deployment: Testbeds, Antenna Systems & Digital Twins

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Internet Of Things, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Telecommunications, Network Architecture, Software-Defined Networking, Zero Trust Network Access, Interoperability, Electronics Engineering, Network Planning And Design, Distributed Computing, Development Testing, Electrical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Information Technology, Machine Learning, Trustworthiness

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Project Management & Other Tools for Career Development

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Project Performance, Business Correspondence, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Concision, Project Risk Management, Editing, Decision Making, Project Controls, Change Control, Grammar, Project Management, Risk Management, Emotional Intelligence, Relationship Building, Communication

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

    • Introduction to Python Functions: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Analyzing and Visualizing Data in Looker: Google Cloud
    • Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator: Coursera Project Network
    • Sample-based Learning Methods: University of Alberta
    • The Fundamentals of Computing Capstone Exam: Rice University
    • Mastering the Software Engineering Interview: University of California San Diego
    • Causal Inference: Columbia University
    • COVID19 Data Analysis Using Python: Coursera Project Network
    • Modeling and Predicting Climate Anomalies: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Princípios de Desenvolvimento Ágil de Software: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

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