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    Imperial College London

    Probabilistic Deep Learning with TensorFlow 2

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Probability & Statistics, Dimensionality Reduction

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    AI and Machine Learning Algorithms and Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Reinforcement Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Feature Engineering, Unstructured Data, Dimensionality Reduction, Performance Metric

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Generative Model Architectures

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    34 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Learning, Education Software and Technology, Design Strategies, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Interactive Design, Research, Experimentation, User Feedback, Scientific Visualization, Chemistry, User Experience Design, Display Devices, Physics, Biology

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Caltech

    Getting started in cryo-EM

    Skills you'll gain: Specimen Preparation, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Specimen Processing, Cell Biology, Anatomy, Laboratory Techniques, Specimen Collection, Scientific Visualization, 3D Modeling

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Giving 2.0: The MOOC

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Resource Utilization, Community Development, Program Evaluation, Lifelong Learning, Strategic Decision-Making, Professional Networking, Social Media, Planning, Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    200 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Completing the Accounting Cycle

    Skills you'll gain: Month End Closing, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Accounting Records

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    135 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción al mercado

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Market Research, Target Market, Marketing Strategies, Go To Market Strategy, Business Analytics, Product Promotion, Market Analysis, Product Development, Consumer Behaviour, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Budgeting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    260 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tel Aviv University

    The Fall and Rise of Jerusalem

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Timelines, Governance, Research Methodologies, Cultural Diversity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Manchester

    Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Water Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Socioeconomics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Economic Development, Public Health, Economics, Supply And Demand, Cost Estimation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Bases de Inteligencia Artificial para Todos

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Dashboard, IBM Cloud, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Image Analysis, Cloud Computing, Application Development, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Workflow Analysis, Data Manipulation, No-Code Development, ChatGPT, Artificial Neural Networks, Self Service Technologies, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Structures, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), WordPress

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

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    The Fundamental of Data-Driven Investment

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Performance Analysis, R Programming, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Statistical Programming, Equities, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular operations research courses

  • Probabilistic Deep Learning with TensorFlow 2: Imperial College London
  • AI and Machine Learning Algorithms and Techniques: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Deep Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Aprendizaje Activo STEM con Simulaciones Interactivas PhET: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Getting started in cryo-EM: Caltech
  • Giving 2.0: The MOOC: Stanford University
  • Completing the Accounting Cycle: University of California, Irvine
  • Introducción al mercado: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The Fall and Rise of Jerusalem: Tel Aviv University
  • Water Supply and Sanitation Policy in Developing Countries Part 1: Understanding Complex Problems: University of Manchester

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