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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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Machine Learning Operations (MLOps): Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, DevOps, Continuous Deployment, CI/CD, Machine Learning, Automation, Data Pipelines, Version Control

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    472 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Foundations of Sports Analytics: Data, Representation, and Models in Sports

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Data Cleansing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Matplotlib, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Scatter Plots, Probability & Statistics, R Programming, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    197 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Embedded Systems using C

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Debugging, System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Data Structures, Peripheral Devices

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    84 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Development Environment, Javascript, Program Development, Computer Graphics, Computer Programming, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Human Computer Interaction, Data Management, Animations

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    OpenAI GPTs: Creating Your Own Custom AI Assistants

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Personalized Service, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Expense Management, Productivity Software, Verification And Validation, Travel Arrangements, Expense Reports, Test Case, Scenario Testing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    606 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    The Full Stack

    Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Django (Web Framework), Scalability, Responsive Web Design, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, MySQL, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cloud Computing, Application Programming Interface (API), Virtual Environment, Javascript

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    223 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en C++)

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Software Design Patterns, Programming Principles, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    330 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Florida

    Agroforestry

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Environment and Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Water Sustainability, Sustainability Standards, Climate Change Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Plant Operations and Management, Sustainable Systems, Environment, Water Resources, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Taxonomy, Spatial Analysis, Socioeconomics, Biology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    80 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Predictive Modeling and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Machine Learning Methods, Decision Tree Learning, Data Cleansing, Artificial Neural Networks

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    602 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Introduction to Mathematical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Calculus, Deductive Reasoning, Logical Reasoning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Sample-based Learning Methods: University of Alberta
  • Machine Learning Operations (MLOps): Getting Started: Google Cloud
  • Foundations of Sports Analytics: Data, Representation, and Models in Sports: University of Michigan
  • Embedded Systems using C: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Computer Programming : University of London
  • Introduction to Python Functions: University of Colorado Boulder
  • OpenAI GPTs: Creating Your Own Custom AI Assistants: Vanderbilt University
  • The Full Stack: Meta
  • Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en C++): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Agroforestry: University of Florida

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