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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Cómo hacer una tesis

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Research, Case Studies, Academic Advising, Qualitative Research, Style Guides, Timelines, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Glossary in Microsoft Word 365

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Documentation, Technical Writing, Document Management, Technical Communication, Writing, Microsoft Office, Editing, Business Writing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Macquarie University

      Habilidades de Excel para el negocio: Conceptos básicos

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Management, Data Entry, Productivity Software, File Management, Writing, Editing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      893 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Operating Systems and You: Becoming a Power User

      Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Linux, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, Linux Administration, Remote Access Systems, System Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, User Accounts, Systems Administration, Windows PowerShell, Technical Support and Services, File Management, Virtualization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      29K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Soporte de Tecnologías de la Información de Google

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Security, IT Infrastructure, Operating System Administration, Network Security, Computer Networking, Desktop Support, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Remote Access Systems, Application Security, OSI Models, Package and Software Management, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, User Accounts, File Systems, TCP/IP, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      18K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Prompt Patterns, Generative Model Architectures, Responsible AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, AI Product Strategy, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Leadership and Management, LLM Application, Strategic Leadership, Risking, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Legal Risk, Business Development, Deep Learning, Content Creation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Tools for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Computer Programming Tools, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, GitHub, R (Software), Big Data, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Git (Version Control System), IBM Cloud, Development Environment, Other Programming Languages, Version Control, Query Languages, Python Programming, Open Source Technology

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      30K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Learn English: Advanced Grammar and Punctuation

      Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Grammar, Peer Review, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, English Language, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Designing Effective Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Scientific Methods, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Infographics, Storytelling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      128 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Corrección, estilo y variaciones de la lengua española

      Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Language Competency, Writing, Proofreading, Grammar, Vocabulary, Editing, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Style Guides

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Contabilidad para no contadores

      Skills you'll gain: Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Ledgers (Accounting), Financial Statements, Accounting, Financial Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Bookkeeping, Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Cash Flows

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Unreal Engine Blueprints – Visual Scripting for Games

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, User Interface (UI), Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, UI Components, Scripting, Performance Testing, System Testing, Programming Principles, Data Structures, No-Code Development, Virtual Environment, Scalability, Development Testing, Artificial Intelligence, Object Oriented Design, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Design, Prototyping

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular technical writing courses

    • Cómo hacer una tesis: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Create a Glossary in Microsoft Word 365: Coursera Project Network
    • Habilidades de Excel para el negocio: Conceptos básicos: Macquarie University
    • Operating Systems and You: Becoming a Power User: Google
    • Soporte de Tecnologías de la Información de Google: Google
    • Generative AI Fundamentals: IBM
    • Tools for Data Science: IBM
    • Learn English: Advanced Grammar and Punctuation: University of California, Irvine
    • Designing Effective Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Corrección, estilo y variaciones de la lengua española: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

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