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    Master optimization techniques for improving system performance. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and heuristic methods.

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Derivatives: a guide to calculation

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Calculus, Derivatives, Mathematical Software, AI Personalization, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematics Education, Machine Learning Algorithms, Geometry, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Graphing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      YARN MapReduce Architecture and Advanced Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Big Data, Software Architecture, Scalability, Java, System Configuration

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Flick Social for Beginners: Accelerating Social Media Output

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Instagram, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Keyword Research, Content Creation, Scheduling, Target Market, Driving engagement, User Accounts

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      Cohere - An Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Performance Tuning, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Systems Integration, Internet Of Things, Analysis, Big Data, Scalability, Analytics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      Prescriptive Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Analytics, Business Analytics, Process Optimization, Digital Transformation, Predictive Analytics, Operational Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Mathematics, Data Science, Process Analysis, Feature Engineering, Complex Problem Solving, Logistics, Python Programming, Decision Making, Mathematical Software, Cloud Computing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      SD-WAN: Optimizing Network Performance & Security

      Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, Wide Area Networks, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Network Performance Management, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Network Routing, Encryption, Real Time Data

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Cross Platform Mobile Development with React Native

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, Development Environment, User Interface (UI), Performance Tuning, Apple Xcode, Android Studio, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Management, Data Storage, Javascript, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      LLM Engineering with RAG: Optimizing AI Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, LangChain, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI, Scalability, Generative AI, Application Deployment, Data Integration, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Tuning, Data Science, Machine Learning, API Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Product Marketers: Data-Driven Campaigns

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Marketing Analytics, A/B Testing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Effectiveness, Product Marketing, Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Performance Measurement, Generative AI, Target Audience, Google Ads, Predictive Analytics, ChatGPT, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Automation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Onboarding: Automating Employee Journeys

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Automation, Employee Onboarding, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Generative AI Agents, User Feedback, Document Management, ChatGPT, Employee Engagement, Data Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Java Multithreading and Parallel Programming Masterclass

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Performance Tuning, Spring Framework, Application Performance Management, Algorithms, JUnit, OS Process Management, Programming Principles, Distributed Computing, Spring Boot, Computer Architecture, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      ThoughtSpot-Based BI Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, Predictive Analytics, Business Intelligence Software, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Business Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Analytics, Trend Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting, Stakeholder Communications, Real Time Data, Business Reporting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular optimization courses

    • Derivatives: a guide to calculation: Politecnico di Milano
    • YARN MapReduce Architecture and Advanced Programming: Johns Hopkins University
    • Flick Social for Beginners: Accelerating Social Media Output: Coursera Project Network
    • Cohere - An Introduction: Board Infinity
    • Prescriptive Analytics: Dartmouth College
    • SD-WAN: Optimizing Network Performance & Security: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Cross Platform Mobile Development with React Native: Board Infinity
    • LLM Engineering with RAG: Optimizing AI Solutions: Coursera Instructor Network
    • GenAI for Product Marketers: Data-Driven Campaigns: Coursera Instructor Network
    • GenAI for Onboarding: Automating Employee Journeys: Coursera Instructor Network

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