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[Featured image] Students learn big data concepts in a classroom.

What Is Big Data? A Layperson's Guide

Big data is the vast amount of data that can be studied to show patterns, trends, and associations. Explore the basics of big data, how it's used, the industries that use it most, and how you can pursue a career in big data.

March 30, 2021

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[Featured image] A software developer coding in Python on her laptop.

What Is Python Used For? A Beginner’s Guide

Python is one of the most widely used programming languages. Learn more about how its used for everything from machine learning to building websites and software testing.

March 30, 2021

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[Featured Image] An Agile coach presents a graph to a team.

What Is Agile? An Iterative Approach to Project Management

Agile is a popular approach to project management that grew out of unique software development needs of the early aughts.

March 30, 2021

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[Featured image] An MBA student attends a lecture on their laptop computer, sitting at a table next to a window.

Is an Online MBA Worth It? The Return on Your Investment

Online MBAs can be worth it if you're prioritizing cost and flexibility and are ready to embrace online interaction with your peers and professors.

March 30, 2021

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[Featured image] A social media manager sits at a desk with a desktop computer.

How to Become a Social Media Manager: Key Skills, Tasks, and More

Learn more about what it takes to succeed as a social media manager and the skills you'll need to become one.

March 30, 2021

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[Featured image] A project manager is discussing the life cycle of a project with a coworker.

10 PMI Certifications to Level Up Your Project Management Career in 2026

From the associate level CAPM to the portfolio management credential PfMP, the Project Management Institute (PMI) offers several certifications for project managers at different stages of their careers.

March 30, 2021

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