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Distributed Computing Courses

Distributed computing courses can help you learn parallel processing, cloud architecture, data distribution techniques, and fault tolerance. You can build skills in optimizing resource allocation, ensuring data consistency, and managing large-scale applications. Many courses introduce tools like Apache Hadoop, Spark, and Kubernetes, that support implementing distributed systems and managing workloads effectively.


Popular Distributed Computing Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Visualization Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Ggplot2, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, R Programming, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Graphing

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Security, Amazon Web Services, Containerization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Forecast bikeshare demand using time series models in R

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, R (Software), Data Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Interactive Data Visualization, Tidyverse (R Package), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Rmarkdown, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Forecasting, Business Strategy, Demand Planning, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Starweaver

    How to Build an Entrepreneurial AI Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Market Opportunities, Scalability, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, ChatGPT, Business Process Automation, Business Analysis, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Cost Reduction, Generative AI, Innovation, Automation, Customer experience improvement

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Open Source Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, System Programming, Pseudocode, Program Development, Event-Driven Programming, Software Design, User Interface (UI), Data Structures

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM COBOL Data and File Management

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Job Control Language (JCL), IBM DB2, z/OS, Mainframe Computing, Relational Databases, File Management, Data Management, Databases, Database Management Systems, File Systems, Programming Principles, Command-Line Interface, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CertNexus

    Build Decision Trees, SVMs, and Artificial Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Convolutional Neural Networks, Random Forest Algorithm, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Decision Tree Learning, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Computer Vision, Classification Algorithms, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Data Publishing on BigQuery for Data Sharing Partners

    Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Identity and Access Management, Authorization (Computing), Data Access, Google Cloud Platform, User Accounts, Data Migration, Data Management, Cloud Computing

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Data Engineering: Pipelines, ETL, Hadoop

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Transformation, Apache Hive, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Strategic Decision-Making, Apache Spark, Data Integration, Data Processing, Data Management, Data Analysis, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Simplilearn

    AI ML with Deep Learning and Supervised Models

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Data Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Deployment, Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Tensorflow, Machine Learning Algorithms, Keras (Neural Network Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Analytics, Regression Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Gender Analytics Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Storytelling, Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Social Impact, Stakeholder Analysis, Innovation, Quantitative Research, Strategic Communication, Analytics, Diversity and Inclusion, Qualitative Research, Resource Allocation

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Digital Transformation with Google Cloud - Français

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Business Transformation, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Technology Strategies, Software As A Service, Cloud Security, Operating Expense, Capital Expenditure

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

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular distributed computing courses

  • Data Visualization Capstone: Johns Hopkins University
  • A+ Core 1 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 4: Pearson
  • Forecast bikeshare demand using time series models in R: Coursera
  • How to Build an Entrepreneurial AI Strategy : Starweaver
  • Introduction to Open Source Application Development: Illinois Tech
  • IBM COBOL Data and File Management: IBM
  • Build Decision Trees, SVMs, and Artificial Neural Networks: CertNexus
  • Data Publishing on BigQuery for Data Sharing Partners: Google Cloud
  • Data Engineering: Pipelines, ETL, Hadoop: Coursera
  • AI ML with Deep Learning and Supervised Models: Simplilearn

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