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      IBM

      AI Workflow: AI in Production

      Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Unit Testing, Containerization, Workflow Management, IBM Cloud, Machine Learning, Performance Analysis, Business Metrics, Natural Language Processing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Continuous Monitoring, Data Science, Python Programming, Design Thinking

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Object Localization with TensorFlow

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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      115 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Amazon Web Services

      Exploring Artificial Intelligence Use Cases and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Business Metrics, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Metric

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MongoDB Inc.

      MongoDB Aggregation Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, MongoDB, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, NoSQL, Data Migration, Database Systems, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Unstructured Data, Data Structures, Network Analysis, Machine Learning

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      The History of Rocket Science

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, World History, International Relations, European History, Political Sciences, Timelines, Innovation, Engineering Design Process

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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Databricks to Local LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Generative AI, Data Lakes, Extract, Transform, Load, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Transformation, Data Pipelines, Large Language Modeling, Apache Spark, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Ethics, Data Science, CI/CD, Machine Learning, Open Source Technology

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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Nanjing University

      计算机系统基础(一) :程序的表示、转换与链接

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Systems, Computer Architecture, System Programming, Computer Science, Programming Principles, System Design and Implementation, Data Storage, Secure Coding, Computer Hardware, Data Structures

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      宇宙之旅:展现生命 (Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life)

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Environment, Life Sciences, Storytelling, Culture, Liberal Arts, Anthropology, Social Sciences, Biology, Environmental Issue, Timelines, Human Development, General Science and Research, Systems Thinking, World History, Physical Science, Research, Physics, Scientific Methods

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Business, Politics, Policy, & Players of Space Programs

      Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Political Sciences, Entrepreneurship, International Relations, Governance, Higher Education, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Business, Commercialization, Budgeting, Innovation, Emerging Technologies

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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Essential Testing Techniques in Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Software Testing, Integration Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, System Testing, Acceptance Testing, Maintainability, Regression Testing, Test Planning, Software Quality Assurance, Unit Testing, Functional Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Foundations of Local Large Language models

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Large Language Modeling, Other Programming Languages, Data Ethics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Prompt Engineering, Statistical Programming, Risk Management Framework, Natural Language Processing, Performance Testing, Command-Line Interface, Rust (Programming Language)

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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Visualization for Data Analysis with Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Ethics, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Business Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Trend Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Scatter Plots, Geospatial Information and Technology, Root Cause Analysis

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • AI Workflow: AI in Production: IBM
    • Object Localization with TensorFlow: Coursera Project Network
    • Exploring Artificial Intelligence Use Cases and Applications: Amazon Web Services
    • MongoDB Aggregation Framework: MongoDB Inc.
    • The History of Rocket Science: University of Michigan
    • Databricks to Local LLMs: Duke University
    • 计算机系统基础(一) :程序的表示、转换与链接: Nanjing University
    • 宇宙之旅:展现生命 (Journey of the Universe: The Unfolding of Life): Yale University
    • The Business, Politics, Policy, & Players of Space Programs: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Essential Testing Techniques in Software Development: Board Infinity

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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