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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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    The Linux Foundation

    Using Git for Distributed Development

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Open Source Technology, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning, Development Environment, Linux

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Parallel programming

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, Algorithms, Functional Design, Scalability, Java Programming, Performance Tuning

    4.4
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computing, Ethics, and Society Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Security Awareness, Computer Security Awareness Training, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Cloud Virtualization, Containers and APIs

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Platforms, Microservices, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Kubernetes, Continuous Delivery, Containerization, Amazon Web Services, Serverless Computing, Virtual Machines, Performance Testing, System Monitoring, Flask (Web Framework)

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    133 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Introduction to PySpark

    Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Apache Spark, Data Management, Distributed Computing, Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Python Programming, Scalability

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Functional Programming with Java and Threads

    Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Open Source Technology, Programming Principles, Scalability, Functional Design

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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to Computing Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Computational Logic, Hardware Design, Computer Hardware, Programming Principles, Digital Signal Processing, Debugging

    4.3
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Cloud Computing Security

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Load Balancing, User Accounts, Apache, Web Servers, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Linux, Debugging, Network Routing

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    132 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Public Cloud, Software As A Service, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Management, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Private Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtualization

    3.6
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    42 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apache Spark: Apply & Evaluate Big Data Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Data Persistence, Big Data, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Data Import/Export, JSON, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to Enterprise Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, z/OS, Virtualization, IBM Cloud, Virtual Machines, Infrastructure Architecture, Computer Architecture, Enterprise Security, Computer Systems, Computer Hardware, Cryptography, System Configuration, Process Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    OpenCL Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, C++ (Programming Language), System Programming, Computer Architecture, Cross Platform Development, Hardware Architecture, Application Development, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Using Git for Distributed Development: The Linux Foundation
  • Parallel programming: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Computing, Ethics, and Society Foundations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cloud Virtualization, Containers and APIs: Duke University
  • Introduction to PySpark: Edureka
  • Functional Programming with Java and Threads: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Computing Systems: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Cloud Computing Security: University of Colorado System
  • Fundamentals of Cloud Computing: LearnQuest
  • Apache Spark: Apply & Evaluate Big Data Workflows: EDUCBA

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