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      Whizlabs

      Automation with Ansible

      Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Devops Tools, Automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), DevOps, YAML, Linux, Virtual Machines, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Infrastructure, Encryption, System Configuration

      3.2
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Assessment for Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Data Quality, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, IBM Cognos Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Analytics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      307 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Fundamentals of Immunology: Complement, MHC I and II, T Cells, and Cytokines

      Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biology, Biochemistry, Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Laboratory Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      495 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things V2: Setting up and Using Cloud Services

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Software Installation, Embedded Systems, Linux, Command-Line Interface

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Analysis, Big Data, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      510 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Operating Systems, Network Troubleshooting, Command-Line Interface, System Support, Computer Hardware, Mobile Security, Microsoft Windows, Networking Hardware, Unix Commands, Technical Support, Mac OS, Linux, System Configuration, Virtual Machines, Network Administration, Cloud Hosting, Network Security, Help Desk Support

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      235 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The George Washington University

      Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Experience, Patient Education And Counseling, Virtual Environment, Medical Equipment and Technology, Nursing, Health Technology, Business Planning, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Technical Communication, System Implementation, Education Software and Technology

      4.8
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Novartis

      Introduction to Good Clinical Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Patient Education And Counseling, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Regulatory Compliance, Medical Privacy, Risk Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      410 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Berklee

      Guitar Scales and Chord Progressions

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      390 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Payroll and Tax Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Payroll Tax, Labor Law, Tax Preparation, Labor Compliance, Income Tax, Compensation and Benefits, Tax Compliance, Employee Onboarding

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      141 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Algebra and Differential Calculus for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Calculus, Graphing, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Derivatives, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      254 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      Cyber Security – Technology and Governance

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Linux, Network Security, Cyber Governance, OSI Models, Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Management, TCP/IP, Computer Systems, Threat Modeling, Command-Line Interface, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Computer Architecture, Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular linux basics courses

    • Automation with Ansible: Whizlabs
    • Assessment for Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations: IBM
    • Fundamentals of Immunology: Complement, MHC I and II, T Cells, and Cytokines: Rice University
    • Internet of Things V2: Setting up and Using Cloud Services: University of California San Diego
    • Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification: IBM
    • Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions: The George Washington University
    • Introduction to Good Clinical Practice: Novartis
    • Guitar Scales and Chord Progressions: Berklee
    • Payroll and Tax Fundamentals: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

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