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Parallel Programming Courses

Parallel programming courses can help you learn multithreading, synchronization, and performance optimization techniques. You can build skills in designing algorithms that efficiently utilize multiple processors and managing shared resources. Many courses introduce tools like OpenMP, MPI, and CUDA, that support implementing parallel computing solutions in various applications, from scientific simulations to data processing tasks.


Popular Parallel Programming Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Computer Programming, Program Development, Programming Principles, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    457 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    U

    University of Michigan

    Inferential Statistical Analysis with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Jupyter, Python Programming, Matplotlib, NumPy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    930 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of Michigan

    The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    560 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Fractal Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Database Design, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Human Centered Design, Storyboarding, SQL, Applied Machine Learning, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Problem Solving, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    496 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals DP-900 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Power BI, Databricks, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Database Systems, Databases, Cloud Services, Data Architecture, NoSQL, Database Administration, Relational Databases, MySQL, Data Store, SQL, Cloud Storage, Database Management, Data Storage, Data Lakes

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    876 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    N

    National Taiwan University

    用 Python 做商管程式設計(一)(Programming for Business Computing in Python (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems, Information Management, Business Logic, Data Structures, Transportation Operations, Information Technology, Production Planning, Operations Management, Business Operations, Inventory Control, Logistics, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Decision Making, Software Installation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    898 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    V

    Vanderbilt University

    Android App Components - Services, Local IPC, and Content Providers

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Mobile Development, Software Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Java Programming, Data Sharing, Database Management, Service Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    411 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Michigan

    Building Web Applications in Django

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Object-Relational Mapping, Database Design, SQL, Model View Controller, Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Applications, Data Modeling, Application Security, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Design Patterns, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    784 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Numerical Methods for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Software, Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computational Thinking, Estimation, Integral Calculus, Scripting, Simulations, Calculus, Scientific Visualization, Programming Principles, Plot (Graphics), Algorithms

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    400 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    E

    Edge Impulse

    Introduction to Embedded Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Data Processing, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Computer Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    743 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of California, Irvine

    iOS Development for Creative Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Objective-C (Programming Language), iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Apple iOS, Video Game Development, Game Design, Model View Controller, JSON, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, OAuth, Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, Animation and Game Design, Apple Xcode, Human Computer Interaction, UI/UX Strategy

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    710 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Algorithms, Data Collection, and Starting to Code

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Storage, Computer Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    377 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular parallel programming courses

  • Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch: Coursera
  • Inferential Statistical Analysis with Python: University of Michigan
  • The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics: University of Michigan
  • Fractal Data Science: Fractal Analytics
  • Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals DP-900 Exam Prep: Microsoft
  • 用 Python 做商管程式設計(一)(Programming for Business Computing in Python (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Android App Components - Services, Local IPC, and Content Providers: Vanderbilt University
  • Building Web Applications in Django: University of Michigan
  • Numerical Methods for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to Embedded Machine Learning: Edge Impulse

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