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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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    DeepLearning.AI

    How Diffusion Models Work

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Jupyter, Sampling (Statistics), Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    277 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Unsupervised Learning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    124 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Growth Mindedness, digital literacy, Willingness To Learn, Critical Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Professional Development, Data Ethics, Computer Literacy, Safety and Security, Creativity, Technology Strategies, Problem Solving, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Collaboration, Communication

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    443 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Digital Thread: Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Process Design, Product Design, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Industrial Engineering, Internet Of Things, Computer-Aided Design, Technology Roadmaps, Enterprise Resource Planning, Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Technologies, Cloud Computing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    475 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Free
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    Stanford University

    Giving 2.0: The MOOC

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Resource Utilization, Social Impact, Community Development, Program Evaluation, Lifelong Learning, Collaboration, Strategic Decision-Making, Professional Networking, Social Media, Research

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    206 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Ingesting HL7v2 Data with the Healthcare API

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Data Store, Cloud API, Health Information Management, Health Informatics, Application Programming Interface (API), Health Care, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Computing, Health Technology

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Data Processing with Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Data Processing, Analytics, Data Pipelines, Databricks, Apache Spark, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Real Time Data, Data Transformation, Scheduling, Data Storage

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Inove na gestão de equipes e negócios: O crescimento da empresa

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Team Management, Product Development, Decision Making, Agile Product Development, Business Process, Operational Analysis, Strategic Prioritization, Leadership, Business Strategy, Culture Transformation, Prioritization, Scalability, Employee Engagement

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    266 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Implement Platform Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, Kubernetes, Network Security, Security Engineering, Firewall, Endpoint Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Strategy, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Virtual Machines, Containerization, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Deployment, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Encryption, Virtual Networking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Google Sheets: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Data Sharing, Collaborative Software, Spreadsheet Software, Gmail, Cloud Computing, Communication

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    Rating, 3 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Programming with Cloud IoT Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Cloud Platforms, IBM Cloud, Application Development, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Emerging Technologies, Network Protocols, Data Analysis

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    323 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Ggplot2, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Surveys, Data Ethics, R (Software), Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Public Policies, Data Visualization Software, Case Studies, Political Sciences

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    91 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • How Diffusion Models Work: DeepLearning.AI
  • AI Essentials : Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Exploring Emerging Technologies for Lifelong Learning and Success: The State University of New York
  • Digital Thread: Implementation: University at Buffalo
  • Giving 2.0: The MOOC: Stanford University
  • Ingesting HL7v2 Data with the Healthcare API: Google Cloud
  • Data Processing with Azure: LearnQuest
  • Inove na gestão de equipes e negócios: O crescimento da empresa: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Implement Platform Protection: Microsoft
  • Google Sheets: Getting Started: Google Cloud

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