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Distributed Systems Courses

Distributed systems courses can help you learn about network protocols, data consistency models, fault tolerance, and scalability challenges. You can build skills in designing distributed algorithms, managing resource allocation, and ensuring data integrity across nodes. Many courses introduce tools like Apache Kafka, Kubernetes, and Docker, that support deploying and managing distributed applications.


Popular Distributed Systems Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Global Health

    Skills you'll gain: Maternal Health, Advocacy, Training Programs, Health Systems, Health Policy, Primary Care, Education and Training, Community Health, Smart Goals, Intercultural Competence, Sanitation, Crisis Intervention, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Promotion, Community Development, Behavioral Health, Public Health, Healthcare Ethics, Health Equity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy

    Skills you'll gain: Research, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Biology, Systems Thinking, Life Sciences, Psychology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    IS/IT Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Technology Strategies, Change Management, Information Technology, Governance, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, System Implementation, Resource Allocation, Return On Investment, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Risk Management, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Malware Protection, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Network Infrastructure, Infrastructure Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Protocols, Load Balancing, Firewall, Vulnerability Assessments, General Networking, Authorization (Computing), Web Applications, Authentications

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    TensorFlow: Data and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Federated Learning, Extract, Transform, Load, Image Analysis, Tensorflow, Data Preprocessing, Data Pipelines, Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, iOS Development, Android Development, Computer Vision, Swift Programming, Data Processing, Model Evaluation, Mobile Development, JSON, Feature Engineering, Javascript, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Emerging Technologies, Electronic Hardware, Embedded Systems, Information Technology Architecture, Software Architecture, Computing Platforms, Computer Programming Tools, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    AI Fundamentals for Non-Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Data Management, Big Data, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Preprocessing, Marketing Strategies, Information Privacy, Autoencoders, Model Evaluation, No-Code Development, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Neural Networks

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    DevOps Culture and Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: DevOps, CI/CD, Process Mapping, Culture Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Lean Methodologies, Risk Management, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Organizational Structure, Kanban Principles, Operational Efficiency, User Feedback, Systems Thinking

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Vibrations, Engineering, Physics, Calculus, Mathematical Modeling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Sensors and Sensor Circuit Design

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Electronic Components, Thermal Management, Design Specifications, Debugging, Schematic Diagrams, Engineering Calculations, Development Environment

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    EMT Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Emergency Medical Services, Patient Evaluation, Medical History Documentation, Patient Communication, Medical Terminology, Health Assessment, Basic Patient Care, Clinical Assessment, Emergency Medicine, Patient Positioning, Occupational Health, Anatomy, Health Systems, Technical Communication, Personal protective equipment, Stress Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Development of Real-Time Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), System Design and Implementation, OS Process Management, System Requirements, Computer Architecture, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations of Global Health: Johns Hopkins University
  • Philosophy, Science and Religion: Science and Philosophy: The University of Edinburgh
  • IS/IT Governance: University of Minnesota
  • Network Security: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • TensorFlow: Data and Deployment: DeepLearning.AI
  • Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
  • AI Fundamentals for Non-Data Scientists: University of Pennsylvania
  • DevOps Culture and Mindset: University of California, Davis
  • Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Particles and Bodies in 2D Motion: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Sensors and Sensor Circuit Design: University of Colorado Boulder

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