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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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    Packt

    Kubernetes for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, YAML, Docker (Software), Application Deployment, Containerization, Node.JS, Development Environment, Cloud Computing Architecture, Servers, Command-Line Interface, Scalability, System Monitoring

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Beer Quality

    Skills you'll gain: ISO 9000 Series, Food Quality Assurance And Control, Food and Beverage, Production Process, Quality Assurance and Control, Quality Assessment, Quality Management, Hazard Analysis, Standard Operating Procedure, Statistical Process Controls, Water Quality, Microbiology, Chemistry, Process Control, Cost Control, Laboratory Testing, Manufacturing Processes, Descriptive Statistics, Analytical Chemistry, Product Testing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Linux: I/O Redirection for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Linux, Scripting, File I/O

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    77 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Cloud Architecture and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Incident Response, Cloud Infrastructure, Capacity Management, Application Security, Security Controls, Network Security, Hardening, Scalability, Emerging Technologies, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Deep Learning for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Health Informatics, Autoencoders, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Image Analysis, Embeddings, Health Information Management, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Health Care, Model Deployment, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Artificial Neural Networks, Healthcare Project Management, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Methods, Graph Theory, Big Data

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    I

    Illinois Tech

    Cloud: Infrastructure as a Service - Bachelor's

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Deployment, Disaster Recovery, Virtual Networking, DevOps, Virtualization, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Storage, Cloud Security, CI/CD, Business Continuity, Cost Management, Scalability

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Field BIM

    Skills you'll gain: Building Information Modeling, Construction Management, Construction, Construction Engineering, Autodesk Revit, Commercial Construction, Construction Estimating, Emerging Technologies, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, As-Built Drawings, Facility Management, Cloud Computing, Cost Estimation, 3D Modeling, Document Management, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Internet Of Things, Digital Transformation, Coordination

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    A

    Accenture

    Understanding Technology and Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Excel, digital literacy, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Emerging Technologies, Data Collection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Digital Communications, Computer Programming, Productivity Software, Web Development, Information Technology, Business Technologies, Javascript, Python Programming, Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Computer Hardware

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM COBOL Software Development Process

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, z/OS, COBOL (Programming Language), Unit Testing, Systems Analysis, Systems Development, Pseudocode, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Software Design, Systems Architecture, Mainframe Computing, Programming Principles, Scrum (Software Development), Software Testing

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    How to Modernize applications with IBM CICS

    Skills you'll gain: Transaction Processing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, COBOL (Programming Language), Mainframe Technologies, Mainframe Computing, IBM Cloud, Cloud Applications, Enterprise Application Management, Application Servers, Application Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Middleware, Business Logic

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Node.js & MongoDB: Developing Back-end Database Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Restful API, Database Design, Database Application, Databases, NoSQL, MongoDB, Back-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, API Design, Cloud Applications, Authentications, Server Side, Middleware, Scalability, Application Deployment, Web Applications, Web Development, Debugging, Javascript

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Duke University

    Advanced Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Analysis, Apache Airflow, Workflow Management, Vector Databases, Scalability, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Data Pipelines, Data Architecture, Real Time Data, MySQL, Complex Problem Solving, Data Import/Export, Data Transformation, Graph Theory

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Kubernetes for Beginners: Packt
  • Beer Quality: University of California, Davis
  • Linux: I/O Redirection for DevOps: Coursera
  • Cloud Architecture and Security: Packt
  • Deep Learning for Healthcare: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Cloud: Infrastructure as a Service - Bachelor's: Illinois Tech
  • Field BIM: L&T EduTech
  • Understanding Technology and Data: Accenture
  • IBM COBOL Software Development Process: IBM
  • How to Modernize applications with IBM CICS: IBM

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