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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.


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Popular Parallel Programming Courses and Certifications


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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Introducción a la programación en Python I: Aprendiendo a programar con Python

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Python Programming, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Pair Programming with a Large Language Model

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Google Gemini, Test Case, Code Review, Software Documentation, Prompt Engineering, Debugging

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Master Kotlin Programming Fundamentals and OOP Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Debugging, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply C++ Programming Fundamentals for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Development Environment, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Computer Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Business Metrics for Data-Driven Companies

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Analytics, Business Process Improvement, Business Intelligence, Business Process, Tableau Software, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Web Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Transformation, E-Commerce, Financial Services, SQL, Decision Making

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Dart Programming Fundamentals for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Development Environment, Mobile Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Everyday Excel, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Data Visualization Software, Data Entry, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Data Import/Export, Problem Solving

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Performance Optimization and Scalability

    Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Microsoft Copilot, Application Design, Performance Testing, Systems Architecture, Application Performance Management, Distributed Computing, Database Management, Middleware, SQL

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    University of Michigan

    Python Functions, Files, and Dictionaries

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Functional Design, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Debugging

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Introdução à Ciência da Computação com Python Parte 1

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science, Python Programming, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Swift Programming Fundamentals & Intro to SwiftUI

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Application Deployment, Apple Xcode, Application Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Application Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Dart Programming from Fundamentals to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Application Design, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Design, Application Development, User Flows, Computer Programming, Software Architecture, Debugging, Development Environment, Mobile Development, Data Validation, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introducción a la programación en Python I: Aprendiendo a programar con Python: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Pair Programming with a Large Language Model: DeepLearning.AI
  • Master Kotlin Programming Fundamentals and OOP Concepts: EDUCBA
  • Apply C++ Programming Fundamentals for Beginners: EDUCBA
  • Business Metrics for Data-Driven Companies: Duke University
  • Apply Dart Programming Fundamentals for Beginners: EDUCBA
  • Everyday Excel, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Performance Optimization and Scalability: Microsoft
  • Python Functions, Files, and Dictionaries: University of Michigan
  • Introdução à Ciência da Computação com Python Parte 1: Universidade de São Paulo

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