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.

Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Project Management, Rapport Building, Case Studies, Technology Solutions, Project Implementation, Software As A Service, Systems Analysis, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Resource Planning, Consultative Approaches, Solution Architecture, Project Closure, Stakeholder Communications, Test Planning, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Technical Communication, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, LinkedIn
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

New York Institute of Finance
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Supply Chain Management, Transaction Processing, Supply Chain, Emerging Technologies, Business Technologies, Payment Processing, Distributed Computing, Data Sharing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Probability Distribution, R Programming, Regression Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Web Scraping, Python Programming, Jupyter, Image Analysis, Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Computer Vision, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Applied Machine Learning, Unstructured Data
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, PySpark, Data Import/Export, Apache Spark, Apache Kafka, Apache Hadoop, Dashboard, Cloud Services, Applied Machine Learning, Apache Hive, Application Programming Interface (API), Jupyter, Data Quality, Big Data, Data Transformation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Validation, Looker (Software), Scalability, SQL
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Scripting, Servers, Data Pipelines, Network Troubleshooting, System Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Systems Administration, Configuration Management, Microsoft Windows, Data Integrity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Information Technology, Technology Solutions, Technology Strategies, IT Infrastructure, Data Security, Information Systems, Mobile Security, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Business Transformation, Blockchain, Encryption, Wireless Networks, Virtualization, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Microsoft Azure, Data Lakes, Microsoft Power Platform, Azure Synapse Analytics, Data Pipelines, Analytics, Data Governance, Advanced Analytics, Data Security, Data Management, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Exploratory Data Analysis, Apache Spark, Application Deployment, SQL, Governance, Version Control
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Workflow Management, Collaboration, Scalability, Computer Graphic Techniques, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Presentations, Calendar Management, Spreadsheet Software, File Management, Excel Formulas, Email Security, Data Visualization, Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Data Validation, Document Management, Setting Appointments, Meeting Facilitation, Sales Presentations, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Version Control
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Generative AI Agents, Data Integration, Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Agentic systems, Business Transformation, Responsible AI, System Design and Implementation, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Solution Design, Cloud Computing, Deep Learning, Data Visualization, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Data Engineering, Anomaly Detection, Statistical Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, IT Security Architecture, Data Ethics, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Engineering, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Security Management, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Security, Security Awareness, Enterprise Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Incident Response
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks