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Guided Projects Courses

Guided Projects can help you learn practical skills like data visualization, web development, and basic programming. You can build competencies in project planning, problem-solving, and using version control systems effectively. Many projects incorporate tools such as Python, R, and Tableau, allowing you to apply your skills in real-world contexts while creating tangible outcomes. You'll also explore topics like database management, user interface design, and automation, which are crucial for enhancing your technical expertise.

Popular Guided Projects Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Understanding Smart Objects in Adobe Photoshop

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Editing, Data Import/Export, Image Quality, Embeddings, Graphic Design, File Management

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Data Science Coding Challenge: Loan Default Prediction

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Model Training, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Data Science, Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Data Analysis, Python Programming

    ★ 4.7 (112) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Launch an auto-scaling AWS EC2 virtual machine

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Verification And Validation, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment

    ★ 4.6 (57) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    AWS Cloudfront: Serve content from multiple S3 buckets

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Hosting, Distributed Computing, Control Panels, System Configuration

    ★ 4.7 (86) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Assimilating into Your New Job

    Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Employee Onboarding, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Strategic Planning, Planning, Teamwork, Goal Setting, Expectation Management, Contingency Planning, Professionalism, Adaptability, Communication, Business Writing

    ★ 4.6 (62) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Analyze Box Office Data with Seaborn and Python

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Seaborn, Plotly, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Jupyter, Computing Platforms

    ★ 4.5 (182) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    IBM Systems Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Process Modeling, Process Mapping, Business Process Modeling, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Storytelling, Business Analysis Tools, Business Process Improvement, Feasibility Studies, Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Process Optimization, Requirements Management, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Design, Communication Planning, Test Planning, Information Technology, Database Management, Agile Methodology

    ★ 4.7 (4.9K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job Skills
    Job Skills
  • C

    Coursera

    Scikit-Learn to Solve Regression Machine Learning Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Python Programming, Classification Algorithms, Model Training, Machine Learning, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (11) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Data Visualization in Tableau: Create Dashboards and Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis

    ★ 4.5 (51) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Improve Business Performance with Microsoft Forms

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Employee Engagement, User Feedback, Performance Measurement, Microsoft 365, Performance Analysis, Business Research, Customer experience improvement, Customer Insights, Analysis, Customer Analysis, Market Research, User Research, Business Strategy

    ★ 4.4 (24) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Adobe

    Generative AI in Adobe Creative Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Express, Adobe Photoshop, Typography, Responsible AI, AI powered creativity, Color Theory, Generative AI, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Photography, Visual Storytelling, Data Ethics, Design, Creative Design, Digital Design, Branding, Storytelling

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Learn Angular Routing by building a Cocktails Application

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Authorization (Computing), JavaScript Frameworks, Application Programming Interface (API), TypeScript, Javascript, Web Development

    ★ 4.7 (18) · Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Guided Projects courses

  • Understanding Smart Objects in Adobe Photoshop: Coursera
  • Data Science Coding Challenge: Loan Default Prediction: Coursera
  • Launch an auto-scaling AWS EC2 virtual machine: Coursera
  • AWS Cloudfront: Serve content from multiple S3 buckets: Coursera
  • Assimilating into Your New Job: Coursera
  • Analyze Box Office Data with Seaborn and Python: Coursera
  • IBM Systems Analyst: IBM
  • Scikit-Learn to Solve Regression Machine Learning Problems: Coursera
  • Data Visualization in Tableau: Create Dashboards and Stories: Coursera
  • Improve Business Performance with Microsoft Forms: Coursera

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