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      Microsoft

      GitHub Copilot for Project Management

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Visual Studio, GitHub, Code Review, Integrated Development Environments, Program Development, Software Documentation, Maintainability, Computer Programming Tools, Test Automation, Web Development Tools, Software Technical Review, Technical Documentation, Test Case, Debugging, React.js

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      Gen AI in Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Generative AI, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Responsible AI, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Security, Artificial Intelligence, Anomaly Detection, Incident Response, Data Analysis

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Caltech

      Getting started in cryo-EM

      Skills you'll gain: Specimen Preparation, Medical Imaging, Image Analysis, Specimen Processing, Cell Biology, Anatomy, Laboratory Techniques, Specimen Collection, Scientific Visualization, 3D Modeling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      271 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

      Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiration, Physiology, Neurology, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Prediction and Control with Function Approximation

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Pseudocode, Linear Algebra, Probability Distribution

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      841 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Data Literacy

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Peer Review, Research Design, Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Research, Probability, Quantitative Research, Analytics, Probability Distribution, Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      256 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Olay

      Quality Control and Regulatory in Cosmetic Science

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Product Quality (QA/QC), Statistical Process Controls, Good Manufacturing Practices, Quality Management, Regulatory Affairs, Safety Standards, Chemistry, Regulatory Compliance, Product Testing, Standard Operating Procedure, Packaging and Labeling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law

      Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Physics, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Trigonometry, Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Splunk Inc.

      Splunk Search Expert 101

      Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Ad Hoc Reporting, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Email Automation, Data Processing, Big Data, Data Science, Incident Management, Query Languages, Analysis, Incident Response, Business Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      218 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      American Museum of Natural History

      Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Education and Training, Teaching, Interactive Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biotechnology, Intellectual Property, Medical Privacy, Biology, Food and Beverage

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      171 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Spanish Vocabulary: Careers and Social Events

      Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Spanish Language, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      202 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals PL-900 Exam Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power BI, Dashboard, No-Code Development, Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Application Development, Data Integration, Performance Analysis, Application Design, Data Security, Generative AI Agents, Business Process, Microsoft Teams, Data Analysis Software, Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Systems Integration

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      227 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic coding courses

    • GitHub Copilot for Project Management: Microsoft
    • Gen AI in Cybersecurity: Edureka
    • Getting started in cryo-EM: Caltech
    • Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Prediction and Control with Function Approximation: University of Alberta
    • Data Literacy: Johns Hopkins University
    • Quality Control and Regulatory in Cosmetic Science: Olay
    • Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law: Rice University
    • Splunk Search Expert 101: Splunk Inc.
    • Genetics and Society: A Course for Educators: American Museum of Natural History

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