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      Board Infinity

      Automation and Modern Testing Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Performance Testing, Software Testing, Security Testing, Test Tools, CI/CD, Regression Testing, Functional Testing, Scalability, Automation, Test Case, Application Programming Interface (API), Scripting, Secure Coding

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Marketing Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Business Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing Analytics, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Marketing Effectiveness, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, A/B Testing, Data Collection, Marketing, Interviewing Skills

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      AI Innovations with Open Tools in Healthcare Processes

      Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Open Source Technology, Patient Communication, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Clinical Informatics, Healthcare Ethics, Decision Support Systems, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, ChatGPT, Health Informatics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Artificial Intelligence, Health Technology, AI Personalization, Applied Machine Learning, Medical Imaging, Automation, Medical Coding

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      GNU Octave: Apply, Implement & Design Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Software, Software Installation, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Engineering Calculations, Linear Algebra, Data Structures, Development Environment

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      Agentic AI and AI Agents for Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Workflow Management, Agentic systems, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Business Process Automation, AI Product Strategy, Personalized Service, Large Language Modeling, Automation, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Expense Management

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Chicago

      Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life

      Skills you'll gain: Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Behavioral Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Vital Signs, Control Systems, Coordination, Biology, Communication Systems

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Master Unity Game Physics: Apply, Simulate & Transform

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Torque (Physics), Game Design, Video Game Development, Mechanics, Animation and Game Design, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics, Scripting, C# (Programming Language), Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents in Java with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Java, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, JUnit, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Document Management, Secure Coding, Business Logic, Problem Solving

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Introduction to Probability and Data with R

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Exploratory Data Analysis, R (Software), Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, Bayesian Statistics, R Programming, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

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

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      Vanderbilt University

      Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      TESOL Certificate, Part 1: Teach English Now!

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Pedagogy, English Language, Learning Strategies, Instructional Strategies, Enthusiasm, Motivational Skills, Oral Expression, Learning Styles, Language Learning, Education Software and Technology, Constructive Feedback, Design Elements And Principles, Learning Theory, Design Strategies, Grammar, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Capital Budgeting, Financial Statements, Financial Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Business Modeling, Income Statement, Risk Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Business Mathematics, Corporate Finance, Spreadsheet Software, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Automation and Modern Testing Tools: Board Infinity
    • Meta Marketing Analytics: Meta
    • AI Innovations with Open Tools in Healthcare Processes: Starweaver
    • GNU Octave: Apply, Implement & Design Functions: EDUCBA
    • Agentic AI and AI Agents for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
    • Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life: The University of Chicago
    • Master Unity Game Physics: Apply, Simulate & Transform: EDUCBA
    • AI Agents in Java with Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Introduction to Probability and Data with R: Duke University
    • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University

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