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    Howard University

    Fundamental Linear Algebra Concepts with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, NumPy, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Algebra, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Python Interactive Dashboards with Plotly Dash

    Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Jupyter, HTML and CSS, UI Components, Data Visualization Software, Real Time Data, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Project Network

    RStudio for Six Sigma - Process Capability

    Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistical Process Controls, Process Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Performance Measurement, Statistical Methods, R (Software), Business Metrics, R Programming, Data Import/Export

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of NestJS

    Skills you'll gain: Middleware, Node.JS, Development Environment, Application Development, JavaScript Frameworks, TypeScript, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Application Programming Interface (API), Server Side, Javascript, Android Development, Dependency Analysis

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Computational Thinking with JavaScript 2: Model & Analyse

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Scripting, Javascript, Data Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Data Science, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Agile Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Emotional Intelligence, Backlogs, Scaled Agile Framework, Negotiation, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Software Development, Program Management, Brainstorming, Prioritization, User Story, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Project Portfolio Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Problem Solving, Project Controls

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera Project Network

    Build a Machine Learning Image Classifier with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Image Analysis, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Python Programming, Machine Learning

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Clemson University

    Design and Analysis of Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Probability, Design Strategies, Analysis, Performance Testing, Scalability

    Build toward a degree

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Project Network

    Analyze Data in a Model Car Database with MySQL Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, MySQL, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Database Design, SQL, Analytical Skills, Data Presentation, Technical Communication, Relational Databases

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Project Network

    Spring Boot with Embedded Database

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, Database Design, Object-Relational Mapping, Application Frameworks, Data Modeling, Database Development, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Application Development, Database Architecture and Administration, Requirements Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Duke University

    Cloud Machine Learning Engineering and MLOps

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Continuous Delivery, Applied Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cloud API, Microsoft Azure, Computer Vision, Application Programming Interface (API), Natural Language Processing, Flask (Web Framework), Automation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    C++ 20 Mastery - Pure and Unfiltered

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Debugging

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Fundamental Linear Algebra Concepts with Python: Howard University
  • Python Interactive Dashboards with Plotly Dash: Packt
  • RStudio for Six Sigma - Process Capability: Coursera Project Network
  • Fundamentals of NestJS: Board Infinity
  • Computational Thinking with JavaScript 2: Model & Analyse: University of Glasgow
  • Agile Project Management: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Build a Machine Learning Image Classifier with Python: Coursera Project Network
  • Design and Analysis of Algorithms: Clemson University
  • Analyze Data in a Model Car Database with MySQL Workbench: Coursera Project Network
  • Spring Boot with Embedded Database: Coursera Project Network

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