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    University of Michigan

    Uso de bancos de dados com Python

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, MySQL, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Design, Web Scraping, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Modeling, Data Storage, Python Programming, Web Development, Data Collection

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Whizlabs

    AWS: CI/CD Pipelines and Deployment Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Application Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Amazon Web Services, AWS CloudFormation, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Regression Testing, Unit Testing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Docker (Software), Containerization, Amazon S3, Git (Version Control System)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Nonlinear Kalman Filters (and Parameter Estimation)

    Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, System Implementation, Computer Programming Tools

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Composure, Interpersonal Communications, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Planning, Complex Problem Solving, Algorithms, Data Structures, Stress Management, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    مقاييس الأعمال للشركات التي تعتمد على البيانات

    Skills you'll gain: Business Metrics, Business Analytics, Performance Measurement, Business Intelligence, Financial Data, Market Data, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Tableau Software, Analytical Skills, Big Data, Data Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, E-Commerce, Microsoft Excel, SQL

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Logistic Regression and Prediction for Health Data

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Predictive Analytics, R Programming, Probability & Statistics, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Biostatistics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Risk Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Project Network

    REACT: Carrito de compras con Context

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, Event-Driven Programming, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Javascript

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    What are GPTs and How can they work for my business?

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Market Research, Financial Forecasting, Business Process Automation, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Business Transformation, Generative AI, Strategic Decision-Making, Supply Chain Management, Digital Transformation, Innovation, Prompt Engineering, Forecasting, Customer Support, Artificial Intelligence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    التفاعل مع لغة البرمجة جافا سكريبت

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Event-Driven Programming, Data Structures, Data Validation, User Interface (UI), Computer Programming, Verification And Validation, Debugging

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Mastering Hardware Protocols with ESP32 and Arduinos

    Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, Communication Systems, Test Equipment, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Apache Kafka - An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Real Time Data, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Operational Databases, System Monitoring, Scalability, Performance Tuning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    FAIR Institute

    Foundations of Cyber Risk Management and FAIR™

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Risk Modeling, Cybersecurity, Governance, Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Strategic Decision-Making, Business Risk Management, Strategic Prioritization, Compliance Reporting, Management Reporting, Strategic Leadership, Business Communication

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Uso de bancos de dados com Python: University of Michigan
  • AWS: CI/CD Pipelines and Deployment Strategies: Whizlabs
  • Nonlinear Kalman Filters (and Parameter Estimation): University of Colorado System
  • Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success: Coursera Instructor Network
  • مقاييس الأعمال للشركات التي تعتمد على البيانات: Duke University
  • Logistic Regression and Prediction for Health Data: University of Michigan
  • REACT: Carrito de compras con Context: Coursera Project Network
  • What are GPTs and How can they work for my business?: Coursera Instructor Network
  • التفاعل مع لغة البرمجة جافا سكريبت: University of Michigan
  • Mastering Hardware Protocols with ESP32 and Arduinos: Packt

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