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      Meta

      Programming with JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Web Development Tools, Javascript, Unit Testing, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting Languages, Event-Driven Programming, Node.JS, Scripting, JSON, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Debugging, Package and Software Management, Program Development, Front-End Web Development, Functional Design

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Scripting with Python and SQL for Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, MySQL, SQL, JSON, Scripting, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Query Languages, Database Management, Databases, Data Import/Export, Data Storage Technologies, Spatial Analysis, Python Programming

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      AI Foundations for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Workflow Management, Action Oriented, No-Code Development, Natural Language Processing, Business Workflow Analysis, Self Service Technologies, Application Deployment, IBM Cloud, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, LLM Application, Business Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      31K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Finance for Non-Finance Professionals

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Cash Flows, Finance, Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Return On Investment, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Case Studies, Investment Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Risk Analysis, Financial Accounting

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

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      EDUCBA

      REST Assured Java - Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Testing, JSON, Java, Data Validation, Test Automation, Test Case, Development Environment

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Software Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, Application Security, CI/CD, Natural Language Processing, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Architecture, Machine Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Setup Python

      Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Virtual Environment, Development Environment, Software Installation, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Delegation Skills, Legal Technology, Critical Thinking, Time Management, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Strategy, Email Automation, Leadership Development, Legal Risk, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Adaptability, Risk Analysis, Leadership, Creativity, ChatGPT, Writing and Editing, Generative AI, Communication

      4.5
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      48 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Java for Beginners: Hands-On Course with Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Software Design, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, File Management, Data Structures

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundational Mathematics for AI

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Probability, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Machine Learning Algorithms

      4.9
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Skills for Business: Intermediate II

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Data Integrity, Business Modeling, Automation

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Excel Skills for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Data Validation, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Data Management, Business Intelligence Software, Consolidation, Data Integrity, Data Entry, Business Reporting, Productivity Software, Financial Modeling, Loans

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 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 python for beginners courses

    • Programming with JavaScript: Meta
    • Scripting with Python and SQL for Data Engineering: Duke University
    • AI Foundations for Everyone: IBM
    • Finance for Non-Finance Professionals: Rice University
    • REST Assured Java - Beginners: EDUCBA
    • Generative AI for Software Developers: IBM
    • Setup Python: Duke University
    • AI for Lawyers and Other Advocates: University of Michigan
    • Java for Beginners: Hands-On Course with Capstone Project: Packt
    • Foundational Mathematics for AI: Johns Hopkins University

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