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Information Theory Courses

Information Theory courses can help you learn data compression, error detection, and information transmission principles. You can build skills in analyzing communication systems, optimizing data encoding, and applying algorithms for efficient data storage. Many courses introduce tools like MATLAB and Python libraries that facilitate simulations and practical applications in telecommunications and data science.


Popular Information Theory Courses and Certifications


  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Approximation Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Operations Research, Linear Algebra

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Drones for Environmental Science

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Environment, Environmental Science, Geospatial Information and Technology, Robotics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Research, Data Analysis Software, Critical Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    E

    Emory University

    So You Think You Know Tango?

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music History, Music, World Music, Instrumental Music, Performing Arts, Music Performance

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    111 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Cybersecurity Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Mobile Security, Cybersecurity, Brute-force attacks, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Web Applications, Wireless Networks, Encryption, Network Protocols

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Cloud Storage: Qwik Start - CLI/SDK

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Storage, File Management, Public Cloud, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Management, Data Storage

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    Set Up Network and HTTP Load Balancers

    Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Application Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Web Servers, Servers, Network Model, Network Routing, Network Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Preparação para a jornada de certificação do Associate Cloud Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Solutions, Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Cloud Storage, System Monitoring, Load Balancing

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Pearson

    Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Routing, Network Security, Network Administration, Network Performance Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of California, Davis

    Research Report: Delivering Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Data Storytelling, Presentations, Marketing, Data Visualization Software, Market Research, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft PowerPoint, Advertising, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Verbal Communication Skills, Target Audience, Strategic Marketing, Market Analysis, Digital Marketing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    182 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Thinking, Data Sharing, Data Modeling, Systems Design, Mathematical Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Biology, Environment, Storytelling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    205 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    AI Workflow: AI in Production

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Application Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Deployment, Unit Testing, Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, AI Workflows, IBM Cloud, Microservices, Model Evaluation, User Feedback, Machine Learning, Performance Analysis, Business Metrics, Natural Language Processing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Science, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Fundamentals of Secure Software

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Threat Modeling, Application Security, Software Development Life Cycle, DevSecOps, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Security Engineering, Cloud Security, Encryption, Vulnerability Scanning, Software Development, CI/CD, Cloud Platforms, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Configuration Management

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular information theory courses

  • Approximation Algorithms: 28DIGITAL
  • Drones for Environmental Science: Duke University
  • So You Think You Know Tango?: Emory University
  • Advanced Cybersecurity Techniques: Johns Hopkins University
  • Cloud Storage: Qwik Start - CLI/SDK : Google Cloud
  • Set Up Network and HTTP Load Balancers: Google Cloud
  • Preparação para a jornada de certificação do Associate Cloud Engineer: Google Cloud
  • Cisco Software-Defined Wan for Enterprise & Cloud: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Research Report: Delivering Insights: University of California, Davis
  • Building an Ecosystem model with Insight Maker: Coursera

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