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Distributed Computing Courses

Distributed computing courses can help you learn parallel processing, cloud architecture, data distribution techniques, and fault tolerance. You can build skills in optimizing resource allocation, ensuring data consistency, and managing large-scale applications. Many courses introduce tools like Apache Hadoop, Spark, and Kubernetes, that support implementing distributed systems and managing workloads effectively.


Popular Distributed Computing Courses and Certifications


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    Infosec

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Services, General Networking, Linux, Windows PowerShell, Virtual Machines

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Diseñar con Conciencia: Innovación Artesanal desde los Saberes Ancestrales

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Research and Design, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Sensitivity, Creativity, Sustainability Standards, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership: Strategy and Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Leadership, Nursing Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership, Accountability, Decision Making, Communication Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Collaboration, Patient Safety, Critical Thinking, Goal Setting, Resource Allocation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Building Smart Business Assistants with IBM Watson

    Skills you'll gain: IBM Cloud, Model Deployment, AI Enablement, Self Service Technologies, Application Deployment, Customer Inquiries, Customer Engagement, Cloud Computing, Customer Service, Natural Language Processing

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnKartS

    Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Exploit development, Information Systems Security, Firewall, Malware Protection, Cloud Computing, Cryptography, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Adobe

    Ideate and Visualize Creative Ideas Using AI Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Prompt Engineering, Adobe Express, Ideation, Generative AI, Presentations, Storyboarding, Writing, Creativity, Storytelling, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creative Design, Design Thinking, Graphic and Visual Design, Collaboration, Visual Design, Image Quality

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    New York University

    Introduction to Cyber Security

    Skills you'll gain: Security Engineering, Authentications, Threat Modeling, Network Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Encryption Standard, Cyber Risk, Mobile Security, Enterprise Security, Computer Security, Application Security, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Policies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Teamwork Skills: Communicating Effectively in Groups

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Mediation, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Decision Making, Innovation, Cultural Diversity, Communication, Digital Communications, Virtual Environment

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Discussion Facilitation, Non-Verbal Communication, Oral Comprehension, English Language, Peer Review, Active Listening, Communication, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Interpersonal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Student Engagement, Collaboration, Planning, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Natural Language Processing in TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Natural Language Processing, Embeddings, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Fundamentals of Technology Sales

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Sales Process, Sales Presentation, Technical Sales, Sales, Sales Development, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Solution Sales Engineering, Prospecting and Qualification, Emerging Technologies, Outside Sales, Inside Sales, Needs Assessment, Consultative Approaches, Negotiation, Overcoming Objections, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    Strategic Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Forecasting, Peer Review, Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, Customer Analysis, Case Studies, Information Technology, Analytical Skills, Digital Transformation, Business Marketing, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Communication, Customer Insights, Complex Problem Solving, R Programming, Data Analysis

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular distributed computing courses

  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Foundations: Infosec
  • Diseñar con Conciencia: Innovación Artesanal desde los Saberes Ancestrales: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • Nursing Leadership: Strategy and Decision-Making: Coursera
  • Building Smart Business Assistants with IBM Watson: Coursera
  • Ethical Hacking: LearnKartS
  • Ideate and Visualize Creative Ideas Using AI Tools: Adobe
  • Introduction to Cyber Security: New York University
  • Teamwork Skills: Communicating Effectively in Groups: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Learn English: Advanced Academic Speaking and Listening: University of California, Irvine
  • Natural Language Processing in TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI

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