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    Study theoretical computer science for foundational knowledge. Learn about algorithms, complexity theory, and computational models.

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      U

      Universidad Nacional de Colombia

      Aprender a ser cuidador de personas con condiciones crónicas

      Skills you'll gain: Caregiving, Care Management, Health Care, Patient Education and Support, Empathy, Health Assessment, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Critical Thinking

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Migrate Existing Prometheus Monitoring Workloads to Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Prometheus (Software), System Monitoring, Grafana, Cloud Management, Google Cloud Platform, Kubernetes

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Peking University

      流行病学基础(上)

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Public Health, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Research, Infectious Diseases, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Chronic Diseases, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Math for AI beginner part 1 Linear Algebra

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ISC2

      Network and Communications Security

      Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Network Security, Security Controls, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Firewall, Network Administration, TCP/IP, Telecommunications, Proxy Servers, Network Infrastructure, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Remote Access Systems

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Information Systems Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Engineering Software, Web Applications, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Data Modeling, Software Engineering, Software Development, Unified Modeling Language, Business Architecture, Python Programming, Business Process Modeling, User Centered Design, Software Design, Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment

      2.4
      Rating, 2.4 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI in Litigation and Dispute Resolution

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Litigation Support, Mediation, Legal Strategy, Generative AI, Predictive Modeling, Legal Writing, Artificial Intelligence, Document Management, Business Process Automation, Automation, Case Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Components of Hydropower Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Construction, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Hydraulics, Water Resources, Structural Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management, Energy and Utilities, Safety Training, Engineering Practices, Electrical Power

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      TCP/IP, Routing, and Wireless Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Protocols, Network Security, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Border Gateway Protocol, Network Performance Management, Firewall, Proxy Servers, Encryption, Authentications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of Michigan

      AI Basics and Tools for Creativity

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Design Software, Innovation, Music, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Maximizing Miles: Enhancing EV Range & Efficiency

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Thermal Management, Transportation Operations, Power Electronics, Equipment Design, Industrial Design, Mechanical Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Workplace Psychological Health and Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Safety Culture, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Team Leadership, Stress Management, Organizational Leadership, Mental Health, People Management, Rapport Building, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Occupational Safety And Health, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Empathy, Resilience, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular theoretical computer science courses

    • Aprender a ser cuidador de personas con condiciones crónicas: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
    • Migrate Existing Prometheus Monitoring Workloads to Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • 流行病学基础(上): Peking University
    • Math for AI beginner part 1 Linear Algebra: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
    • Network and Communications Security : ISC2
    • Information Systems Foundations: Northeastern University
    • GenAI in Litigation and Dispute Resolution: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Components of Hydropower Structures: L&T EduTech
    • TCP/IP, Routing, and Wireless Networking: Packt
    • AI Basics and Tools for Creativity: University of Michigan

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