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    Duke University

    Linear Regression and Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, R (Software), Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Exploratory Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Statistics, Predictive Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II (project-centered course)

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, System Programming, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Software Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Graphics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Gemini and Vertex AI: Building Intelligent Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Generative AI Agents, Application Deployment, LLM Application, Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Performance Tuning, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Software Development Tools, Cloud Platforms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    TensorFlow: Advanced Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Distributed Computing, Unsupervised Learning, Network Model, Performance Tuning, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Heat Maps, Network Architecture

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Combinatorics and Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Statistics, Arithmetic, Python Programming, Simulations

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Unity Game Development: Fun Mini-Game Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Performance Tuning, User Interface (UI), Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Event-Driven Programming, Virtual Environment, UI Components, C# (Programming Language), Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), System Configuration, User Interface (UI) Design, Computer Graphics, Scripting, Prototyping, Animations, Data Structures

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Python GUI Calculators with Tkinter: Build & Implement

    Skills you'll gain: Integrated Development Environments, User Interface (UI), Jupyter, Application Development, Python Programming, Test Case, Debugging, Computational Logic

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Digital Signal Processing 1: Basic Concepts and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Communication Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Programming Principles, Telecommunications, Advanced Mathematics, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    630 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Generative AI for Developers: All you need to know!

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Generative AI, OpenAI, Microsoft Copilot, Application Development, Business Process Automation, Scripting, Python Programming, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Data Processing, GitHub, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Analysis, Development Environment, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Jupyter

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Python Essentials for MLOps

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), NumPy, Data Manipulation, Software Testing, Data Import/Export, Test Automation, Python Programming, Debugging, Data Structures, Machine Learning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting, Program Development, Numerical Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), Command-Line Interface

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Mastering Android App Development

    Skills you'll gain: Android Jetpack, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Become a C++ Pro: The Ultimate Developer Guide

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Linear Regression and Modeling : Duke University
  • Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: Nand to Tetris Part II (project-centered course): Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Gemini and Vertex AI: Building Intelligent Applications: Edureka
  • TensorFlow: Advanced Techniques: DeepLearning.AI
  • Combinatorics and Probability: University of California San Diego
  • Unity Game Development: Fun Mini-Game Projects: EDUCBA
  • Python GUI Calculators with Tkinter: Build & Implement: EDUCBA
  • Digital Signal Processing 1: Basic Concepts and Algorithms: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Generative AI for Developers: All you need to know!: Pearson
  • Python Essentials for MLOps: Duke University

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