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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Topics and Future Trends in Database Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Database Management Systems, Data Warehousing, Database Administration, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Relational Databases, Database Design, MongoDB, Big Data, Data Architecture, Transaction Processing, Scalability

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Securing Linux Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Linux Administration, Public Key Infrastructure, Linux, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Firewall, Remote Access Systems, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Security Controls, System Monitoring, File Management, Systems Administration, User Accounts, Encryption

      4.5
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      110 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Analítica de Procesos: Optimización desde los Datos

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Business Process, Process Optimization, Business Process Modeling, Data Transformation, Performance Analysis, Data Mining, Simulation and Simulation Software, Automation

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Practice Exams for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1 & Core 2

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Security, General Networking, Network Administration, Infrastructure Security, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support, Computer Networking, Mobile Security, Desktop Support, System Support, Computer Hardware, Technical Services, Information Technology, Operating Systems, Mac OS, Virtualization, Microsoft Windows, Unix, Simulations

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Global Marketing: Building Iconic Brands

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Brand Awareness, Market Analysis, Brand Management, Cultural Diversity, Product Marketing

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fortinet, Inc.

      FortiGate Administrator

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Firewall, Network Routing, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Network Security, Network Administration, Security Controls, User Accounts, System Configuration, Network Monitoring, Web Servers

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      72 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Careers in Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Sustainability Reporting, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Data Presentation, Business Writing, Corporate Sustainability, Public Relations, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Communication, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Presentations, Communication, Peer Review

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Introduction to Android graphics

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Android Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Reality, Linear Algebra

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      How to Get Skilled: Introduction to Individual Skills Management (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Benchmarking, Professional Development, LinkedIn, Planning, Performance Measurement, Performance Analysis, Job Analysis, Organizational Skills, Personal Development, Microsoft Excel, Self-Awareness

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      225 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Programming with C ++

      Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Algorithms, Development Environment

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Computational Thinking with Beginning C Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Simulations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visual Studio, C (Programming Language), Statistical Analysis, Automation, Program Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Descriptive Statistics, Problem Management, File Management, Distributed Computing, Debugging, Data Storage

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      432 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Statistical Analysis Fundamentals using Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Regression Analysis, Forecasting, Probability Distribution, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Analytics, Probability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software courses

    • Advanced Topics and Future Trends in Database Technologies: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Securing Linux Systems: LearnQuest
    • Analítica de Procesos: Optimización desde los Datos: Universidad de los Andes
    • Practice Exams for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1 & Core 2: IBM
    • Global Marketing: Building Iconic Brands: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • FortiGate Administrator: Fortinet, Inc.
    • Careers in Sustainability: Arizona State University
    • Introduction to Android graphics: Imperial College London
    • How to Get Skilled: Introduction to Individual Skills Management (Project-Centered Course): The State University of New York
    • Programming with C ++: Simplilearn

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