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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Systems Thinking Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Change, Decision Making, Collaboration, Data Visualization, Communication

      4.5
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      48 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      PyTorch Ultimate 2024 - From Basics to Cutting-Edge

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Generative AI, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Text Mining, Python Programming, Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Google Cloud Platform, Data Processing, Performance Tuning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      I

      IBM

      Cybersecurity Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Endpoint Security, Cryptography, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Cryptographic Protocols, Data Security, Email Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Security Awareness, Secure Coding, Data Encryption Standard, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology, Cyber Security Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google

      Using Python to Interact with the Operating System

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Unit Testing, Scripting, Unix Shell, Shell Script, Linux Commands, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unix Commands, Unix, Scripting Languages, Development Environment, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, File Management, OS Process Management, Automation, Debugging, Python Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      IBM

      Introduction to Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Development Environment, Engineering Software, Software Design, Software Development Tools, Software Engineering, Program Development, Systems Development, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Software Development Methodologies, Unified Modeling Language, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Application Development, Agile Methodology, Python Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      M

      Microsoft

      Work Smarter with Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Data Import/Export, Data Management, File Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Language Learning, Spanish Language, Grammar, Oral Expression, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Culture, Writing, Writing and Editing, Research, Literacy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Work Smarter with Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Proofreading, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Presentations, Writing, Editing, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Grammar

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      NVIDIA

      Introduction to Networking

      Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Data Centers, Network Protocols, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, General Networking, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Switches, System Requirements

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      545 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Data Visualization, Depreciation, Data Management, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Statistical Modeling, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Predictive Modeling, Financial Modeling, Analysis, Microsoft Word, Business Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Complex Problem Solving, Financial Forecasting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Codio

      Introduction to Operating Systems

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Virtualization, Data Integrity, Debugging, Systems Design, Performance Tuning, Distributed Computing, Data Storage, Virtual Machines, Command-Line Interface, Computer Systems, Programming Principles, Computer Hardware, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Scalability, Data Structures

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      258 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Fundamentals of GIS

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Sharing, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Metadata Management, Data Quality, Data Mapping, File Management, Data Presentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Systems Thinking Basics: Coursera Instructor Network
    • PyTorch Ultimate 2024 - From Basics to Cutting-Edge: Packt
    • Cybersecurity Fundamentals: IBM
    • Using Python to Interact with the Operating System: Google
    • Introduction to Software Engineering: IBM
    • Work Smarter with Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
    • Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary: University of California, Davis
    • Work Smarter with Microsoft Word: Microsoft
    • Introduction to Networking: NVIDIA
    • Everyday Excel: University of Colorado Boulder

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