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    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Python Programming, Scripting, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      U

      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Motores gráficos en videojuegos: game engine

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Application Development, C++ (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Animations, User Interface (UI), Debugging

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      105 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      R

      Red Hat

      Advanced Application Management with Red Hat OpenShift

      Skills you'll gain: OpenShift, Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Scalability, Containerization, Cloud Management, Development Environment, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Continuous Deployment, YAML, PostgreSQL, Debugging, Git (Version Control System)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      Epic Games

      Game Development and Prototyping

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Prototyping, Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, System Design and Implementation, Creativity, User Interface (UI), Artificial Intelligence

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Open AI for Beginners: Programmatic Prompting

      Skills you'll gain: OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      Epic Games

      User Interface in Game Design

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Game Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Programming Principles, Prototyping, Motion Graphics

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • F

      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      AI for Decision Makers

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Project Management, Organizational Leadership, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Resource Allocation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Decision Making, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Information Privacy

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      S

      Scrimba

      Open-source AI Models

      Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, JavaScript Frameworks, Generative AI, Application Frameworks, Data Ethics, Web Applications, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      AI Workflow: Machine Learning, Visual Recognition and NLP

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Regression Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, IBM Cloud, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Predictive Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Natural Language Processing, Feature Engineering, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Business Metrics, Computer Vision

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Arm

      Cortex-M Software Development Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Software Development, Development Environment, Debugging, Program Development, Build Tools, Application Security, C (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Architecture, C++ (Programming Language), System Configuration, Hardware Architecture

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      E

      Edureka

      Applied Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Probability Distribution, Predictive Modeling, Seaborn, Statistical Visualization, SQL, Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Inference, Pandas (Python Package), Database Management, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Databases

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Data-Oriented Python Programming and Debugging

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, NumPy, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Inference, Pandas (Python Package), Data Structures, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability, Statistics, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Program Development, Large Language Modeling, Data Manipulation, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns: Coursera Project Network
    • Motores gráficos en videojuegos: game engine: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Advanced Application Management with Red Hat OpenShift: Red Hat
    • Game Development and Prototyping: Epic Games
    • Open AI for Beginners: Programmatic Prompting: Coursera Project Network
    • User Interface in Game Design: Epic Games
    • AI for Decision Makers: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Open-source AI Models: Scrimba
    • AI Workflow: Machine Learning, Visual Recognition and NLP: IBM
    • Cortex-M Software Development Fundamentals: Arm

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Language

    Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages:

    • Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language.
    • Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully.
    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas.
    • Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities.
    • Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings.
    • Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.‎

    Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels:

    • Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills.
    • Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding.
    • Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.‎

    Coursera offers several pathways to formalize your language learning:

    • Professional certificates that can enhance your language skills for personal or professional use.
    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your proficiency in specific language skills or cultural knowledge.
    • Degree programs or professional qualifications in language studies, linguistics, or translation that prepare you for advanced roles requiring multilingual capabilities.

    These educational options are intended to support your language development and demonstrate your commitment to mastering a new language.‎

    Studying a new language on Coursera can open up diverse career paths in international settings:

    • Translator or Interpreter: Facilitate communication between speakers of different languages in various contexts, such as legal, medical, or business.
    • Multilingual Customer Support: Provide assistance to customers from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
    • Language Educator: Teach a language at schools, universities, or online platforms.
    • Cultural Consultant: Offer insights and advice on cultural practices to businesses or organizations expanding into new markets.
    • International Relations Specialist: Use language skills to manage communications and relationships across countries.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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