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    Learn the fundamentals of coding for various applications. Understand basic programming concepts and write simple programs in languages like Python and JavaScript.

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      Packt

      CCNA Advanced – WAN, Security, and Network Services

      Skills you'll gain: Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Wide Area Networks, Network Security, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Network Administration, Multiprotocol Label Switching, Network Routing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Switches, Network Protocols

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      Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Python for Beginners: Data Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Plot (Graphics), Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Storage

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Infosec

      JavaScript Security Part 3

      Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Serverless Computing, Secure Coding, Risk Management Framework, Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, Cloud Services, Web Applications, Cloud Platforms, Amazon Web Services

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Vanderbilt University

      AI-assisted MATLAB Programming with ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Matlab, Debugging, Engineering Documentation, OpenAI, Generative AI, Code Review, Integrated Development Environments

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Special Competitive Studies Project

      AI in National Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Missions

      Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Artificial Intelligence, Training Programs, OpenAI, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Program Evaluation, ChatGPT, Technology Roadmaps, Policy Analysis, Governance, Scalability

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MathWorks

      Deep Learning for Object Detection

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Matlab, Data Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Design a pitch deck with Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Timelines, Marketing Materials, Product Demonstration, Presentations, Marketing Design, Product Promotion, Value Propositions, Sales Presentations, Team Oriented

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Prompt Engineering with Llama 2&3

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Open Source Technology, Secure Coding, Computer Programming

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Natural Language Processing with Real-World Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Natural Language Processing, Data Visualization, Deep Learning, Linear Algebra, Semantic Web, Seaborn, Python Programming, Machine Learning, NumPy, Supervised Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Data Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Text Mining, Data Science, Unstructured Data, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Dimensionality Reduction

      4.7
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Codio

      Data Analysis in R with RStudio & Tidyverse

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Import/Export, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Wrangling

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Financial Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Financial Data, Complex Problem Solving, Microsoft Copilot, Data Ethics, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Evaluating the Quality of Healthcare Delivery

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Assessment, Program Evaluation, Health Systems, Health Care, Patient Safety, Quality Improvement, Performance Measurement, Health Policy, Scientific Methods, Performance Reporting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic coding courses

    • CCNA Advanced – WAN, Security, and Network Services: Packt
    • Python for Beginners: Data Structures: Coursera Project Network
    • JavaScript Security Part 3: Infosec
    • AI-assisted MATLAB Programming with ChatGPT : Vanderbilt University
    • AI in National Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Missions: Special Competitive Studies Project
    • Deep Learning for Object Detection: MathWorks
    • Design a pitch deck with Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Prompt Engineering with Llama 2&3: DeepLearning.AI
    • Natural Language Processing with Real-World Projects: Packt
    • Data Analysis in R with RStudio & Tidyverse: Codio

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