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      IBM

      IBM Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, SQL, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Jupyter, Data Wrangling, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Matplotlib, Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Pandas (Python Package), Professional Networking

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Generative AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Unit Testing, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Generative AI, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Data Wrangling, ChatGPT, Natural Language Processing, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Unsupervised Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative AI Agents, Data Ethics

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Washington

      Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Data Mining, Computer Vision, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Text Mining, Machine Learning Algorithms

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Gen AI Foundational Models for NLP & Language Understanding

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Methods

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Introduction to Front-End Development

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), JavaScript Frameworks, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, React.js, Javascript

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Greek and Roman Mythology

      Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Culture, Storytelling, Art History, Liberal Arts, World History, Anthropology, Sociology, Psychology

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Fundamentos de la escritura académica

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Peer Review, Literacy, Proofreading, Editing, Grammar, Language Competency

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Unsupervised Text Classification for Marketing Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Unstructured Data, Deep Learning, Jupyter, Text Mining, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, JSON, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Marketing Analytics, Data Processing, Data Wrangling

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      IBM

      Supervised Machine Learning: Classification

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Business Analytics, Feature Engineering, Random Forest Algorithm, Statistical Modeling, Sampling (Statistics), Performance Metric

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      IBM

      Data Analysis with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Manipulation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Feature Engineering, Matplotlib, Data Cleansing, NumPy, Descriptive Statistics, Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines

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      IBM AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Generative AI, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Jupyter, Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI Agents, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Data Manipulation, Tensorflow, Python Programming, Verification And Validation, Artificial Neural Networks

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      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Data Synthesis, Microsoft Excel, Productivity, Infographics, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Cleansing, Large Language Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Statistical Reporting

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular text classification courses

    • IBM Data Science: IBM
    • IBM Generative AI Engineering: IBM
    • Machine Learning: University of Washington
    • Gen AI Foundational Models for NLP & Language Understanding: IBM
    • Introduction to Front-End Development: Meta
    • Greek and Roman Mythology: University of Pennsylvania
    • Fundamentos de la escritura académica: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Unsupervised Text Classification for Marketing Analytics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Supervised Machine Learning: Classification: IBM
    • Data Analysis with Python: IBM

    Frequently Asked Questions about Text Classification

    Text classification is a process of categorizing text into organized sections or groups. Text classifiers use elements of Natural Language Processing (NLP) to structure textual data in fast, cost-effective, and scalable ways. Also known as text categorization or text tagging, this system of text classification is a useful way to analyze textual components and then organize the text according to tags based on its content. Text classification easily pulls insights from data and then uses that data to automate business processes.‎

    It's valuable to learn about text classification because you can understand that unstructured text is everywhere in our online lives. We use unclassified text every day in our emails, chat conversations, and social media interactions. Businesses and others want to know the value that’s in this unstructured text, but it’s hard to extract value from this data unless it’s organized in a certain way. Text classification can organize text by topic, language, and sentiment to filter it by category and use.‎

    Some of the typical careers that use text classification include jobs like a computational linguist, AI machine learning manager, NLP scientist, system design analyst, computer researcher, technical writer, and other similar data roles. Text classification is an emerging field connected to NLP, and job opportunities may come to those with a background in data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning experience. Gaining a better understanding of text classification in these types of jobs may help you to grow in levels within your company or organization.‎

    By taking online courses about text classification, you may learn certain basic protocols of how to analyze emails, spam, video content, and social media posts. You may also learn to recognize certain NLP tasks in your daily work and assess which techniques work best. Learning text classification from online courses could show you the various approaches to the subject—the rule-based approach to text classification, the machine learning approach, or a hybrid combination of both. Taking online courses can help you learn the fundamentals of text classification, which can benefit you with skills and knowledge to help you build your future opportunities in this emerging field.‎

    Online Text Classification courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Text Classification skills. Choose from a wide range of Text Classification courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Text Classification, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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