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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Cloud Computing Applications, Part 2: Big Data and Applications in the Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Apache Spark, Data Storage Technologies, Apache Hadoop, Distributed Computing, Data Storage, Data Processing, NoSQL, Apache Kafka, Real Time Data, Cloud Computing, Databases, Analytics, Deep Learning, Scalability, Machine Learning Algorithms, Graph Theory, Live Streaming

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      342 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Multiple educators

      DeepLearning.AI Data Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Airflow, Data Modeling, Data Pipelines, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Data Architecture, Data Transformation, Requirements Analysis, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Query Languages, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Lakes, Amazon Web Services, Apache Spark, Database Systems, Data Integration, AWS Kinesis, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      449 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Embedding Sensors and Motors

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Process Control, Machine Controls, Embedded Systems, Electronic Systems, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Embedded Software, Electronics, Automation Engineering, Hardware Design, Laboratory Experience, Statistical Process Controls, Electrical Engineering, Three-Phase, Manufacturing Processes, Power Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Electrical Equipment, Electronic Components, Electrical Systems

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Mathematics for Machine Learning: Multivariate Calculus

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Derivatives

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Large Language Models

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      987 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Genomic Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Science, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Statistical Analysis, Computational Thinking, Big Data, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Biology

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Essential Google Cloud Infrastructure: Core Services

      Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Storage, Cloud Security, Databases, System Monitoring

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Conflict Management

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Active Listening, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication Strategies, Mediation, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Teamwork, Cooperation, Collaboration, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Research Reports, Analysis, Employee Engagement, Problem Solving

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of London

      Managing the Company of the Future

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Leadership and Management, Business Management, Innovation, Change Management, Business Transformation, Leadership, Personal Development, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New York University

      Introduction to Cyber Security

      Skills you'll gain: Security Engineering, Authentications, Threat Modeling, Network Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Data Encryption Standard, Mobile Security, Enterprise Security, Computer Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Network Architecture, Security Controls

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      AI Product Management

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Ethics, Data Management, Unsupervised Learning, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Quality, Human Centered Design, Machine Learning, Human Factors, Regression Analysis, Technical Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Data Processing, Personally Identifiable Information

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      791 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      AI for Medical Diagnosis

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Medical Imaging, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Medical Science and Research, Radiology, Artificial Neural Networks, Probability & Statistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular distributed computing courses

    • Cloud Computing Applications, Part 2: Big Data and Applications in the Cloud: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • DeepLearning.AI Data Engineering: DeepLearning.AI
    • Embedding Sensors and Motors: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Mathematics for Machine Learning: Multivariate Calculus: Imperial College London
    • Introduction to Large Language Models: Google Cloud
    • Introduction to Genomic Technologies: Johns Hopkins University
    • Essential Google Cloud Infrastructure: Core Services: Google Cloud
    • Conflict Management: University of California, Irvine
    • Managing the Company of the Future: University of London
    • Introduction to Cyber Security: New York University

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