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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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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Bayesian Statistics: Techniques and Models

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Markov Model, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Simulations, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Probability, Probability Distribution

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      491 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Fundraising and Development Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Grant Writing, Prospecting and Qualification, Philanthropy, Proposal Writing, Campaign Management, Business Writing, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Relationship Management, Communication Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      316 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to Big Data with Spark and Hadoop

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, PySpark, Apache Hive, Big Data, IBM Cloud, Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Scalability, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Data Transformation, Debugging

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      440 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Understanding Prostate Cancer

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Education And Counseling, Oncology, Preventative Care, Patient Evaluation, Primary Care, Pathology, Urology, Patient Treatment, Health Care, Internal Medicine, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Treatment Planning, Laboratory Testing, Biology, Precision Medicine, Surgery, Care Management, Clinical Trials, Anatomy, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      714 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Machine Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      804 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Rochester

      The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form

      Skills you'll gain: Instrumental Music, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Music Performance, Music History

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      604 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Fibonacci Numbers and the Golden Ratio

      Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Geometry, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Combinatorics, Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Human Anatomy & Physiology I

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Physical Therapy, Pathology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Pharmacology, Radiography, Life Sciences

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Prototyping, Architectural Drawing, Conceptual Design, Design, Product Design, Aesthetics, Design Thinking, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Needs Assessment, Ideation, Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      341 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      VLSI CAD Part II: Layout

      Skills you'll gain: Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Hardware Design, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Hardware, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Semiconductors, Network Routing, Computational Logic, Data Structures, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      281 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Ethics in the Age of AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Predictive Modeling, OpenAI, Algorithms, Data Collection, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy, Game Theory, Large Language Modeling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Personally Identifiable Information, Statistical Modeling, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Data Security, Business Ethics, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Modeling

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      782 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

      Patenting in Biotechnology

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Chemistry, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Keyword Research, Molecular Biology, Strategic Thinking, Database Management Systems, Technical Writing, Research Reports, Databases

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      238 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Bayesian Statistics: Techniques and Models: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Fundraising and Development Foundations: University of California, Davis
    • Introduction to Big Data with Spark and Hadoop: IBM
    • Understanding Prostate Cancer: Johns Hopkins University
    • Artificial Intelligence on Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
    • The Blues: Understanding and Performing an American Art Form: University of Rochester
    • Fibonacci Numbers and the Golden Ratio: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Human Anatomy & Physiology I: Rice University
    • Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society: University of Pennsylvania
    • VLSI CAD Part II: Layout: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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