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      IBM

      Generative AI Language Modeling with Transformers

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

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      IBM

      SQL for Data Science with R

      Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Design, SQL, Database Management, Databases, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Science, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Data Access

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Designing Effective Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Scientific Methods, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Infographics, Storytelling, Psychology

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Need for Systems Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Model Based Systems Engineering, Test Engineering, Engineering Practices, Systems Thinking, Product Lifecycle Management, Engineering Management, Risk Management Framework, Systems Integration, System Requirements, Verification And Validation, Requirements Analysis

      Build toward a degree

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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, Cloud Computing, Real Time Data, Databases, Analytics, Deep Learning, Scalability, Machine Learning Algorithms, Graph Theory, Machine Learning, Live Streaming

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      University of London

      Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare

      Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Research, Psychology, Investigation, Creativity, World History, Writing

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      SkillUp

      Product Management: Developing and Delivering a New Product

      Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Management, Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Product Roadmaps, Stakeholder Management, Competitive Analysis, Product Testing, Product Requirements, Commercialization, Market Analysis, Team Building, Stakeholder Communications

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Leading Sustainable Community Transformation

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Drive Engagement, Strategic Thinking, Project Management, Organizational Strategy, Communication Strategies, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sustainability Reporting, Relationship Building, Root Cause Analysis, Decision Making

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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Comprehensive Review

      Skills you'll gain: Surgery, Chronic Diseases, Acute Care, Internal Medicine, Patient Evaluation, Primary Care, Medical Management, Infectious Diseases, Patient Treatment, Respiratory Care, Anatomy, Pharmacotherapy

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      University of California, Irvine

      Career Success Project

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Professional Development, Project Management, Solution Delivery, Business Communication, Problem Solving, Business Analysis, Presentations, Strategic Planning, Analysis, Constructive Feedback, Critical Thinking

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      Microsoft

      Create Serverless Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Serverless Computing, Cloud Development, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Applications, Cloud-Based Integration, Business Process Automation, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), GitHub

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      Microsoft

      Data and Business Process Modeling with Microsoft Visio

      Skills you'll gain: Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, Data Modeling, Microsoft Visio, Business Process, Business Analysis, Process Mapping, Database Design, Data Visualization, Dataflow

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular design thinking courses

    • Generative AI Language Modeling with Transformers: IBM
    • SQL for Data Science with R: IBM
    • Designing Effective Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Need for Systems Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Cloud Computing Applications, Part 2: Big Data and Applications in the Cloud: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Who Wrote Shakespeare: University of London
    • Product Management: Developing and Delivering a New Product: SkillUp
    • Leading Sustainable Community Transformation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Acute and Chronic Rhinosinusitis: A Comprehensive Review: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Career Success Project: University of California, Irvine

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