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      University of London

      Use C++ to build a Crypto Trading Platform: Final System

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Debugging

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      4.7
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SAS

      Analyzing Time Series and Sequential Data

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, SAS (Software), Forecasting, Feature Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Data Transformation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Automation, Anomaly Detection, Data Processing, Dimensionality Reduction

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Epic Games

      User Experience in Game Design

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unreal Engine, User Experience Design, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, Video Game Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Prototyping, Animations

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      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Spring - Cloud Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Spring Boot, Software Architecture, API Gateway, Spring Framework, Service Oriented Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Load Balancing, Systems Architecture, Web Services, Cloud Services, Software Design Patterns, Scalability, Restful API

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Advanced Scheduling and Project Optimization in Primavera P6

      Skills you'll gain: Scheduling, Project Schedules, Project Controls, Timelines, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Management Reporting, Performance Reporting, Process Improvement and Optimization, Dashboard, Resource Management, Administration, User Accounts

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      12 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming with Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java, Mobile Development, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Frameworks, Android Development, Application Development, Program Development, Software Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      69 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Institut Mines-Télécom

      Ressources minérales et transition

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Environment, Sustainable Technologies, Waste Minimization, Energy and Utilities, Pollution Prevention, Governance, Economics, Stakeholder Engagement, International Relations, Product Lifecycle Management, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      KodeKloud

      Git Basics for DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Collaborative Software, DevOps, Software Development Tools, Linux, Open Source Technology

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Mastering Concrete Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Construction, Construction Inspection, Production Process, Construction Management, Manufacturing Operations, Plant Operations and Management, Manufacturing Processes, Civil Engineering, Safety Assurance, Product Testing, Chemical Engineering, Materials science, Structural Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Manufacturing Standards, Analytical Testing, Chemistry, Water Quality

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      9 reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      RStudio for Six Sigma - Basic Descriptive Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Visualization, Data Import/Export, Pareto Chart, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Box Plots, R Programming, Data Synthesis, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Python Packages for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Histogram, Package and Software Management, Data Import/Export, Python Programming

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      TypeScript Variables and Data Types

      Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Programming Principles, Web Development Tools, Javascript, Web Language

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

    • Use C++ to build a Crypto Trading Platform: Final System: University of London
    • Analyzing Time Series and Sequential Data: SAS
    • User Experience in Game Design: Epic Games
    • Spring - Cloud Overview: LearnQuest
    • Advanced Scheduling and Project Optimization in Primavera P6: Packt
    • Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming with Java: Coursera Project Network
    • Ressources minérales et transition: Institut Mines-Télécom
    • Git Basics for DevOps: KodeKloud
    • Mastering Concrete Techniques: L&T EduTech
    • RStudio for Six Sigma - Basic Descriptive Statistics: Coursera Project Network

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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