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      SkillUp EdTech

      Java Development with Databases 

      Skills you'll gain: Hibernate (Java), Object-Relational Mapping, Spring Boot, Restful API, Java, NoSQL, Database Development, Databases, SQL, Database Design, Java Programming, Data Access, Database Management, Relational Databases, Back-End Web Development, Query Languages

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Web Application Security Testing with Google Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Infrastructure Security, Web Applications, Data Security, Web Servers, SQL

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Foundations of ML & Python for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Probability & Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Descriptive Statistics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Analysis, Probability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Advanced Kotlin for Multi-Platform Development

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, System Programming, OS Process Management, Debugging, Application Performance Management, Software Design Patterns, Operating Systems, Application Development, Algorithms, Development Testing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Game Time 2024 – Build a JavaScript Game with Random Order

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, JSON, Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Javascript, Game Design, UI Components, Animations, Algorithms, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Creación XR y Metaversos para todos

      Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Prototyping, Virtual Reality, Usability Testing, Augmented Reality, Unity Engine, Virtual Environment, UI/UX Research, Cross Platform Development, User Interface (UI), Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Unreal Engine, Interaction Design, User Experience, C# (Programming Language), Development Environment, Display Devices, Development Testing, Experience Design

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      MongoDB Tutorial for Beginners (2024)

      Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, NoSQL, MySQL, Database Development, SQL, Software Installation, Database Management, Databases, Database Design, Relational Databases, Data Management, Data Structures

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MathWorks

      Powering the Future with Electrification

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Model Based Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Electric Power Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Matlab, Environmental Engineering

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Data Management with SQL

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, SQL, Database Design, Database Management, Query Languages, Databases, Data Manipulation, Relational Databases, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Software Installation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      .NET 8 Backend Bootcamp – Modulith, DDD & CQRS

      Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Restful API, Microservices, Redis, Authentications, PostgreSQL, OAuth, .NET Framework, Application Programming Interface (API), Object Oriented Design, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Scalability, Software Architecture, Event-Driven Programming, C# (Programming Language), Middleware, Data Migration, Systems Architecture, Maintainability

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents in Java with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Java, Agentic systems, Software Design, Artificial Intelligence, Software Architecture, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Software Development Tools, Application Development, Prompt Engineering, Systems Integration, Large Language Modeling

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      Packt

      C# Object-Oriented Programming for Beginners in C# and .NET

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C# (Programming Language), Programming Principles, .NET Framework

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Java Development with Databases : SkillUp EdTech
    • Web Application Security Testing with Google Hacking: Packt
    • Foundations of ML & Python for Data Science: Packt
    • Advanced Kotlin for Multi-Platform Development: Board Infinity
    • Game Time 2024 – Build a JavaScript Game with Random Order: Packt
    • Creación XR y Metaversos para todos: Universidad de los Andes
    • MongoDB Tutorial for Beginners (2024): Packt
    • Powering the Future with Electrification: MathWorks
    • Data Management with SQL: Packt
    • .NET 8 Backend Bootcamp – Modulith, DDD & CQRS: Packt

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Language

    Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages:

    • Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language.
    • Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully.
    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas.
    • Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities.
    • Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings.
    • Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.‎

    Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels:

    • Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills.
    • Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding.
    • Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.‎

    Coursera offers several pathways to formalize your language learning:

    • Professional certificates that can enhance your language skills for personal or professional use.
    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your proficiency in specific language skills or cultural knowledge.
    • Degree programs or professional qualifications in language studies, linguistics, or translation that prepare you for advanced roles requiring multilingual capabilities.

    These educational options are intended to support your language development and demonstrate your commitment to mastering a new language.‎

    Studying a new language on Coursera can open up diverse career paths in international settings:

    • Translator or Interpreter: Facilitate communication between speakers of different languages in various contexts, such as legal, medical, or business.
    • Multilingual Customer Support: Provide assistance to customers from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
    • Language Educator: Teach a language at schools, universities, or online platforms.
    • Cultural Consultant: Offer insights and advice on cultural practices to businesses or organizations expanding into new markets.
    • International Relations Specialist: Use language skills to manage communications and relationships across countries.‎
    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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