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      Bridging the Gap: EV Grid Integration & V2G Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Power Electronics, Systems Integration, Interoperability, Technical Standard

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Protecting Sensitive Data in Gen AI Model Responses

      Skills you'll gain: Data Loss Prevention, Generative AI, Personally Identifiable Information, Cloud API, Jupyter, Google Cloud Platform, Data Security, Scripting Languages

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners: Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Jupyter, Computational Thinking, Scripting Languages

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      Interactive and Immersive Experiences with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Storytelling, Game Design, Multimedia, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Persona (User Experience)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      LCFA Exam Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Display Devices

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      UBITS

      Maneja objeciones y clientes difíciles en retail

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Active Listening, Customer experience improvement, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Retention, Customer Service, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Assertiveness, Empathy, Conflict Management, Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Deep Learning Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Data Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

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      Packt

      Interview Questions and Real-World Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Problem Solving, Python Programming, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Nested If Statements and Compound Conditionals

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Game Design

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      Large Multimodal Model Prompting with Gemini

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Image Analysis, Text Mining, Application Development, Real Time Data

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      LearnQuest

      Blockchain Security - Intermediate Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Application Security, Network Security, Security Engineering, Secure Coding, Information Systems Security, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Transaction Processing, Data Integrity

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

    • Bridging the Gap: EV Grid Integration & V2G Systems: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Protecting Sensitive Data in Gen AI Model Responses: Google Cloud
    • BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners: Essentials: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Interactive and Immersive Experiences with Generative AI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • LCFA Exam Preparation: LearnQuest
    • Maneja objeciones y clientes difíciles en retail: UBITS
    • Deep Learning Essentials: University of Pennsylvania
    • Mobile Architecture: Meta
    • Interview Questions and Real-World Applications: Packt
    • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Nested If Statements and Compound Conditionals : University of California San Diego

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    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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