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    Master basic statistics for data analysis. Learn to collect, analyze, and interpret data using statistical methods and tools.

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      École normale supérieure

      Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Physics, Simulations, Computational Logic, Numerical Analysis, Markov Model, Mechanics, Quantitative Research, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus

      4.8
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      265 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1a

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Networking Hardware, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Peripheral Devices

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
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      89 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Michigan State University

      Game Design and Development 2: 2D Platformer

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Storytelling, User Experience Design, C# (Programming Language), Animations, Scripting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      118 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Berklee

      Arranging for Songwriters

      Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Writing, Creativity

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics

      Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Oncology, Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Medical Science and Research, Precision Medicine, Healthcare Ethics, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      116 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Natural Language Processing in Microsoft Azure

      Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Unstructured Data, Analytics, Application Development, Application Programming Interface (API)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      International Business Operations

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Purchasing, Supply Chain Planning, Global Marketing, Shipping and Receiving, Futures Exchange, Derivatives

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Red Hat

      Foundations of Red Hat Cloud-native Development

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Docker (Software), Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Command-Line Interface

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      157 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Probability & Statistics, Big Data

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      321 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Understanding Data: Navigating Statistics, Science, and AI

      Skills you'll gain: Histogram, Generative AI, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Collection, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Scientific Methods, Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Experimentation, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Research Design, Statistical Visualization, Research, Artificial Intelligence, Probability & Statistics

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Digital Signal Processing 2: Filtering

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Electronic Systems, Engineering Analysis, Computer Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Numerical Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Data Mapping, Real Time Data

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Palo Alto Networks

      Palo Alto Networks Cloud Security Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Cloud Platforms, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, DevSecOps, Software As A Service, Network Security, Cloud Applications, Public Cloud, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Firewall, Serverless Computing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines, Containerization, Data Centers, Virtualization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      141 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations: École normale supérieure
    • Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1a: Illinois Tech
    • Game Design and Development 2: 2D Platformer: Michigan State University
    • Arranging for Songwriters: Berklee
    • The Little Stuff: Energy, Cells, and Genetics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Natural Language Processing in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
    • International Business Operations: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Foundations of Red Hat Cloud-native Development: Red Hat
    • Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods: University of Washington
    • Understanding Data: Navigating Statistics, Science, and AI: University of Michigan

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