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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Tic-Tac-Toe game in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Cross Platform Development, Event-Driven Programming, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Game Design, Python Programming, User Interface (UI)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Automated Report Generation with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Digital Transformation, AI Personalization, Automation, Generative AI, Business Reporting, Business Process Automation, Operational Efficiency, Artificial Intelligence, Data Collection, Data Analysis

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini in Google Drive

      Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Prompt Engineering, Google Workspace, Generative AI, File Management, Document Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      LLM Application Engineering and Development Certification

      Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Tool Calling, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Tensorflow, Semantic Web, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Analytical Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Supervised Learning, Computer Programming Tools

      3.1
      Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Columbia University

      Features and Boundaries

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Computer Graphics, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Databricks to Local LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Generative AI, Data Lakes, Extract, Transform, Load, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Transformation, LLM Application, Data Pipelines, Large Language Modeling, Apache Spark, Responsible AI, Data Analysis, Data Science, CI/CD, Machine Learning

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
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      University of London

      Creative Programming for Digital Media & Mobile Apps

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Mobile Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animation and Game Design, Music, Application Development, Multimedia, Computer Programming

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Chinese University of Hong Kong

      Intellectual Change in Early China: Warring States and Han

      Skills you'll gain: Culture, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, World History, Ancient History, Research, Political Sciences, Psychology, Economics, Governance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Edureka

      Programming with Rust

      Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), System Programming, Server Side, Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Back-End Web Development, Web Servers, Application Design, Package and Software Management, Software Documentation, Web Development Tools, Software Design Patterns, Database Development, Maintainability, Secure Coding, Debugging, Program Development, Application Development, Command-Line Interface

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      علم النجاح: ما يجب أن تعرفه من الباحثين

      Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Action Oriented, Self-Motivation, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Planning, Goal Setting, Resilience, Adaptability, Overcoming Obstacles, Science and Research, Learning Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Tokyo

      Contemporary Garden City Concept from Asia

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Landscape Architecture, Community Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Resource Management, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Full-Stack Web Development: PHP, HTML, CSS & JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, PHP (Scripting Language), Responsive Web Design, Server Side, User Interface (UI) Design, Node.JS, Front-End Web Development, MongoDB, Web Development Tools, HTML and CSS, Package and Software Management, React.js, Restful API, Web Design and Development, Javascript, Back-End Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Secure Coding, Full-Stack Web Development, Object-Relational Mapping

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Create a Tic-Tac-Toe game in Python: Coursera Project Network
    • Automated Report Generation with Generative AI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Gemini in Google Drive: Google Cloud
    • LLM Application Engineering and Development Certification: Simplilearn
    • Features and Boundaries: Columbia University
    • Databricks to Local LLMs: Duke University
    • Creative Programming for Digital Media & Mobile Apps: University of London
    • Intellectual Change in Early China: Warring States and Han: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
    • Programming with Rust: Edureka
    • علم النجاح: ما يجب أن تعرفه من الباحثين : University of Michigan

    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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