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Writing courses can help you learn narrative structure, character development, persuasive techniques, and editing skills. You can build abilities in crafting compelling arguments, developing unique voices, and refining your style through feedback. Many courses introduce tools like Grammarly for grammar checks, Scrivener for organizing drafts, and various writing software that aid in the creative process, enhancing your overall writing proficiency.


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    Packt

    Learn GitHub Flavored Markdown

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Version Control

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Learn Reflection with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Test Script Development, Program Development, Application Frameworks, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Becoming a Linux Power User

    Skills you'll gain: Scripting Languages

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (4): Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Industrial Engineering, Business Modeling, Process Optimization, Engineering Calculations, Feasibility Studies, Project Design, Engineering Management, Business Operations, Data Visualization, Presentations, Complex Problem Solving, Business Analytics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Rust – Lifetimes, Iterators, Testing & Randomness

    Skills you'll gain: Test Data

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Primeros Pasos con Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Business Writing, Microsoft Office, Document Management, Photo Editing, Writing and Editing, Multimedia, Entrepreneurship, Productivity Software, Office Administration, Graphic Design

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Compliance Officers: Streamline Regulatory Reports

    Skills you'll gain: Compliance Reporting, Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, AI Workflows, Compliance Management, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Regulatory Compliance, Report Writing, Workflow Management, Business Reporting, Data Validation, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Verification And Validation, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Reaper Scripts for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Data Management, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Legal and Ethical Cyber Investigations

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Electronic Discovery, Investigation, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Assessment, Technical Communication, Computer Security Incident Management, Report Writing, Legal Hearings, Cybersecurity, Litigation Support, Fraud detection, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Document Management, Compliance Reporting, Data Collection, Analysis, Management Reporting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Gatling Fundamentals for Stress Testing APIs - Scala

    Skills you'll gain: Test Script Development, API Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Goldman Sachs

    Les bases du financement avec Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women 

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Finance, Financial Analysis, Fundraising, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Financial Forecasting, Stakeholder Communications, Financial Planning, Loans, Mergers & Acquisitions

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Présentez votre Business avec Visme

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Writing, Sales Presentation, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Product Demonstration, Price Negotiation, Marketing Design, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular writing courses

  • Learn GitHub Flavored Markdown: Packt
  • Learn Reflection with Java: Pearson
  • Becoming a Linux Power User: Packt
  • Operations Research (4): Capstone Project: National Taiwan University
  • Advanced Rust – Lifetimes, Iterators, Testing & Randomness: Packt
  • Primeros Pasos con Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • GenAI for Compliance Officers: Streamline Regulatory Reports: Coursera
  • Reaper Scripts for Beginners: Packt
  • Legal and Ethical Cyber Investigations : Starweaver
  • Gatling Fundamentals for Stress Testing APIs - Scala: Packt

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