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      University of London

      Foundations of Data Science: K-Means Clustering in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Matplotlib, Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, Unsupervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Analysis, Statistics, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, NumPy, Python Programming, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning

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      727 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis, Business Mathematics, Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California, Davis

      GIS Data Formats, Design and Quality

      Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Spatial Analysis, ArcGIS, Geographic Information Systems, Relational Databases, Geospatial Mapping, Data Sharing, Data Quality, Data Management, Data Storage, Data Modeling, Data Manipulation, Query Languages, Analytics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      AI-Enhanced Content Creation:Elevate Copywriting with Humata

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Target Audience, AI Personalization, Advertising, Blogs, Advertising Campaigns, Content Creation, Copywriting, Generative AI, Content Marketing, Writing, Web Content, Email Marketing, Automation

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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Foundations of Public Health Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Sanitation, Program Evaluation, Health Assessment, Behavioral Health, Microbiology, Epidemiology, Environment Health And Safety, Community Health, Health Systems, Infectious Diseases, Behavioral Economics, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Public Policies, Preventative Care, Social and Human Services

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      645 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Project Management: Foundations and Initiation

      Skills you'll gain: Resource Management, Stakeholder Management, Team Management, Engineering Management, Team Leadership, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Requirements Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Planning, Communication, Business Communication

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      887 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Getting Started with Go

      Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Development Environment, Data Access, Programming Principles, Data Structures, JSON, File Management, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Program Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Structured Query Language (SQL)

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Database Design, Databases, Data Integrity, Database Administration, Data Manipulation, Database Application, Data Validation, Data Analysis, Data Science

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Wesleyan University

      Data Analysis and Interpretation

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Modeling, Data Mining, Report Writing, Data Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Decision Tree Learning, Quantitative Research, SAS (Software), Statistical Methods, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Programming, Data Management, Data Analysis, Statistics, Machine Learning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Developing Industrial Internet of Things

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Data Storage Technologies, Internet Of Things, Data Storage, Big Data, Failure Analysis, Embedded Software, Machine Learning Algorithms, Embedded Systems, Data Quality, Debugging, Data Analysis, General Networking, Security Controls, Model Based Systems Engineering, Wireless Networks, Systems Development, File Systems, Technical Communication, Network Protocols

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      823 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Introduction to Software Testing

      Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Unit Testing, Verification And Validation, Test Automation, System Testing, Test Planning, Acceptance Testing, Testability, Test Case, Test Engineering, Code Coverage, Integration Testing

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      794 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Global Energy and Climate Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Policy, Energy and Utilities, Environmental Issue, Environment, Governance, International Relations, Security Strategy, Policy Development, Policy Analysis, Economics, Mitigation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      694 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Foundations of Data Science: K-Means Clustering in Python: University of London
    • Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • GIS Data Formats, Design and Quality: University of California, Davis
    • AI-Enhanced Content Creation:Elevate Copywriting with Humata: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Foundations of Public Health Practice: Imperial College London
    • Project Management: Foundations and Initiation: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Getting Started with Go: University of California, Irvine
    • The Structured Query Language (SQL): University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Analysis and Interpretation: Wesleyan University
    • Developing Industrial Internet of Things: University of Colorado Boulder

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