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    • A

      Amazon Web Services

      Developing Applications in Python on AWS

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Amazon DynamoDB, API Gateway, Serverless Computing, Database Management, Amazon Web Services, Application Programming Interface (API), Relational Databases, Cloud API, Service Oriented Architecture, Microservices, Python Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Development, NoSQL, Application Development, Web Development, Automation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      IBM

      Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Portfolio Management, LinkedIn, Project Management, Presentations, Applicant Tracking Systems, Relationship Building, Recruitment, Business Writing, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      American Psychological Association

      Student Success

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Writing, Learning Strategies, Resilience, Editing, Human Learning, Proofreading, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Productivity, Mental Concentration, Personal Development, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Style Guides, Self-Discipline, Critical Thinking, Communication, Time Management, Behavioral Health

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Toronto

      GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, ArcGIS, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Synthesis, Data Compilation, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Mapping, Data Storytelling, Data Integration, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Management, Design Elements And Principles, Metadata Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      312 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications

      Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Analysis, Software Design Documents, Mockups, User Requirements Documents, Security Requirements Analysis, User Story, Functional Requirement, Storyboarding, Business Requirements, Unified Modeling Language, Technical Communication, Interviewing Skills, Software Documentation, Meeting Facilitation, Software Development Life Cycle, System Requirements, Systems Design, Risk Management Framework, Prototyping

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      847 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Goodwill Industries International

      Supporting Clients

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Onboarding, Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Client Support, Coaching, Client Services, Relationship Building, LinkedIn, Branding, Writing, Recruitment, Brand Management, Entrepreneurship, Financial Planning, Goal Setting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Teaching Texts and Forms

      Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Writing, Literacy, Analytical Skills, Storytelling, Creativity, Constructive Feedback

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      U

      University of Michigan

      AI-Powered Data Analysis: A Practical Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Analytical Skills, Version Control, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Data Management, Prompt Engineering, Integrated Development Environments

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Virginia

      Innovating with the Business Model Canvas

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Modeling, Business Planning, Business Process, Process Design, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Innovation, Customer Analysis, Business Priorities, Strategic Partnership, Product Strategy, Operational Excellence, Product Management, Value Propositions, Customer Relationship Management, Strategic Prioritization

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      308 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Johns Hopkins University

      Responding, Revising and Assessing Student Writings

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Student-Centred Learning, Student Engagement, Peer Review, Instructional Strategies, Writing, Differentiated Instruction

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
      P

      Politecnico di Milano

      Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology)

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Science and Research, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Scientific Methods, Program Evaluation, Qualitative Research, Peer Review, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Verification And Validation, Innovation, Grant Writing, Intellectual Property

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      190 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      S

      SkillUp EdTech

      Introduction to Ethical Hacking Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Technical Writing, Information Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • Developing Applications in Python on AWS: Amazon Web Services
    • Project Management Job Search, Resume, and Interview Prep: IBM
    • Student Success: American Psychological Association
    • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone: University of Toronto
    • Requirements Engineering: Secure Software Specifications: University of Colorado System
    • Supporting Clients: Goodwill Industries International
    • Teaching Texts and Forms: Johns Hopkins University
    • AI-Powered Data Analysis: A Practical Introduction: University of Michigan
    • Innovating with the Business Model Canvas: University of Virginia
    • Responding, Revising and Assessing Student Writings: Johns Hopkins University

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