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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Energy Modeling: Predicting & Optimizing Consumption

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Google Gemini, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting, Analytics, Electrical Systems, Data Analysis, Capacity Management, 3D Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Sustainable Technologies, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Facility Management, Data Visualization, Artificial Intelligence, Search Engine Optimization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Advanced Videography: Commercial Filmmaking Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Videography, Video Editing, Photography, Storytelling

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Python Development

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Structures, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Version Control, Matplotlib, Plotly, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Web Development, Data Ethics, Flask (Web Framework), Data Visualization, Scripting, GitHub, Debugging, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Automation, Cloud Computing

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Scrimba

      CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Typography, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Web Development Tools, Browser Compatibility, Application Deployment, Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Animations, Software Development Tools, UI Components, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Javascript, Maintainability, Interactive Design

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      206 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and HEENT Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Patient Preparation, Teamwork, Patient Communication, Patient Evaluation, Collaboration, Vital Signs, Health Technology, Clinical Assessment, Health Care, Patient Coordination, Health Assessment, Clinical Practices, Patient Education And Counseling, Patient-centered Care, Patient Treatment, Patient Education and Support, Patient Flow, Telecommunications, Communication

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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments

      Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Program Development, Software Design, Hardware Architecture, Debugging, Command-Line Interface

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Lund University

      The Juliet Language for Motion Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Automation Engineering, Programming Principles, Control Systems, Automation, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Robotic Process Automation, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      What's New in Modern C++

      Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), System Programming, Software Design Patterns

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      Gemini and Vertex AI: Building Intelligent Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Generative AI Agents, Application Deployment, LLM Application, Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Performance Tuning, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Software Development Tools, Cloud Platforms

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon

      Amazon Junior Software Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, JUnit, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, SQL, Full-Stack Web Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Development, Restful API, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Database Management, MySQL, Digital Transformation, Relational Databases, Java Programming, Generative AI

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Sales Structures, Systems & Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Talent Management, Competitive Analysis, Sales Operations, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Sales, Market Share, Sales Enablement, Organizational Structure, Workforce Planning, Performance Improvement, Performance Measurement, Operational Excellence, Talent Acquisition, Strategic Marketing, Compensation Strategy, Brand Strategy, Revenue Management, Disaster Recovery

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Premiere Pro Pt. 3 — Audio, Color & Exporting

      Skills you'll gain: Post-Production, Adobe Premiere, Video Editing, Data Import/Export, Video Production, Color Matching, Multimedia, Music, Quality Assurance

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • Energy Modeling: Predicting & Optimizing Consumption: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Advanced Videography: Commercial Filmmaking Essentials: Skillshare
    • Microsoft Python Development: Microsoft
    • CSS: Scrimba
    • Telehealth: Essentials, Teamwork, and HEENT Exam: Duke University
    • Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments: University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Juliet Language for Motion Programming: Lund University
    • What's New in Modern C++: Pearson
    • Gemini and Vertex AI: Building Intelligent Applications: Edureka
    • Amazon Junior Software Developer: Amazon

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