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      Northeastern University

      Application Engineering and Development Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Java Programming, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Modeling, Test Data, Software Development, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced Python Features and Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Software Design

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Arduino Programming and Project Development

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Basic Electrical Systems, Wireless Networks, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Control Systems, Interactive Design, Software Installation, Electronic Components, C and C++, Hardware Design, Electronics, Programming Principles, Display Devices, Embedded Software, Integrated Development Environments, Product Development, Electronic Systems, Embedded Systems

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      The Complete Guide for SQL with Microsoft SQL Server

      Skills you'll gain: Database Management Systems

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Apply, Analyze & Improve Quality

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Quality Management, Process Analysis, Quality Improvement, Process Capability, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Flow Diagrams, Pareto Chart, Run Chart, Statistical Process Controls, Process Improvement, Statistical Analysis, Quality Control, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Histogram, Scatter Plots

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Automating Kubernetes with GitOps

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Glasgow

      6G Evolution: Blockchain, Semantic Communications & Radar

      Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Generative AI, Communication Systems, Internet Of Things, Software-Defined Networking, Digital Communications, Network Architecture, Zero Trust Network Access, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Distributed Computing, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Health Technology, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Machine Learning, Trustworthiness

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Advanced Accessibility for Digital Products

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Test Automation, Usability, Human Centered Design, Usability Testing, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, UI/UX Strategy, Front-End Web Development, Software Testing, CI/CD, Semantic Web

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      Intro to Model Context Protocol (MCP)

      Skills you'll gain: Tool Calling, Real Time Data, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), API Gateway, Servers, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Middleware, LLM Application, Server Side, Generative AI, Network Protocols, Software Architecture

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Mastering Operating Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Linux, Package and Software Management, Shell Script, Linux Administration, Ubuntu, Microsoft Windows, Linux Commands, Unix Shell, Windows PowerShell, User Accounts, Bash (Scripting Language), Command-Line Interface, Unix, Operating Systems, Scripting, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Systems Administration, Windows Servers, Security Management

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Unity Breakout Game: Design, Implement, and Optimize

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Prototyping, Animations

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Applied React – Projects, Routing & State

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, Software Architecture, Application Development, Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), UI Components, Restful API, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Application Engineering and Development Part 2: Northeastern University
    • Advanced Python Features and Functions: Packt
    • Arduino Programming and Project Development: Packt
    • The Complete Guide for SQL with Microsoft SQL Server: Packt
    • Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt: Apply, Analyze & Improve Quality: EDUCBA
    • Automating Kubernetes with GitOps: Pearson
    • 6G Evolution: Blockchain, Semantic Communications & Radar: University of Glasgow
    • Advanced Accessibility for Digital Products: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Intro to Model Context Protocol (MCP): Scrimba
    • Mastering Operating Systems: Illinois Tech

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