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      Microsoft

      Foundations of Coding Full-Stack

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Programming Principles, Full-Stack Web Development, GitHub, Version Control, Program Development, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Pseudocode, Git (Version Control System), Web Design and Development, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Web Development, C# (Programming Language), Data Structures, Back-End Web Development

      4.8
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      116 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Careers in Sustainability

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Sustainable Development, Spreadsheet Software, Sustainability Reporting, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Business Writing, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Communication, Presentations

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Infosec

      Computer Forensics

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Data Security, Litigation Support, Network Security, Operating Systems, Data Structures, General Networking, Data Validation, Record Keeping, System Software, Data Storage, Disaster Recovery, Data Analysis Software, User Accounts, USB, System Configuration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      334 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      ChatGPT for Beginners: Save time with Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis Software, Unstructured Data, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Business Analytics, Data Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      323 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Understanding Basic SQL Syntax

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Data Access, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      323 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Interview Research and Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Adaptability, Communication, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Language Learning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      268 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      516 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of North Texas

      College English Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Writing, Grammar, Writing and Editing, Literacy, Proofreading, Vocabulary, English Language

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
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      DeepLearning.AI

      ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, Application Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California, Irvine

      Concurrency in Go

      Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Algorithms, OS Process Management, System Programming, Operating Systems, Computer Architecture

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      785 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Data Visualization with Tableau Project

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Visual Design, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Design, Exploratory Data Analysis, Proposal Development, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Data Cleansing, Data Quality, Data Import/Export

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      576 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Career Success Project

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Professional Development, Project Management, Time Management, Finance, Leadership and Management, Communication, Entrepreneurship, Business, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Presentations, Peer Review

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      337 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Foundations of Coding Full-Stack: Microsoft
    • Careers in Sustainability: Arizona State University
    • Computer Forensics: Infosec
    • ChatGPT for Beginners: Save time with Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • Understanding Basic SQL Syntax : Coursera Project Network
    • Interview Research and Preparation: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java: LearnQuest
    • College English Prep: University of North Texas
    • ChatGPT Prompt Engineering for Developers: DeepLearning.AI
    • Concurrency in Go: University of California, Irvine

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