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    Master the theory of computation for understanding what can be computed. Learn about automata, formal languages, and Turing machines.

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      Duke University

      GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Data Modeling

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      Frontend Development using Angular

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, HTML and CSS, Javascript, Front-End Web Development, Scalability, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Software Design Patterns, TypeScript, UI Components

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans

      Skills you'll gain: Pre-Clinical Development, Clinical Research, Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Medical Science and Research, Pharmaceuticals, Laboratory Research, Science and Research, Health Policy, Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Animals and Institutions

      Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Social Sciences, Laboratory Research, Research, Sociology, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Food and Beverage, Environmental Issue, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Sports Medicine

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Kubernetes, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Docker (Software), TCP/IP, Network Routers, Software-Defined Networking, Network Routing, Containerization, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Model, Network Switches, Firewall, Virtualization, Network Protocols

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      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Creative Coding: Hands-On Python

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Unit Testing, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Transformation, Databases, Data Visualization Software, Object Oriented Design, Web Scraping, Data Science, Creative Design, Scatter Plots, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Python Programming, Development Testing, Computer Programming, Program Development, Diversity and Inclusion

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Python for Data Visualization: Matplotlib & Seaborn

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Histogram, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Seaborn, Scatter Plots, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Graphing, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      72 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Enhance Organizational Communications with Slack

      Skills you'll gain: Slack (Software), Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Internal Communications, Organizational Skills, Business Communication, Team Management, Communication Strategies, Resource Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      73 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      SkillUp

      React Native: Developing Android and iOS Apps

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, iOS Development, Android Development, React Redux, UI Components, Development Environment, Debugging, Data Storage Technologies, Software Testing, Software Development, Data Validation, Performance Tuning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Hardware and Operating System Foundations I

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Windows, Windows PowerShell, Operating System Administration, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Systems Administration, Desktop Support, System Configuration, Control Panels, OS Process Management, IT Automation, General Networking, Computing Platforms, Graphical Tools, File Management, Network Troubleshooting, User Accounts

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      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      The 360º Corporation: Tools for Achieving Corporate Purpose

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Strategy, Business Transformation, Governance, Business Leadership, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Stakeholder Analysis, Leadership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create an E-book Cover Using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design, Creative Design

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular theory of computation courses

    • GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work: Duke University
    • Frontend Development using Angular: Board Infinity
    • Translating Basic Research into Research for Humans : University of Michigan
    • Animals and Institutions: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Creative Coding: Hands-On Python: University of Michigan
    • Python for Data Visualization: Matplotlib & Seaborn: Coursera Project Network
    • Enhance Organizational Communications with Slack: Coursera Project Network
    • React Native: Developing Android and iOS Apps: SkillUp
    • Hardware and Operating System Foundations I: Illinois Tech

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