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      Meta

      Meta iOS Developer

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Restful API, Version Control, Apple iOS, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Apple Xcode, Data Structures, Swift Programming, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), User Interface (UI), Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Mobile Development, Javascript

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      4.6
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, ChatGPT, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Keyword Research, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Search Engine Optimization, Machine Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Python 3 Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, JSON, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Data Processing, Web Scraping, Unit Testing, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Restful API, Image Analysis, Data Manipulation, Jupyter, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Engineering, File Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Skillshare

      Midjourney: Generative AI for Creatives

      Skills you'll gain: Graphic and Visual Design, ChatGPT, Creative Design

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      SQL for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, SQL, Data Quality, Database Design, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Relational Databases, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Crafting User-First Product Experiences in the AI Era

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, User Story, User Interface (UI), Competitive Intelligence, Usability, Persona Development, Microsoft Copilot, Product Development, Market Analysis, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Customer Analysis, Design Thinking, Product Roadmaps, User Interface (UI) Design, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Governance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Diseño de Videojuegos: Una introducción

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Functional Specification, Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Software Design Documents, Interaction Design, Prototyping, C# (Programming Language), Creativity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Google Business Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Database Design, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Extract, Transform, Load, Tableau Software, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Interviewing Skills, Business Process, Business Analysis, Professional Development, Google Gemini, Data Analysis, SQL

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5K reviews

      Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Cleansing, Large Language Modeling, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Generative AI Assistants

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Ideation, Verification And Validation, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Personalized Service, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management Framework, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Expense Management, Creative Thinking, Productivity Software, Creative Problem-Solving

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Performance Measurement, Search Engine Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Search Engine Optimization, Branding, Business Metrics, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Customer Engagement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing, E-Commerce, Email Marketing, Brand Awareness, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Esports

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Video Game Development, Media Strategy, Contract Negotiation, Media and Communications, Branding, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Brand Management, Business Planning, Game Design, Recruitment, Fundraising, Live Streaming, Higher Education, Workforce Planning, Content Creation, Relationship Building, Market Dynamics, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      264 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Meta iOS Developer: Meta
    • Generative AI for Digital Marketing: IBM
    • Python 3 Programming: University of Michigan
    • Midjourney: Generative AI for Creatives: Skillshare
    • SQL for Data Science: University of California, Davis
    • Crafting User-First Product Experiences in the AI Era: Microsoft
    • Diseño de Videojuegos: Una introducción: Universidad de los Andes
    • Google Business Intelligence: Google
    • ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight: Vanderbilt University
    • Generative AI Assistants: Vanderbilt University

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