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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Functional Programming Principles in Scala (Scala 2 version)

      Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Functional Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming Tools

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Organizational Change, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Management Training And Development, Team Performance Management, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Performance Measurement, Meeting Facilitation, Constructive Feedback, Professional Development, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      The Construction Management Industry and Profession

      Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Cost Management, Facility Management, Communication Planning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Power System Modelling and Fault Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Equipment, Three-Phase, High Voltage, Wiring Diagram, Electrical Engineering, Systems Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Network Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Advanced Cybersecurity Concepts and Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Application Security, Threat Detection, Security Strategy, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Internet Of Things, Secure Coding, Network Security, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Identity and Access Management, Asset Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      85 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      System Validation (4): Modelling Software, Protocols, and other behaviour

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Analysis, Communication Systems, Verification And Validation, Systems Design, Data Modeling, Programming Principles, Software Design, Software Architecture, Network Protocols, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Customer Journey Mapping

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Customer Insights, AI Personalization, Customer Analysis, ChatGPT, Customer experience strategy (CX), Real Time Data, Persona Development, Design Thinking, Predictive Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Analysis, Design

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Introduction to Programming

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Computer Architecture, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Algorithms, File Management, Operating Systems, Program Development, Debugging

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Azure Network Engineer: AZ-700 Exam Prep & Certification

      Skills you'll gain: Network Planning And Design, Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Load Balancing, Network Performance Management, Network Support, Network Infrastructure, Scalability, Cloud Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Firewall, Network Administration, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Software-Defined Networking, Performance Tuning, Wide Area Networks, Network Routing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Dartmouth College

      Engineering of Structures: Response of Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Civil Engineering, Vibrations, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Prototyping, 3D Modeling

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Embedded Systems Theory and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Real Time Data, Software Design, Software Systems, System Programming, System Design and Implementation, Linux, Performance Tuning, Systems Analysis, C (Programming Language), Verification And Validation, Algorithms, Debugging

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Natural Gas Production and Processing

      Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Process Control, Production Process, Manufacturing and Production, Safety Standards, Materials science, Equipment Design, Environmental Regulations, Engineering Calculations, Facility Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game design courses

    • Functional Programming Principles in Scala (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Designing and Implementing Your Coaching Strategy: University of California, Davis
    • The Construction Management Industry and Profession: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Power System Modelling and Fault Analysis: L&T EduTech
    • Advanced Cybersecurity Concepts and Capstone Project: Microsoft
    • System Validation (4): Modelling Software, Protocols, and other behaviour: EIT Digital
    • GenAI for Customer Journey Mapping: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Introduction to Programming: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Azure Network Engineer: AZ-700 Exam Prep & Certification: EDUCBA
    • Engineering of Structures: Response of Structures: Dartmouth College

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