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      Duke University

      Python and Rust with Linux Command Line Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Serverless Computing, Command-Line Interface, Maintainability, Amazon Web Services, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Application Deployment, Software Development Tools, Program Development, System Programming, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Software Testing

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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modern Topics in Condensed Matter Physics

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Advanced Mathematics, Materials science, Physics, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build Your First GUI App With Java

      Skills you'll gain: Application Design, Application Development, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Java Programming, User Interface (UI), Java, Software Design

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Fractal Analytics

      Unlocking AI and ML : Your Path to Smart Business Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Processing, Business Analytics, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Business Intelligence, Data Quality, Business Ethics, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Science, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming, Unsupervised Learning

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Excel Formulas, Generative AI, Data Pipelines, Data Ethics, Data Processing, Debugging, Microsoft Excel, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, SQL, Integrated Development Environments

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Edureka

      Generative AI Architecture and Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Information Privacy, Natural Language Processing, Application Development, Data Security

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Build a Two Screen Flutter Application

      Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Cross Platform Development, Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Application Design, Web Design and Development, iOS Development, Android Studio, UI Components

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Goal Setting, Self-Discipline, Stress Management, Smart Goals, Behavior Management, Exercise Science, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      578 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Engineering and Product Design Processes

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Design Process, Engineering Drawings, Prototyping, Product Design, Product Development, Hardware Design, Research and Design, Design Specifications, Ideation, User Feedback

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      73 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Data Preparation and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Analytics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Mining, Statistical Modeling, Python Programming, Feature Engineering, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Urinary Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Pulmonology, Cardiology, Respiration, Anatomy, Hematology, Urology, Nephrology, Physiology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Dense Gases, Liquids and Solids

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Chemical Engineering, Materials science, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

    • Python and Rust with Linux Command Line Tools: Duke University
    • Modern Topics in Condensed Matter Physics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Build Your First GUI App With Java: Coursera Project Network
    • Unlocking AI and ML : Your Path to Smart Business Solutions: Fractal Analytics
    • Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI: Microsoft
    • Generative AI Architecture and Application Development: Edureka
    • Build a Two Screen Flutter Application: Google Cloud
    • Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan: Case Western Reserve University
    • Engineering and Product Design Processes: Arizona State University
    • Data Preparation and Analysis: Illinois Tech

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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