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      IBM

      IBM Back-End Development

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Istio, Linux Commands, Application Deployment, Kubernetes, NoSQL, Bash (Scripting Language), MongoDB, Shell Script, Django (Web Framework), Object-Relational Mapping, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), Flask (Web Framework), Grafana, Microservices, Data Import/Export, Python Programming

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Restful API, ChatGPT, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, Application Security, CI/CD, Application Programming Interface (API), Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Java Programming

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

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      IBM

      IBM Data Management

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Visualization, Data Security, Data Migration, Database Design, Data Governance, MySQL, Descriptive Statistics, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Store, Data Management, Relational Databases, Databases, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Architecture, Excel Formulas, Business Intelligence

      4.7
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      18K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization and Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Tuning, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM AI Foundations for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Generative AI, Big Data, Information Architecture, Strategic Decision-Making, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Data Science, Digital Transformation, Natural Language Processing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Process Automation, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence, Leadership, Content Creation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      97K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Edge Impulse

      Introduction to Embedded Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Data Processing, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Computer Programming

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      739 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM IT Project Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Peer Review, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Software Design, Project Management, Information Technology, Risk Management, Interviewing Skills, Agile Project Management, Leadership, Communication

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Akamai Technologies, Inc.

      Operating Systems Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Ubuntu, Linux Administration, File Systems, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, User Accounts, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, OS Process Management, File Management, Unix Shell, Unix Commands, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Open Source Technology, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Software Installation

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      118 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Risk Management, FinTech, Change Management, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      IBM JavaScript Backend

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Containerization, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Istio, Node.JS, Application Deployment, Restful API, Kubernetes, Database Design, Cloud-Native Computing, Responsive Web Design, NoSQL, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), Ajax, Grafana, Javascript, Azure DevOps, Engineering Software

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Multiple educators

      IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Incident Response, Cloud Computing Architecture, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Services, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Generative AI, Configuration Management, Governance, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Education Software and Technology, Anthropic Claude, Learning Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Machine Learning, Information Privacy, Emerging Technologies, Data Security, Mitigation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      8.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular distributed systems courses

    • IBM Back-End Development: IBM
    • Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers: IBM
    • IBM Data Management: IBM
    • Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization and Optimization: DeepLearning.AI
    • IBM AI Foundations for Business: IBM
    • Introduction to Embedded Machine Learning: Edge Impulse
    • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
    • Operating Systems Fundamentals: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
    • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • IBM JavaScript Backend: IBM

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