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      EDUCBA

      MongoDB: The Complete Guide to NoSQL Database Development

      Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Restful API, API Design, NoSQL, Database Development, Node.JS, Query Languages, Database Management, Distributed Computing, Database Design, Database Architecture and Administration, Performance Tuning, Data Architecture, Scalability, Data Modeling, Data Validation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Presentaciones de Alto Impacto con IA

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Public Speaking, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Technical Communication, Graphic and Visual Design, Storytelling, Graphic Design, Design, Creative Design, Aesthetics

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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea piezas para redes sociales usando Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Social Media, Content Creation, Creative Design, Marketing Design, Marketing Collateral, Instagram, Design Elements And Principles, Editing, Photo Editing, Branding, Marketing, Video Editing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Michigan State University

      Current Gen 3D Game Prop Production

      Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Prototyping, Computer Graphic Techniques, Design Research, Graphical Tools, Baking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      Intro to Operating Systems 4: Persistence

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, Data Integrity, Debugging, Systems Design, Distributed Computing, Data Storage, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Computer Systems, Command-Line Interface, Data Security, Computer Hardware, Scalability, Version Control

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      56 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives

      Skills you'll gain: Child Health, Maternal Health, Health Promotion, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health, Health Equity, Nutrition Education, Community Health, Health Policy, Patient Education And Counseling, Diversity Awareness, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Educational Materials, Environmental Issue

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create Striking Real Estate Instagram Posts in Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Instagram, Creative Design, Social Media Content, Graphics Software, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Real Estate

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California, Davis

      Interactivity with JavaScript and jQuery

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript and jQuery, jQuery, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Javascript, UI Components, Web Development Tools, Game Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Animations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      64 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Building Powerful Reports and Dashboards in Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Dashboard, Power BI, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Reporting, Business Analytics, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Security, Data Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Renewable Energy & Power Evacuation

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Architecture, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Technologies, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Sustainability Reporting, Climate Change Mitigation, Electric Power Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Electrical Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Innovation, Environment, Transportation Operations, Architecture and Construction, Architectural Engineering, Thermal Management, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Data Analytics in Sports Law and Team Management

      Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Facility Management, Performance Analysis, Facility Operations, Business Analytics, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Management, Data Analysis, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Risk, Health Technology, Contract Management, Operations Management, Contract Negotiation, Organizational Structure

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon

      Generative AI in Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Strategic Decision-Making, Software Development Tools, Microsoft Copilot, Program Development, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, User Interface (UI) Design, Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    • MongoDB: The Complete Guide to NoSQL Database Development: EDUCBA
    • Presentaciones de Alto Impacto con IA: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Crea piezas para redes sociales usando Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Current Gen 3D Game Prop Production: Michigan State University
    • Intro to Operating Systems 4: Persistence: Codio
    • Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives: University of Michigan
    • Create Striking Real Estate Instagram Posts in Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Interactivity with JavaScript and jQuery: University of California, Davis
    • Building Powerful Reports and Dashboards in Power BI: Microsoft
    • Renewable Energy & Power Evacuation: L&T EduTech

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