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      Meta

      Meta Front-End Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Data Structures, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Web Development Tools, Javascript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Regression Analysis, LLM Application, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Generative AI Agents, Natural Language Processing, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Data Science

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Multiple educators

      Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Jupyter, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Tensorflow, Responsible AI, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Feature Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      36K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Embedded Systems using C

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Debugging, System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Data Structures, Peripheral Devices

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      84 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments

      Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Git (Version Control System), Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Software Design, Hardware Architecture, Cross Platform Development, Debugging

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      643 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Information​ ​Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Cybersecurity, Business Requirements, Business Systems, Cloud Computing, IT Management, Supply Chain Systems, Change Management, Business Technologies, Information Technology, Organizational Change, Technology Strategies, System Implementation, User Requirements Documents, Technology Solutions, Project Management, Critical Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      DeepLearning.AI TensorFlow Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Natural Language Processing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Generative AI, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Machine Learning Methods, Forecasting, Data Processing, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Real-Time Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Control Systems, Performance Tuning, Systems Architecture, Computer Engineering, Hardware Architecture, Software Architecture, Verification And Validation, Debugging, Real Time Data, System Design and Implementation, Middleware, System Programming, Software Technical Review, Software Design, Software Systems

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      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      108 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Systems Thinking Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Systems Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking, Organizational Change, Collaboration, Data Visualization

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Electric Power Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Sustainable Technologies, Emerging Technologies

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

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      DeepLearning.AI

      AI For Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Strategic Thinking, Data Science, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      50K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      FPGA Design for Embedded Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Systems, Verification And Validation, Embedded Systems, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, System Design and Implementation, Program Development, Technical Design, Computer Architecture, Eclipse (Software), Computational Logic, Hardware Architecture, Embedded Software, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Software Development, Software Development Tools, Simulations

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      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Meta Front-End Developer: Meta
    • IBM AI Engineering: IBM
    • Machine Learning: DeepLearning.AI
    • Embedded Systems using C: EDUCBA
    • Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Information​ ​Systems: University of Minnesota
    • DeepLearning.AI TensorFlow Developer: DeepLearning.AI
    • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Systems Thinking Basics: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Electric Power Systems: University at Buffalo

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