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      Duke University

      MLOps Tools: MLflow and Hugging Face

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Containerization, CI/CD, Docker (Software), Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Machine Learning Software, GitHub, Application Programming Interface (API)

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      AutoCAD 2023 Masterclass - Produce Amazing Site Plans

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Technical Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Computer-Aided Design, Architectural Design, Construction, Data Import/Export, File Management, Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Yonsei University

      Recent Advances in Freeform Electronics

      Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronics, Electronic Components, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Display Devices, Materials science, Biomedical Technology, Manufacturing Processes, Emerging Technologies, Reliability, Physics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      114 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 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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      82 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Simplilearn

      Programming with C ++

      Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Algorithms

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      Learn Generative AI with LLMs

      Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, Tensorflow, OpenAI, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Text Mining, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Ethics

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      51 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Printing Hardware

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, 3D Modeling, Manufacturing Processes, Digital Design, Mechanical Design, Control Systems, Materials science, Electronic Components, Mechanical Engineering

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      The Great Sustainability Transition: Global challenges, Local actions

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Environment, Pollution Prevention, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Climate Change Adaptation, Biology, Community Organizing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Your Professional Cloud Security Engineer Journey

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Data Security, Security Requirements Analysis, Security Engineering, Security Controls, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Security, Encryption, Firewall, Continuous Monitoring, CI/CD, Key Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      144 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Copenhagen

      Making Democracy Fit for Climate

      Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, International Relations, Political Sciences, Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Advocacy, Systems Thinking, Policy Analysis, Sustainable Development, Lobbying, Public Policies, Innovation, Governance

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Python Data Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Software Installation, Scripting, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Software Documentation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      546 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Data Cleaning & Processing with Copilot in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Prompt Engineering, Data Processing, Microsoft Excel, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Copilot, Data Wrangling, Data Quality, Data Transformation, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • MLOps Tools: MLflow and Hugging Face: Duke University
    • AutoCAD 2023 Masterclass - Produce Amazing Site Plans: Packt
    • Recent Advances in Freeform Electronics: Yonsei University
    • Embedded Systems using C: EDUCBA
    • Programming with C ++: Simplilearn
    • Learn Generative AI with LLMs: Edureka
    • 3D Printing Hardware: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • The Great Sustainability Transition: Global challenges, Local actions: Universiteit Leiden
    • Preparing for Your Professional Cloud Security Engineer Journey: Google Cloud
    • Making Democracy Fit for Climate: University of Copenhagen

    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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