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      Packt

      Unity Game Projects — 20+ Mini Projects in Unity and C#

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Mobile Development, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Android (Operating System), Scripting, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Animations, Development Environment, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Master C# and SQL by Building Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Stored Procedure, Database Management, SQL, Database Development, C# (Programming Language), Application Development, Integration Testing, Development Environment, Microsoft Visual Studio, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Data Access, JSON, Document Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Exploring and Preparing Your Data with BigQuery - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Big Data, Google Cloud Platform, Data Quality, Data Analysis, SQL, Exploratory Data Analysis, Databases, Cloud Platforms, Data Visualization Software

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Build an application to send Chat Prompts using the Gemini model

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Application Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Large Language Modeling

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      LearnQuest

      Teradata: Building Analytics Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Teradata SQL, JSON, Data Integration, Advanced Analytics, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), Natural Language Processing

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Analyze Customer Reviews with Gemini Using Python Notebooks

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Applied Machine Learning, Big Data, Jupyter, Cloud Applications, Text Mining, Statistical Reporting

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Arduino OOP—Object-Oriented Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Electronic Components, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Program Development, Maintainability, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, File Management

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Attention Mechanism - 繁體中文

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Text Mining

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Unreal Engine — Ultimate Survival Horror Course

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Storytelling, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Artificial Intelligence, System Design and Implementation, Animations

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Core Game Setup and Basic Horror Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Materials and Textures in Unreal Engine 5

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Modeling, Game Design, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Environment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      OpenCL Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, C++ (Programming Language), Embedded Software, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Cross Platform Development, Hardware Architecture, Application Development, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Open Source Technology, Program Development, Application Performance Management, Development Environment

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular language courses

    • Unity Game Projects — 20+ Mini Projects in Unity and C#: Packt
    • Master C# and SQL by Building Applications: Packt
    • Exploring and Preparing Your Data with BigQuery - Español: Google Cloud
    • Build an application to send Chat Prompts using the Gemini model: Google Cloud
    • Teradata: Building Analytics Systems: LearnQuest
    • Analyze Customer Reviews with Gemini Using Python Notebooks: Google Cloud
    • Arduino OOP—Object-Oriented Programming: Packt
    • Attention Mechanism - 繁體中文: Google Cloud
    • Unreal Engine — Ultimate Survival Horror Course: Packt
    • Core Game Setup and Basic Horror Mechanics: Packt

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Language

    Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages:

    • Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language.
    • Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully.
    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas.
    • Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities.
    • Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings.
    • Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.‎

    Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels:

    • Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills.
    • Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding.
    • Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.‎

    Coursera offers several pathways to formalize your language learning:

    • Professional certificates that can enhance your language skills for personal or professional use.
    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your proficiency in specific language skills or cultural knowledge.
    • Degree programs or professional qualifications in language studies, linguistics, or translation that prepare you for advanced roles requiring multilingual capabilities.

    These educational options are intended to support your language development and demonstrate your commitment to mastering a new language.‎

    Studying a new language on Coursera can open up diverse career paths in international settings:

    • Translator or Interpreter: Facilitate communication between speakers of different languages in various contexts, such as legal, medical, or business.
    • Multilingual Customer Support: Provide assistance to customers from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
    • Language Educator: Teach a language at schools, universities, or online platforms.
    • Cultural Consultant: Offer insights and advice on cultural practices to businesses or organizations expanding into new markets.
    • International Relations Specialist: Use language skills to manage communications and relationships across countries.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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