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      Microsoft

      Performance Optimization and Scalability

      Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Microsoft Copilot, Application Design, Query Languages, Redis, Performance Testing, Application Performance Management, Database Management, SQL

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Structural scheme setting and ETABS Analysis of RCC Building

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Structural Analysis, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Building Codes, Construction, Engineering Software, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Supervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, NumPy, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Matplotlib, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Computer Vision, Feature Engineering, Text Mining, Regression Analysis, Performance Tuning

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Communications and High-Speed Signals with Raspberry Pi

      Skills you'll gain: Electronics, Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Serial Peripheral Interface, Electronic Components, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Improve Communication with Genial.ly

      Skills you'll gain: Train The Trainer, Virtual Environment, Technical Communication, Design, Educational Materials, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnostics, Networks, Customers

      Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Technical Communication, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Network Administration, Desktop Support, Debugging, Help Desk Support, Problem Management, Network Analysis

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Managing Professional Work Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Building, Teamwork, Staff Management, Collaboration, Team Motivation, Professional Development, Leadership, Accountability, Conflict Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Development, Emotional Intelligence, Safety Culture

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Next.js

      Skills you'll gain: JavaScript Frameworks, React.js, Application Development, Application Deployment, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Routing Protocols, Responsive Web Design, Server Side, Application Programming Interface (API), Scalability

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Edureka

      Mastering Angular Development

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Application Deployment, JavaScript Frameworks, TypeScript, Test Tools, CI/CD, Unit Testing, Web Development Tools, Software Testing, Web Applications, Continuous Integration, Application Performance Management, Web Development, Ajax, Application Lifecycle Management, Secure Coding, Code Coverage, Command-Line Interface, Software Architecture, Version Control

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp

      Power BI Data Analyst Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Power BI, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Star Schema, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Data Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Modern Web Development Specialization

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, CI/CD, Model View Controller, ASP.NET, Cloud Infrastructure, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Development, Load Balancing, OAuth, Continuous Integration, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Web Development, Web Applications, Application Performance Management, Microservices, Secure Coding

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      165 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build an Automated Landing page using AI from Wix ADI

      Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Web Analytics, Automation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game design courses

    • Performance Optimization and Scalability: Microsoft
    • Structural scheme setting and ETABS Analysis of RCC Building: L&T EduTech
    • Machine Learning: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Communications and High-Speed Signals with Raspberry Pi: Johns Hopkins University
    • Improve Communication with Genial.ly: Coursera Project Network
    • Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnostics, Networks, Customers: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Managing Professional Work Teams: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Next.js: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Mastering Angular Development: Edureka
    • Power BI Data Analyst Prep: SkillUp

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