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      Packt

      Java Programming Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Eclipse (Software), Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Software Installation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Data Tidying and Importing with R

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Wrangling, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Cleansing, R Programming, Data Transformation, Statistical Programming, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Intermediate Ethical Hacking Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Application Security, Web Applications, Cybersecurity, Firewall, Network Security, Wireless Networks, Command-Line Interface, Microsoft Windows, Virtual Machines, SQL

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Creating a Multi Page App using HTML & CSS

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Rust Programming Masterclass from Beginner to Expert

      Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Web Servers, Package and Software Management, Development Environment, Blockchain, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning, Maintainability, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Web Scraping, Software Testing, System Programming, Software Design Patterns, Development Testing, Scalability

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tsinghua University

      Data Structures and Algorithms (III)

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Database Design, Query Languages, Algorithms, Computer Programming

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Pedagogy, Data Security, Cryptography, Information Privacy, Encryption, AI Personalization, Computer Science, Web Applications, Web Servers, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Foundations of Modern C++

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Environment, Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, System Programming, Apple Xcode, Data Structures, Maintainability, Performance Tuning, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      Learn CSS Grid

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Design, UI Components

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      VSCode for Developers: Set up a professional environment

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Development Environment, Software Development

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      React Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Javascript, HTML and CSS, User Interface (UI), Event-Driven Programming

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electronic Systems, PIC Microcontrollers, Computer Systems, Internet Of Things, Automation, Vibrations, System Programming, Control Systems, C (Programming Language), Programmable Logic Controllers, Hardware Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Electronics, Wireless Networks, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electric Power Systems, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Java Programming Fundamentals and Object-Oriented Concepts: Packt
    • Data Tidying and Importing with R: Duke University
    • Intermediate Ethical Hacking Techniques: Packt
    • Creating a Multi Page App using HTML & CSS: Coursera Project Network
    • Rust Programming Masterclass from Beginner to Expert: Packt
    • Data Structures and Algorithms (III): Tsinghua University
    • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy: University of California San Diego
    • Foundations of Modern C++: Packt
    • Learn CSS Grid: Scrimba
    • VSCode for Developers: Set up a professional environment: Coursera Project Network

    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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