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Optimization Courses

Optimization courses can help you learn techniques for improving performance, resource allocation, and decision-making processes. You can build skills in linear programming, heuristic methods, and simulation modeling, that support analyzing complex systems. Many courses introduce tools like Excel Solver, MATLAB, and Python libraries such as SciPy, enabling you to apply optimization methods to real-world problems in logistics, finance, and operations management.


Popular Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Salesforce CLM & CPQ: Streamlining Contract Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Contract Management, Business Reporting, Sales Operations, Systems Integration, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Analytics, Workflow Management, Process Optimization, Business Process Automation, Configuration Management, Automation, Compliance Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    SQL for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Database Administration, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, SQL, Databases, Transaction Processing, Query Languages

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    TBMs,Pile Rigs,Cranes & Hauling Vehicles

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Construction, Civil Engineering, Equipment Design, Structural Engineering, Safety Standards, Maintenance, Repair, and Facility Services, Construction Management, Safety Assurance, Mechanical Engineering, Facility Management and Maintenance, Hydraulics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Gemini and Vertex AI: Building Intelligent Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Gemini, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, AI Workflows, Tool Calling, Multimodal Prompts, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, Software Development Tools, Cloud Platforms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    OpenCL Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, C++ (Programming Language), System Programming, Computer Architecture, Cross Platform Development, Hardware Architecture, Application Development, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fractal Analytics

    How to Build a Diffusion Model - An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Generative AI, Data Preprocessing, Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Quality

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Architecting in AWS

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Disaster Recovery, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Solution Architecture, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Cloud Engineering, Kubernetes, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Security, Cloud Solutions, Docker (Software), Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Cloud Computing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Unity Procedural Generation & Game Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Animations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Software Design Patterns, Video Game Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data-oriented programming, Game Design, Scalability, Virtual Environment, Software Development Tools, Virtual Reality, Computer Graphics, Performance Tuning, Data Validation, Real Time Data, Computer Graphic Techniques, Scripting, C# (Programming Language)

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Starweaver

    Build a Data Warehouse Using BigQuery

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Business Intelligence, Jupyter, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    JavaScript Development Tools and React

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), React.js, Version Control, Web Development Tools, GitHub, Debugging, Software Development Tools, Node.JS, Development Environment, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Server Side, UI Components, Javascript, Package and Software Management, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Mastering Teradata for Data Warehouse & Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Teradata SQL, SQL, Stored Procedure, Transaction Processing, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Database Management, Data Manipulation, Data Security, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Transformation, Data Storage, Relational Databases, Solution Design, Database Management Systems, Data Import/Export, Database Design, System Implementation, Mainframe Computing

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Agentic AI & No-Code Automation for Strategic HR

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Miro AI, Data Ethics, Workflow Management, Employee Retention, Agentic Workflows, Talent Management, Succession Planning, Talent Acquisition, Talent Recruitment, Personally Identifiable Information, Automation, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Digital Transformation, Performance Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Salesforce CLM & CPQ: Streamlining Contract Operations: Coursera
  • SQL for Software Developers: Codio
  • TBMs,Pile Rigs,Cranes & Hauling Vehicles: L&T EduTech
  • Gemini and Vertex AI: Building Intelligent Applications: Edureka
  • OpenCL Programming: Coursera
  • How to Build a Diffusion Model - An Introduction: Fractal Analytics
  • Architecting in AWS: LearnKartS
  • Unity Procedural Generation & Game Mechanics: EDUCBA
  • Build a Data Warehouse Using BigQuery: Starweaver
  • JavaScript Development Tools and React: Microsoft

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Image Processing (10)
Linear Algebra (10)
Reinforcement Learning (10)

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