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      Johns Hopkins University

      Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs

      Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, Software Development, Algorithms, Computer Hardware, Python Programming, Development Environment, Debugging

      2.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Blockchain Business Models

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Financial Regulation, Regulatory Compliance, Encryption, Technology Strategies, Payment Systems, Digital Assets, Financial Services, Innovation, Distributed Computing, Scalability

      4.7
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      379 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Creative Work

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, Legal Risk, Artificial Intelligence, Art History, Creativity, Risk Analysis, Image Analysis, Business Risk Management, Prompt Engineering, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Innovation, Environmental Issue, Design Software, Problem Solving, Analysis, Experimentation, Leadership, Collaboration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 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 Mapping, Software Installation, Scripting, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Scripting Languages, Data Structures, 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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      University of California, Irvine

      Security Governance & Compliance

      Skills you'll gain: Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, NIST 800-53, Security Controls, Procedure Development, Data Governance, Program Standards, Computer Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      167 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IIT Bombay

      Introduction to Internet of Things

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Emerging Technologies, Data Analysis, Systems Design, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Unsupervised Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Essential Linear Algebra for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Algebra, Numerical Analysis

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      176 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Urban Air Mobility

      Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Civil Engineering, Environmental Issue, Feasibility Studies, Emerging Technologies, Regulatory Compliance, Concept Of Operations, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Technical Consulting, Market Dynamics, Human Factors

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Advanced System Security Design

      Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, Malware Protection, Cloud Security, Load Balancing, Security Engineering, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Testing, Threat Detection, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Geographic Information Systems

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Generative AI: Fundamentals, Applications, and Challenges

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Operational Risk, Strategic Thinking, AI Personalization, Automation, Legal Risk, Business, Governance, Social Studies, Data Security, Natural Language Processing, Leadership and Management, Data Quality

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Cybersecurity and Privacy

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cybersecurity, Multi-Factor Authentication, Authentications, Information Systems Security, Desktop Support, Network Security, Technical Support and Services, Information Privacy, Servers, Cloud Computing, Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Mac OS

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      119 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Autonomous Vehicle Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Control Systems, Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Big Data, Model Based Systems Engineering, Database Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Vision, Laboratory Experience, Simulations, Systems Architecture, Simulation and Simulation Software, Distributed Computing, Equipment Design, Data Processing, Global Positioning Systems, Business Intelligence, Automation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular big data courses

    • Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs: Johns Hopkins University
    • Blockchain Business Models: Duke University
    • AI for Creative Work: University of Michigan
    • Python Data Visualization: Rice University
    • Security Governance & Compliance: University of California, Irvine
    • Introduction to Internet of Things: IIT Bombay
    • Essential Linear Algebra for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Urban Air Mobility: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Advanced System Security Design: University of Colorado System
    • Generative AI: Fundamentals, Applications, and Challenges: University of Michigan

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