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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Prototyping Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Functional Design, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Mockups, ChatGPT, Design Software, Usability, Conceptual Design, Canva (Software), User Experience Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

      Rebo-binario

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Lifelong Learning, Creative Thinking, Computer Programming, Critical Thinking, Willingness To Learn, Debugging, Creative Problem-Solving, Independent Thinking, Systems Thinking, Problem Solving, Algorithms

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Teaching Infographics with Genially

      Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Education Software and Technology, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Whizlabs

      Getting Started with Apache Cassandra

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Cassandra, NoSQL, Database Systems, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Design, Query Languages, Database Management, Data Storage, System Monitoring, Data Maintenance, Distributed Computing, Application Security, Data Modeling, Data Security, Scalability

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Designing Information System Security Architectures

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Incident Response, IT Security Architecture, Secure Coding, Application Security, Identity and Access Management, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Security Testing, Continuous Monitoring, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Security Engineering, Zero Trust Network Access, Security Awareness, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Risk Management Framework, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Security Requirements Analysis, Computer Security

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      Salesforce Introduction and Setup

      Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Data Modeling, Data Management, Database Design, Customer Relationship Management, User Accounts, System Configuration, User Experience

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea Posts Animados para Redes Sociales con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Animations, Social Media Content, Motion Graphics, Social Media Marketing, Graphic and Visual Design, Content Creation, Multimedia, Organizational Skills

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      تطوير الألعاب باستخدام برنامج Unity: تصميم لعبة جري لا نهائي

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Interaction Design, UI Components, User Interface (UI), C# (Programming Language), Data Import/Export, Scripting, Event-Driven Programming

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Meta

      API

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Django (Web Framework), API Design, Software Documentation, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Performance Tuning, JSON, Data Validation

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia

      Agile и дизайн-мышление

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Product Development, Product Development, Design Thinking, Product Design, New Product Development, Team Management, Agile Methodology, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Persona Development, Customer experience strategy (CX), Value Propositions, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Edita y retoca imágenes con Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Photo Editing, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools, Editing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create an Advertising Concept Testing Study in Qualtrics

      Skills you'll gain: Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, User Feedback, Marketing Materials, Online Advertising, Business Research, Marketing, Promotional Materials

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • GenAI for Prototyping Basics: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Rebo-binario: Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
    • Teaching Infographics with Genially: Coursera Project Network
    • Getting Started with Apache Cassandra: Whizlabs
    • Designing Information System Security Architectures: LearnQuest
    • Salesforce Introduction and Setup: LearnKartS
    • Crea Posts Animados para Redes Sociales con Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • تطوير الألعاب باستخدام برنامج Unity: تصميم لعبة جري لا نهائي: Coursera Project Network
    • API: Meta
    • Agile и дизайн-мышление: University of Virginia

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