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      Universidad Nacional de Colombia

      Aprendizajes en Ingeniería y Agricultura con Arduino: Construcción y automatización de un invernadero

      Skills you'll gain: Automation, Control Systems, Water Sustainability, Electronics, Internet Of Things, Sustainable Technologies, Embedded Systems, Computer Programming Tools, Engineering, Environmental Monitoring, Electronic Components, Basic Electrical Systems, Programming Principles, Construction

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modern Regression Analysis in R

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Ethics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Science, R Programming, Data Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Data Topology

      Skills you'll gain: Multi-Cloud, Data Architecture, Dataflow, Data Management, Regulatory Compliance, Information Architecture, Data Governance, Data Infrastructure, Data Strategy, Data Science, Data Security, Strategic Planning

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Epic Games

      Fundamentals of Level Design with Unreal Engine

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Design Documents, Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, Virtual Environment, Conceptual Design, Interactive Design, Prototyping, Design Elements And Principles, Creativity

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      Duke University

      GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Data Modeling

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      27 reviews

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      Microsoft

      Automation and Scripting with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Git (Version Control System), Scripting, Version Control, Email Automation, Software Testing, Automation, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Performance Tuning, Productivity, File Management

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      Java程序设计

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Computer Programming, UI Components, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JUnit, Application Programming Interface (API), C and C++, Data Structures, Network Model, Database Application, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Eclipse (Software), Debugging

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      Universidad Austral

      Fundamentos de la visualización de datos con Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Tree Maps, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Software Installation

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Dartmouth College

      C Programming: Language Foundations - 2

      Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Embedded Systems, Program Development, Computer Engineering, Development Environment, Algorithms, Data Structures, System Programming, Computer Programming, Debugging

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      University of Colorado System

      Advanced System Security Topics

      Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Encryption, Data Security, Network Security, Public Key Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian Institute of Science

      Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Documentation, Biomedical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Medical Devices, Medical Equipment and Technology, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Vital Signs, Technical Documentation, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Chemistry, Technical Communication, Semiconductors, ISO 13485 Standard, Materials science, Electronic Systems, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Internet Of Things, Analytical Chemistry, Electronic Components

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      GenAI in Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Quality, Business Analysis, AI Product Strategy, Data Ethics, Process Optimization, Responsible AI, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Aprendizajes en Ingeniería y Agricultura con Arduino: Construcción y automatización de un invernadero: Universidad Nacional de Colombia
    • Modern Regression Analysis in R: University of Colorado Boulder
    • IBM Data Topology: IBM
    • Fundamentals of Level Design with Unreal Engine: Epic Games
    • GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work: Duke University
    • Automation and Scripting with Python: Microsoft
    • Java程序设计: Peking University
    • Fundamentos de la visualización de datos con Tableau: Universidad Austral
    • C Programming: Language Foundations - 2: Dartmouth College
    • Advanced System Security Topics: University of Colorado System

    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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