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      Universidad de los Andes

      Modelos predictivos con aprendizaje automático

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Python Programming, Unsupervised Learning

      4.8
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Managing Scope in a Java Enterprise Edition Application

      Skills you'll gain: Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Web Servers, Java, Web Applications, Server Side, Data Storage, Data Sharing

      4.4
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Data-Driven Animation for Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Visualization Software, Animations, Data Presentation, Video Editing, Data Storytelling, Adobe After Effects, Graphics Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Storyboarding, Adobe Premiere, Peer Review, Motion Graphics, Autodesk Maya, Post-Production, Computer Graphic Techniques, Technical Communication, Style Guides, Professional Development

      4.7
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Java Testing

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Testability, Test Case, Software Testing, Eclipse (Software), Test Data, Development Testing, Test Automation, Test Execution Engine, Integrated Development Environments, Java, Test Tools

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Facial Expression Recognition with PyTorch

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Artificial Neural Networks, Feature Engineering, Data Validation

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      57 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Codio

      Java Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Documentation, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Science

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      21 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      파이썬 단기집중과정

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Problem Management, Data Structures, Debugging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Indian Institute of Science

      Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Medical Equipment and Technology, Vital Signs, Chemistry, ISO 13485 Standard, Laboratory Equipment, Molecular Biology, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Biology, Electocardiography, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Electronics, Healthcare Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Mammography, Oncology, Physics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Interpretable Machine Learning Applications: Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Predictive Modeling, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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      56 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Manage Your Versions with Git (Part II)

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, GitHub, Software Versioning, Bitbucket, GitLab, Collaborative Software, Software Development, Software Engineering, Project Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      Frontend Development using Angular

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, HTML and CSS, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Frameworks, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Maintainability, Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, Web Development, UI Components

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Modelos predictivos con aprendizaje automático: Universidad de los Andes
    • Managing Scope in a Java Enterprise Edition Application: LearnQuest
    • Data-Driven Animation for Science Communication: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • Java Testing: LearnQuest
    • Facial Expression Recognition with PyTorch : Coursera Project Network
    • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization: Coursera Project Network
    • Java Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects: Codio
    • 파이썬 단기집중과정: Google
    • Sensors and Systems for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science
    • Interpretable Machine Learning Applications: Part 1: 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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