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Master optimization techniques for improving system performance. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and heuristic methods.

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    Starweaver

    Factory Automation: Shaping the Future of Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Manufacturing and Production, Automation, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing Processes, Production Line, Production Process, Lean Manufacturing, Programmable Logic Controllers, Workforce Development, Machine Controls, Safety Standards, Safety Assurance, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Human Machine Interfaces, Sustainability Standards, Internet Of Things, Cost Benefit Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    GenAI for Social Media Marketing Specialists

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Campaign Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Innovation, Marketing Operations, Social Media Campaigns, Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Instagram, Customer Engagement, Analysis, Data Analysis

    4.6
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Securing AI and Advanced Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Fraud detection, Feature Engineering, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, Deep Learning, Anomaly Detection, Artificial Intelligence, Security Testing, Machine Learning Methods, Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Kanban for Software Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Workflow Management, Agile Software Development, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Project Estimation, Agile Methodology, Project Management Software, Estimation, Process Optimization, Backlogs, User Story, Process Improvement, Resource Utilization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    لوسائط الرقمية واستراتيجيات التسويق

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Media Strategy, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Communications, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing, Copywriting, Advertising, Integrated Marketing Communications, Mobile Security, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    GenAI for Algorithmic Trading

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Financial Trading, Market Data, Portfolio Management, Technical Analysis, Prompt Engineering Tools, Market Trend, Real Time Data, Automation, Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Risk Management

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Human Factors Engineering, Control Systems, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Mechanics, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    The DMAIC Framework: Analyze, Improve, and Control Phase

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Process Optimization, Correlation Analysis

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Docker Fundamentals - Understanding Containers and Images

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Application Deployment, Command-Line Interface, Development Environment, Nginx, Software Installation, Node.JS, Virtual Machines, React.js

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Project Management in Healthcare : Tools and Tactics

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Project Management, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Team Oriented, Regulatory Affairs, Health Technology, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Compliance Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    How to Build an Enterprise AI Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Technology Roadmaps, Business Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Technology Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Innovation, Competitive Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Scalability, Business Transformation, Business Priorities, Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Return On Investment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Building Autonomous AI Agents with LangGraph

    Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, LLM Application, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Tool Calling, Query Languages, User Interface (UI), Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Automation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Factory Automation: Shaping the Future of Manufacturing : Starweaver
  • GenAI for Social Media Marketing Specialists: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Securing AI and Advanced Topics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Kanban for Software Project Management: Packt
  • لوسائط الرقمية واستراتيجيات التسويق: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • GenAI for Algorithmic Trading: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design: Arizona State University
  • The DMAIC Framework: Analyze, Improve, and Control Phase: SkillUp
  • Docker Fundamentals - Understanding Containers and Images: Packt
  • Project Management in Healthcare : Tools and Tactics: Coursera Instructor Network

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