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      Arizona State University

      Introduction to Python

      Skills you'll gain: Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Nanjing University

      计算机操作系统

      Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, File Systems, Computer Systems, OS Process Management, System Programming, Data Storage, Computer Hardware, Virtual Machines, System Design and Implementation, Algorithms, Human Computer Interaction

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Data Visualization for Science Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Storytelling, Scientific Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Video Production

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      London Business School

      New Ways of Working in an AI World

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Leadership Studies, Business Transformation, Data Strategy, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Technology Strategies, Capacity Planning, Business Ethics, Human Capital, Business Strategies, Decision Making

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      48 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Tic-Tac-Toe game in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Cross Platform Development, Event-Driven Programming, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Game Design, Python Programming, User Interface (UI)

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      36 reviews

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      IBM

      JavaScript Full Stack Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Full-Stack Web Development, MongoDB, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Node.JS, React.js, DevOps, NoSQL, Database Management, Kubernetes, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Software Architecture, Application Development, Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), Back-End Web Development, Restful API, Javascript

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      33 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

      AI for Decision Makers

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Project Management, Organizational Leadership, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Resource Allocation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Decision Making, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Information Privacy

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      National Academy of Sports Medicine

      Making Sense of Supplements

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Nutrition, Medical Science and Research

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Custom Reports in Google Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Ad Hoc Reporting, Data Literacy, Data Compilation, Analytics, Marketing, Web Development

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      168 reviews

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      University of Lausanne

      Ecologie Politique: défi de la durabilité pour les démocraties

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Governance, Economics, Discussion Facilitation

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      L&T EduTech

      Industrial Fluid systems & Smart Factory Automation

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Hydraulics, Programmable Logic Controllers, Control Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Real Time Data, Internet Of Things, Automation, Industrial Engineering, Hardware Troubleshooting, Equipment Design, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Business Technologies, Failure Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Operations

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      The Complete LangChain & LLMs Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI, Development Environment, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Document Management, Application Development, Image Analysis, Front-End Web Development

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      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Introduction to Python: Arizona State University
    • 计算机操作系统: Nanjing University
    • 3D Data Visualization for Science Communication: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • New Ways of Working in an AI World: London Business School
    • Create a Tic-Tac-Toe game in Python: Coursera Project Network
    • JavaScript Full Stack Capstone Project: IBM
    • AI for Decision Makers: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
    • Making Sense of Supplements: National Academy of Sports Medicine
    • Custom Reports in Google Analytics: Coursera Project Network
    • Ecologie Politique: défi de la durabilité pour les démocraties: University of Lausanne

    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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