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      Coursera Project Network

      OpenAI API for Beginners: Create AI Assistants with ChatGPT

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Program Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Python Programming

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Duke University

      Rust for DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Containerization, DevOps, CI/CD, Jenkins, Docker (Software), Continuous Integration, Rust (Programming Language), Continuous Delivery, Prometheus (Software), Scripting, Event Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, Automation, System Monitoring, Software Testing, System Programming, GitHub

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Keras Deep Learning & Generative Adversarial Networks (GAN)

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Matplotlib, Generative AI, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Data Processing, Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Tensorflow, Data Analysis, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence, Feature Engineering, NumPy, Machine Learning, Data Science

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Basic Recommender Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Business Metrics, Performance Tuning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      43 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Designing Hardware for Raspberry Pi Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, 3D Modeling, Electronic Systems, Electronics Engineering, Mechanical Design, Schematic Diagrams, Computer Hardware, Electronics, Simulations, Electronic Components, Computer-Aided Design, Verification And Validation, Engineering Documentation, Open Source Technology

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Fractal Analytics

      Human Decision Making and its Biases

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Data Analysis, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Self-Awareness, Analytical Skills, Diversity Awareness, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Perspective-Taking

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Active Listening, Empathy, Game Theory, Interpersonal Communications, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Cognitive flexibility

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Indian Institute of Science

      Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications

      Skills you'll gain: ISO 13485 Standard, Engineering Documentation, Technical Documentation, Medical Equipment and Technology, Technical Communication, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Health Technology, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Regulatory Compliance, Laboratory Testing, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Laboratory Experience, Embedded Systems, Precision Medicine, Emerging Technologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free Trial
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      University of London

      Introduction to Computer Security

      Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Threat Modeling, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware, Information Systems Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

      Gobierno Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Interoperability, Data Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Data Security, Digital Transformation, Data Sharing, Identity and Access Management, Public Administration, Governance, Business Transformation, Policy Development, Service Design, Policy Analysis, Innovation, Strategic Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Austral

      Desarrollo de Aplicaciones Mobile Multiplataforma con Nativescript, Angular y Redux

      Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, Continuous Integration, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, iOS Development, Apple iOS, User Interface (UI), React Redux, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Development Testing, Android Development, UI/UX Strategy, Angular, Application Development, Software Testing, TypeScript, Animations, Debugging

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Building Objects in C

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Programming Principles, C (Programming Language), Java, Software Design Patterns, Python Programming, Algorithms, Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • OpenAI API for Beginners: Create AI Assistants with ChatGPT: Coursera Project Network
    • Rust for DevOps: Duke University
    • Keras Deep Learning & Generative Adversarial Networks (GAN): Packt
    • Basic Recommender Systems: EIT Digital
    • Designing Hardware for Raspberry Pi Projects: Johns Hopkins University
    • Human Decision Making and its Biases: Fractal Analytics
    • Perspective-Taking: Arizona State University
    • Sensor Technologies for Biomedical Applications: Indian Institute of Science
    • Introduction to Computer Security: University of London
    • Gobierno Digital: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    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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