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    • B

      Board Infinity

      Backend Development for .Net Full Stack

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, ASP.NET, Restful API, .NET Framework, JSON, Web Services, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Back-End Web Development, Software Architecture, Application Security, Object-Relational Mapping, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Authentications, Authorization (Computing)

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Linux, Scripting, DevOps, File Management, Unix, Command-Line Interface

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • P

      Packt

      The Complete Ethical Hacking Bootcamp: Beginner To Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Penetration Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability Scanning, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, General Networking, Python Programming, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Firewall, Web Applications, Data Ethics, Email Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Malware Protection

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      26 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado System

      Applied Kalman Filtering

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Matlab, Statistical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Simulations, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Global Positioning Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, System Implementation, Systems Of Measurement, Statistical Methods, Differential Equations, Performance Tuning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Python Packages for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Histogram, Data Import/Export, Package and Software Management, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      72 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Packt

      Data Analysis with Pandas and Python

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Import/Export, Matplotlib, Pivot Tables And Charts, Jupyter, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, NumPy, Data Analysis Software, Data Integration, Data Wrangling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Transformation, Python Programming, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Programming Mobile Applications for Android Handheld Systems: Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Mobile Development, Data Management, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Human Computer Interaction, Java Programming, System Programming, Network Model, Geographic Information Systems, Interactive Design, Animations, Computer Graphics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      172 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google Cloud

      Developing Data Models with LookML

      Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Data Modeling, Dashboard, Database Design, Data Warehousing, Performance Tuning, Business Intelligence Software, SQL, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      63 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • V

      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT for Project Management: Insight, Planning, & Success

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Project Planning, ChatGPT, Risk Analysis, Milestones (Project Management), Timelines, Project Risk Management, Performance Metric, Project Schedules, Project Management, Organizational Skills, Prompt Engineering, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Work Breakdown Structure, Generative AI, Business Metrics, Project Documentation, Dependency Analysis, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Working with BigQuery

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Reporting, Data Visualization, Big Data, SQL, Query Languages, Data Import/Export, Data Presentation, Google Cloud Platform, Data Warehousing, Data Sharing, Analytics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      228 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • L

      LearnKartS

      Advanced Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing, Mobile Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization, Encryption, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments, SQL

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      Intel

      An Introduction to Practical Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Machine Learning Methods, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Scalability, Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Performance Tuning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Backend Development for .Net Full Stack : Board Infinity
    • Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps: Coursera Project Network
    • The Complete Ethical Hacking Bootcamp: Beginner To Advanced: Packt
    • Applied Kalman Filtering: University of Colorado System
    • Python Packages for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Analysis with Pandas and Python: Packt
    • Programming Mobile Applications for Android Handheld Systems: Part 2: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Developing Data Models with LookML: Google Cloud
    • ChatGPT for Project Management: Insight, Planning, & Success: Vanderbilt University
    • Working with BigQuery: Coursera Project Network

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Language

    Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages:

    • Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language.
    • Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully.
    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas.
    • Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities.
    • Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings.
    • Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.‎

    Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels:

    • Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills.
    • Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding.
    • Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.‎

    Coursera offers several pathways to formalize your language learning:

    • Professional certificates that can enhance your language skills for personal or professional use.
    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your proficiency in specific language skills or cultural knowledge.
    • Degree programs or professional qualifications in language studies, linguistics, or translation that prepare you for advanced roles requiring multilingual capabilities.

    These educational options are intended to support your language development and demonstrate your commitment to mastering a new language.‎

    Studying a new language on Coursera can open up diverse career paths in international settings:

    • Translator or Interpreter: Facilitate communication between speakers of different languages in various contexts, such as legal, medical, or business.
    • Multilingual Customer Support: Provide assistance to customers from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
    • Language Educator: Teach a language at schools, universities, or online platforms.
    • Cultural Consultant: Offer insights and advice on cultural practices to businesses or organizations expanding into new markets.
    • International Relations Specialist: Use language skills to manage communications and relationships across countries.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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