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      L&T EduTech

      CPS solution for Industries

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Control Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, Cyber Engineering, Internet Of Things, C (Programming Language), Automation, Computer Engineering, Electronics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Hydraulics, Integration Testing, Cloud Computing, Integrated Development Environments, Matlab, Development Environment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      API Basics 1: Build a Bot (Fetch, JSON & Async JavaScript)

      Skills you'll gain: JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Javascript, Web Applications, Data Access, Web Servers, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Servers, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 4

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Python Programming

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Aplicaciones musicales con Arduino

      Skills you'll gain: Electronic Hardware, Electronic Components, Electronics, Hardware Design, Programmable Logic Controllers, Music, Embedded Systems, System Configuration, Digital Communications, Creative Design, Creativity, Physics, Computer Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Uso de Python para Acceder a Datos Web

      Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Restful API, Network Protocols, JSON, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Access, TCP/IP, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Import/Export, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Data Processing, Python Programming, Software Installation, Development Environment

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Building Scalable Applications with .NET Core

      Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Scalability, Microservices, .NET Framework, Redis, Application Performance Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Databases, System Monitoring, Software Architecture, Distributed Computing, C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Azure, Performance Tuning

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Github Copilot with Python: Creating Text Games

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Microsoft Copilot, Game Design, Unit Testing, Python Programming, GitHub, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Packt

      Substance Painter to Unreal Engine 5 Masterclass

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, 3D Modeling, Animations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Virtual Environment, Virtual Reality, Video Game Development, Baking

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Python Regular Expressions to Process File Data

      Skills you'll gain: Test Data, Test Case, Data Validation, Verification And Validation, Scripting, Data Cleansing, Python Programming, File Management

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 5

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Text Mining, Data Analysis, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      LearnQuest

      Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Data Modeling, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), .NET Framework

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Learn to Teach Java: Writing Classes and Arrays

      Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Debugging, Data Structures, Computer Science, Algorithms

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • CPS solution for Industries: L&T EduTech
    • API Basics 1: Build a Bot (Fetch, JSON & Async JavaScript): Scrimba
    • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 4: Coursera Project Network
    • Aplicaciones musicales con Arduino: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Uso de Python para Acceder a Datos Web: University of Michigan
    • Building Scalable Applications with .NET Core: EDUCBA
    • Github Copilot with Python: Creating Text Games: Coursera Project Network
    • Substance Painter to Unreal Engine 5 Masterclass: Packt
    • Use Python Regular Expressions to Process File Data: Coursera Project Network
    • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 5: 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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