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Duke University
Introduction to Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG)
Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Pandas (Python Package), Generative AI, OpenAI, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Manipulation, Large Language Modeling, Databases, Natural Language Processing
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
IBM
SQL for Data Science with R
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Design, SQL, Database Management, Databases, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Data Access
4.3
Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
176 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
DeepLearning.AI
Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite
Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Android Development, Tensorflow, Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
653 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of California, Irvine
TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies
Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Literacy, English Language, Language Competency, Grammar
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
137 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Washington
Data Manipulation at Scale: Systems and Algorithms
Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Dataflow, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, NoSQL, Apache Spark, Analytics, Distributed Computing, Apache Hadoop, SQL, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Cloud Computing, Scalability, Graph Theory, Algorithms
4.3
Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
767 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Google Cloud
MongoDB Atlas with Natural Language API and Cloud Run
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, GraphQL, Google Cloud Platform, Application Deployment, Cloud Management, Angular, MongoDB, Cloud API, Authentications, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Status: Free
Coursera Project Network
Building Smart Business Assistants with IBM Watson
Skills you'll gain: IBM Cloud, ChatGPT, Self Service Technologies, Business Process Automation, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Inquiries
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
463 reviews
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Status: Free
Georgia Institute of Technology
Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online
Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Virtual Teams, Telecommuting, Meeting Facilitation
4.2
Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
35 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Rice University
Python Data Visualization
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Mapping, Software Installation, Scripting, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Scripting Languages, Data Structures, Software Documentation
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
542 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Programming with Scratch
Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Storytelling, Scripting, Solution Design, Creativity, Event-Driven Programming, Data Storage
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
95 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
L&T EduTech
Intelligent Digital Factories
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Internet Of Things, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Embedded Software, Peripheral Devices, Integrated Development Environments, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning, Civil Engineering, Computer Programming Tools, Wireless Networks, Automation, Digital Transformation, System Monitoring
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
301 reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Amazon Web Services
Fundamentals of Generative AI for Beginners
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks, Software Development Tools, Test Data, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
53 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

Introduction to Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG): Duke University
SQL for Data Science with R: IBM
Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite: DeepLearning.AI
TOEFL Test-Taking Strategies: University of California, Irvine
Data Manipulation at Scale: Systems and Algorithms: University of Washington
MongoDB Atlas with Natural Language API and Cloud Run: Google Cloud
Building Smart Business Assistants with IBM Watson: Coursera Project Network
Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online: Georgia Institute of Technology
Python Data Visualization: Rice University
Programming with Scratch: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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