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      Google Cloud

      Gemini for end-to-end SDLC - Español

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Google Cloud Platform, Web Applications, Application Lifecycle Management, Continuous Integration, Application Development, Web Development Tools, Test Automation, Debugging, Query Languages

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Azure Data Engineering: Cosmos DB, SQL & Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Transact-SQL, Data Storage, Data Architecture, Performance Tuning, Query Languages, SQL, NoSQL, Cloud-Native Computing, Data Processing, Business Intelligence, Analytics, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Integration, Data Modeling, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Board Infinity

      Data Interpretation & Insights: Exam & Recruitment Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Estimation, Logical Reasoning, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Business Analytics, Deductive Reasoning, Data Presentation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini for end-to-end SDLC - Deutsch

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Google Cloud Platform, Application Deployment, Application Lifecycle Management, Application Development, Cloud Development, Web Applications, Test Tools, Development Environment, Generative AI, Development Testing, Query Languages

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Compensation: Smarter Pay Equity Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation Management, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Strategy, People Analytics, Generative AI, Workforce Planning, ChatGPT, Job Evaluation, Business Ethics, Predictive Analytics, Prompt Engineering, Human Resources, Artificial Intelligence, Human Resource Strategy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Instagram Optimization: Grow Your Presence

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Drive Engagement, Content Strategy, Customer Engagement, Marketing Analytics, Content Creation, Performance Metric

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      YouTube Planning: Manage Content Like a Pro

      Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Target Audience, Production Planning, Scheduling, Project Planning, Content Management, Production Schedule, Content Creation, Organizational Skills, Workflow Management, Information Architecture, Marketing Channel

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Whizlabs

      Azure ML: Deploying, Managing, and Experimenting with Models

      Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Microsoft Azure, Data Management, Cloud Computing, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Scalability, Machine Learning, Performance Tuning

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Advanced UX Strategies for Product Managers

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Strategy, User Experience, User Experience Design, Design and Product, Data Storytelling, Experience Design, User Centered Design, Usability Testing, Product Improvement, User Research, Human Centered Design, Design Research, Figma (Design Software), User Feedback, Wireframing, Customer experience improvement, Prioritization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Mapping the Mission: User Personas & Journey Design in Figma

      Skills you'll gain: Persona (User Experience), Figma (Design Software), User Research, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, UI/UX Strategy, User Flows, Collaborative Software, Customer Insights

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Instagram Insights: Crack the Algorithm

      Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Content Marketing, Social Media, Drive Engagement, Content Strategy, Social Media Strategy, Digital Media Strategy, Customer Engagement

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Gemini for end-to-end SDLC - Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Application Lifecycle Management, Google Cloud Platform, Application Development, Development Testing, Cloud Applications, Generative AI Agents, Test Case, Web Applications, Query Languages, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular back end courses

    • Gemini for end-to-end SDLC - Español: Google Cloud
    • Azure Data Engineering: Cosmos DB, SQL & Analytics: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Data Interpretation & Insights: Exam & Recruitment Prep: Board Infinity
    • Gemini for end-to-end SDLC - Deutsch: Google Cloud
    • GenAI for Compensation: Smarter Pay Equity Analysis: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Instagram Optimization: Grow Your Presence: Coursera
    • YouTube Planning: Manage Content Like a Pro: Coursera
    • Azure ML: Deploying, Managing, and Experimenting with Models: Whizlabs
    • Advanced UX Strategies for Product Managers: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Mapping the Mission: User Personas & Journey Design in Figma: Coursera

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