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      Packt

      Advanced Full Stack Development and SwiftUI Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Back-End Web Development, User Accounts, Server Side, Swift Programming, Full-Stack Web Development, Data Security, Apple iOS, Authentications, API Gateway, Mobile Development, Real Time Data, User Interface (UI), Application Development, JSON, Data Modeling, Debugging

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Advanced Game Projects, C# Scripting, and Social Features

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, C# (Programming Language), Android (Operating System), Mobile Development, Scripting, Video Game Development, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Application Development, User Interface (UI)

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced Azure Architecture and Migration Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment, Solution Architecture, Cloud Applications, Microservices, Cloud Computing, Software Architecture, Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Architecture, Serverless Computing, Network Architecture, API Design, Data Migration, Scalability, Containerization, Network Security

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Integrating Advanced Features and App Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Apple Xcode, Swift Programming, Cross Platform Development, Mobile Development, Cloud Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Application Deployment, UI Components, Application Development, Web Content, User Interface (UI), Mac OS

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Encoder-Decoder Architecture - בעברית

      Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Generative AI, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Develop Pipelines em Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Real Time Data, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Pandas (Python Package), Data Transformation, SQL, Jupyter, Google Cloud Platform, Development Environment, Cloud Storage

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Encoder-Decoder Architecture - Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Text Mining, Machine Learning

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Malware Protection, Network Monitoring, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Protocols, Network Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Atmosphere, AI, Famous Horror Mechanics, and Final Touches

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Environment, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), User Interface (UI), Artificial Intelligence

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Encoder-Decoder Architecture - 简体中文

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Pipelines - 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Data Processing, Google Cloud Platform, Business Logic, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning, SQL, Scalability, Jupyter

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Encoder-Decoder Architecture - 繁體中文

      Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Machine Learning

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Advanced Full Stack Development and SwiftUI Basics: Packt
    • Advanced Game Projects, C# Scripting, and Social Features: Packt
    • Advanced Azure Architecture and Migration Strategies: Packt
    • Integrating Advanced Features and App Deployment: Packt
    • Encoder-Decoder Architecture - בעברית: Google Cloud
    • Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Develop Pipelines em Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
    • Encoder-Decoder Architecture - Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
    • Exploit Development, Malware, & Defensive Strategies: Packt
    • Atmosphere, AI, Famous Horror Mechanics, and Final Touches: Packt
    • Encoder-Decoder Architecture - 简体中文: Google Cloud

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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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