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      Google

      Foundations of Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Workflow Management, Analytical Skills, Data Science, Data Storytelling, Project Design, Data Literacy, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Management, Project Management, Stakeholder Communications, Communication

      4.7
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to Software Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Development Environment, Software Design, Software Engineering, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Systems Development, Software Development Tools, Program Development, Software Development, Integrated Development Environments, Application Security, Web Development, Cloud Development, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Computer Programming, Front-End Web Development, Python Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Building Web Applications in PHP

      Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Authentications, Web Servers, Scripting Languages, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Development, Scripting, Development Environment, Network Protocols, Application Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northwestern University

      Organizational Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Negotiation, Design Thinking, Leadership, Leadership Development, Crisis Management, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Strategic Communication, Organizational Leadership, Ideation, Professional Development, Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Leadership and Management, Brainstorming, Teamwork, Marketing Strategies, Marketing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Maximize Productivity With AI Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity Software, Generative AI, Business Workflow Analysis, Business Process Automation, Prompt Engineering, Complex Problem Solving

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      921 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Introduction to Cloud Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Public Cloud, Cloud Storage, Serverless Computing, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Deployment, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Identity and Access Management, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Microservices, DevOps

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Adobe

      Adobe Content Creator

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Typography, Content Creation, Social Media Management, Web Content, Video Editing, Digital Design, Generative AI, Graphic Design, Content Marketing, Logo Design, Content Strategy, Customer Engagement, Adobe Photoshop, Creative Design, Visual Design, Storytelling, Infographics, Color Theory, Branding

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Adobe

      Adobe Graphic Designer

      Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Digital Design, Generative AI, Visual Design, Graphic Design, File Management, Presentations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Software, Communication, Image Analysis, Version Control, Prompt Engineering, Project Documentation, Logo Design, Project Management, Artificial Intelligence, Branding, Storytelling

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Python and Statistics for Financial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Risk Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Financial Trading, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Financial Analysis, Financial Data, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Pandas (Python Package), Market Trend, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

      4.4
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Think Outside the Inbox: Email Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Campaign Management, Content Marketing, Marketing Automation, Newsletters, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, HubSpot CRM, Copywriting, Promotional Strategies, Goal Setting, A/B Testing, Customer Retention, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Presentations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Green Belt

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Process Capability, Process Improvement, Eight Disciplines Problem Solving (8D), Lean Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Process Mapping, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Improvement, Probability Distribution, Process Analysis, Quality Control, Statistical Methods, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement and Optimization, Statistical Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Foundations of Data Science: Google
    • Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
    • Introduction to Software Engineering: IBM
    • Building Web Applications in PHP: University of Michigan
    • Organizational Leadership: Northwestern University
    • Maximize Productivity With AI Tools: Google
    • Introduction to Cloud Computing: IBM
    • Adobe Content Creator: Adobe
    • Adobe Graphic Designer: Adobe
    • Python and Statistics for Financial Analysis: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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