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      Johns Hopkins University

      Health Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Change Management, Vendor Management, Health Policy, Health Care, Process Improvement, Workflow Management, Health Care Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Information Management, Clinical Leadership, Organizational Change, Decision Support Systems, Solution Design, IT Management, Clinical Data Management, Health Systems, Project Management, Databases

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      912 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Database Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Design, Version Control, Database Management Systems, Database Management, MySQL Workbench, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Data Structures, SQL, Unix Commands, Relational Databases, Databases, Git (Version Control System), Database Systems, Stored Procedure, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Algorithms, Django (Web Framework)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.1K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Project Execution: Running the Project

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Closure, Project Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Controls, Quality Assessment, Team Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Documentation, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Management, Technical Communication, Meeting Facilitation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      9.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Google Ads, Online Advertising, Target Audience, Digital Marketing, Digital Advertising, Persona Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing, Customer Engagement, Customer Acquisition Management, Advertising, Marketing Strategies, Lead Generation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      7.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Power BI for Beginners: Interactive Dashboard Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Power BI, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Performance Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Import/Export, Business Intelligence, Regional Sales, Sales Presentation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      IBM Data Warehouse Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, SQL, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Linux Commands, Database Design, IBM Cognos Analytics, MySQL, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Database Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Store, IBM DB2, Relational Databases, Dashboard, File Management, Star Schema

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.1K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Applied DevOps Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Istio, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, Agile Software Development, Application Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Jenkins, Kubernetes, DevOps, Code Coverage, OpenShift, Cloud Applications, Containerization, Agile Methodology, Behavior-Driven Development, Secure Coding, Grafana, System Monitoring

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.2K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Leading People and Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Team Motivation, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Talent Pipelining, Influencing, Team Leadership, People Development, Team Performance Management, Employee Onboarding, Employee Coaching, Conflict Management, Employee Engagement, Interviewing Skills, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Professional Networking, Business Leadership, Leadership Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, Innovation, Curiosity, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Collaboration

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Share Data Through the Art of Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Presentations, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      9.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Write Professional Emails in English

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Business Communication, English Language, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Grammar, Proofreading, Editing, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

      Leadership Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Change Management, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Business Ethics, Self-Awareness, Culture Transformation, Personal Development, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Empowerment, Communication, Relationship Building

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular python for beginners courses

    • Health Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
    • Meta Database Engineer: Meta
    • Project Execution: Running the Project: Google
    • Attract and Engage Customers with Digital Marketing: Google
    • Power BI for Beginners: Interactive Dashboard Fundamentals: Coursera Project Network
    • IBM Data Warehouse Engineer: IBM
    • IBM Applied DevOps Engineering: IBM
    • Leading People and Teams: University of Michigan
    • Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success: Imperial College London
    • Share Data Through the Art of Visualization: Google

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Python For Beginners

    Python courses for beginners cover a variety of foundational topics essential for learning to program with Python. These include the basics of Python syntax, variables, and data types. Learners will explore topics such as control structures (if statements, loops), functions, and basic data structures like lists, dictionaries, and tuples. Courses often include an introduction to modules and libraries, error handling, and basic file I/O operations. Practical exercises and projects help learners apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to write simple Python programs.‎

    Choosing the right Python course for beginners depends on your learning preferences and goals. Look for courses that cover the basics of Python programming in a clear and structured manner. Consider courses that provide practical exercises, quizzes, and projects to reinforce learning. Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your learning style and goals. Many courses also offer interactive content and hands-on projects to help solidify your understanding of Python.‎

    Completing a Python course for beginners can open up various career opportunities and serve as a stepping stone to more advanced programming roles. Common entry-level roles include junior developer, data analyst, and QA tester. These positions involve writing and debugging Python code, analyzing data sets, and developing simple applications. With further learning and experience, you can advance to roles such as software developer, data scientist, or machine learning engineer. Mastering Python as a beginner can significantly enhance your career prospects in fields such as technology, finance, healthcare, and education.‎

    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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