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      IBM

      Key Technologies for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Data Literacy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Mining, Public Cloud, Cloud Storage, Data Analysis, Data Science, OpenAI, Serverless Computing, Cloud-Native Computing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, ChatGPT, Business Process Automation, Business

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM IT Project Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Software Development, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Project Documentation, Project Closure, Development Environment, Sprint Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Computer Systems, Professional Networking, Information Technology, Risk Management, Leadership, Agile Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Communication

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security

      Skills you'll gain: Linux, Active Directory, Cloud Computing, Security Testing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Microsoft Windows, User Accounts, Operating Systems, Virtualization, Command-Line Interface, Systems Administration, Virtual Machines, Mac OS, File Systems, Containerization, Security Controls, Docker (Software), Firewall

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      AI Foundations for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Process Design, IBM Cloud, Machine Learning, Self Service Technologies, Business Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Application Deployment, Automation, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Technical Writing, Customer Service, Image Analysis, Data Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      29K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Computer Security and Systems Management

      Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Active Directory, Microsoft Windows, Linux, Encryption, Virtualization, Security Controls, Microsoft Servers, IT Management, OSI Models, Systems Administration, System Monitoring, Authentications, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Disaster Recovery, System Configuration, Enterprise Security, Cybersecurity

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud Computing Architecture, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Windows, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Computer Hardware, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Network Protocols, Software Development, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Email Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Programming Principles

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      Prompt Engineering for Educators

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Student Engagement, Generative AI, Education Software and Technology, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Large Language Modeling, Image Analysis, Mobile Development, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Computer Vision, Brainstorming, Application Development, Creative Problem-Solving

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Management, Threat Management, Risk Management, Security Controls, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Vulnerability Management, Infrastructure Security, Information Assurance, System Monitoring, Compliance Auditing

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Linux Commands, GitHub, Software Architecture, Flask (Web Framework), Bash (Scripting Language), Development Environment, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Software Design, Software Engineering, Shell Script, Web Applications, Linux, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Web Development, Jupyter, Web Scraping, Python Programming

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Computer Simulations

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Sociology, Computer Programming, Scientific Methods, Economics

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, User Research, Competitive Analysis, Design Research, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Creativity, Psychology, Storytelling

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Using Python to Access Web Data

      Skills you'll gain: JSON, Web Scraping, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Web Services, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Data Access, Network Protocols, Data Processing, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Python Programming, Software Installation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      44K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Key Technologies for Business: IBM
    • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
    • Operating Systems: Overview, Administration, and Security: IBM
    • AI Foundations for Everyone: IBM
    • Computer Security and Systems Management: University of Colorado System
    • Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals: IBM
    • Prompt Engineering for Educators: Vanderbilt University
    • Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks: Google
    • Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals: IBM
    • Computer Simulations: University of California, Davis

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