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    Learn algorithm design for solving complex computational problems. Understand data structures, recursion, and optimization techniques.

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      The State University of New York

      Solar Energy System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Electronic Components, Electrical Equipment, Survey Creation, System Requirements, Physical Science, Estimation, Engineering Calculations, Spatial Data Analysis, Physics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      456 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession

      Skills you'll gain: Learning Theory, Instructional Design, Design, Professional Development, Education Software and Technology, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, User Centered Design, Technology Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Critical Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Model, Network Routing, Network Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      IBM

      IBM Data Warehouse Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, IBM Cognos Analytics, Dashboard, SQL, Data Visualization, Linux Commands, Database Administration, IBM DB2, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Pipelines, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Apache Airflow, Database Design, MySQL, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Extract, Transform, Load, Relational Databases, Big Data

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.3K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Imperial College London

      Mathematics for Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Integral Calculus, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Advanced Mathematics, Jupyter, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
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      Google

      Google Prompting Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, Graphing, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Spreadsheet Software, Concision, Artificial Intelligence, Ideation, Report Writing, Business Correspondence, Complex Problem Solving, Document Management, Solution Design, Critical Thinking, Human Centered Design, Machine Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Xbox

      Xbox Graphic Designer

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Logo Design, Color Theory, Typography, Adobe Photoshop, Figma (Design Software), Interaction Design, Marketing Design, Information Architecture, Adobe Illustrator, Photo Editing, Graphic Design, Prototyping, Visual Design, User Feedback, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Usability, Generative AI, Graphic and Visual Design Software

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Meta

      Meta Database Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, Version Control, Stored Procedure, SQL, Unix Commands, Databases, Data Modeling, Git (Version Control System), Database Management Systems, Database Design, GitHub, MySQL Workbench, Relational Databases, Star Schema, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Database Administration, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.3K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Data Engineer

      Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Google Cloud Platform, Dataflow, Data Lakes, Data Warehousing, Real Time Data, Data Visualization, Data Storage, Cloud Storage, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Big Data, Data Infrastructure, Tensorflow, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Design, Data Management, Data Integration, Apache Spark, Unstructured Data

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      19K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Pennsylvania

      Foundations of Positive Psychology

      Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Optimism, Positivity, Goal Setting, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Personal Attributes, Psychological Evaluations, Empathy, Positive Behavior Support, Research Methodologies, Growth Mindedness, Program Evaluation, Qualitative Research, Self-Awareness, Surveys, Research Design, Data Collection, Persistence, Empowerment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      8.3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Duke University

      Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, UI Components, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), User Interface (UI), Java, Java Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Web Development, Software Development Tools, Algorithms, Program Development, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Data Analysis, Javascript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      22K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      IT Security: Defense against the digital dark arts

      Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Encryption, Information Technology, Cryptography, Identity and Access Management, Security Management, Network Administration, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Threat Detection, Hardening, Malware Protection, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Artificial Intelligence

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      25K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular algorithm design courses

    • Solar Energy System Design: The State University of New York
    • Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession: University of Michigan
    • Graph Search, Shortest Paths, and Data Structures: Stanford University
    • IBM Data Warehouse Engineer: IBM
    • Mathematics for Machine Learning: Imperial College London
    • Google Prompting Essentials: Google
    • Xbox Graphic Designer: Xbox
    • Meta Database Engineer: Meta
    • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Data Engineer: Google Cloud
    • Foundations of Positive Psychology: University of Pennsylvania

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