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      Google

      Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Analytical Skills, Data Sharing, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, SQL, Data Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      115K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Meta React Native

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Unix Commands, Restful API, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, SQL, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI), User Experience, Mobile Development, Design Research, React.js, Web Development Tools

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Software Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, Application Security, CI/CD, Natural Language Processing, Code Review, Program Development, Software Architecture, Content Creation, Image Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Neural Networks and Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Linear Algebra, Performance Tuning, Calculus

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      123K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Python 3 Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, JSON, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Data Processing, Web Scraping, Unit Testing, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Restful API, Python Programming, Image Analysis, Data Manipulation, Jupyter, Maintainability, Data Structures, Software Engineering, File Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      23K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Product Managers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Commercialization, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Stakeholder Communications, OpenAI, Technical Product Management, Artificial Intelligence, Customer experience improvement, Team Building, Return On Investment, Product Development, New Product Development, Product Strategy, Microsoft Copilot, Large Language Modeling, Technical Communication, Program Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google

      Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Usability, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Cross Platform Development, Prototyping, Wireframing, Sprint Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      73K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Convolutional Neural Networks

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Intelligence, Data Processing, Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      42K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Data Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Dashboard, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Program Development, Data Visualization Software, SQL, Python Programming, Query Languages, Content Creation, Image Analysis, Virtual Environment

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

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      Google

      Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence, Recruitment, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Project Documentation, Presentations, Portfolio Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, OpenAI, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Marketing Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Copywriting, Image Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM & Darden Digital Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Digital Transformation, Business Strategy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Competitive Analysis, Cloud Services, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Business Transformation, Cloud Security, Big Data, Cloud Platforms, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Apache Hadoop, Data Ethics, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Technologies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      45K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere: Google
    • Meta React Native: Meta
    • Generative AI for Software Developers: IBM
    • Neural Networks and Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
    • Python 3 Programming: University of Michigan
    • Generative AI for Product Managers: IBM
    • Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design: Google
    • Convolutional Neural Networks: DeepLearning.AI
    • Generative AI for Data Analysts: IBM
    • Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study: Google

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