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    • Status: Free
      Free
      É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Analyse numérique pour ingénieurs

      Skills you'll gain: Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Matlab, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Estimation, Algorithms, Derivatives

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      108 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • B

      Board Infinity

      Snowflake - SnowPro Core Certification Preparation

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, User Accounts, Data Warehousing, Identity and Access Management, Data Modeling, Data Integration, SQL, Cloud Computing Architecture, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Import/Export, Business Intelligence, Data Transformation, Data Security, Scalability

      2.7
      Rating, 2.7 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      IBM COBOL Software Development Practices

      Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Technical Support, Software Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Scrum (Software Development), Software Development, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Issue Tracking, Debugging, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Building Data Visualization Tools

      Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Datamaps, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Interactive Data Visualization, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Graphic and Visual Design, R Programming, Geographic Information Systems, Software Development

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      158 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      A

      Amazon

      Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development, Software Development, Unified Modeling Language, Software Testing, JUnit, Agile Methodology, Spring Framework, Code Review, Maintainability, Debugging, Java, Technical Design, User Story, User Interface (UI) Design

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      NIIT

      Introduction to building Web Pages using HTML5 and CSS3

      Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development Tools, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Semantic Web, Integrated Development Environments

      3.1
      Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Programming with Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Storytelling, Scripting, Solution Design, Creativity, Event-Driven Programming, Data Storage

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Программирование для всех (начало работы с Python)

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Software Installation, Computational Thinking, Development Environment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Packt

      Foundations and Core Concepts of PyTorch

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Performance Tuning, System Configuration, Development Environment, Software Installation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Python for Finance: Investment Fundamentals & Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Capital Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Regression Analysis, Financial Analysis, Investment Management, Risk Analysis, Trend Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Simulations, Jupyter, Data Manipulation

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Learn to Teach Java: Sequences, Primitive Types and Using Objects

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      Edureka

      PySpark for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Apache Spark, Unsupervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Real Time Data, Big Data, Data Visualization, Distributed Computing, Natural Language Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, SQL, Data Transformation, Supervised Learning, Text Mining

      2.9
      Rating, 2.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular language courses

    • Analyse numérique pour ingénieurs: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Snowflake - SnowPro Core Certification Preparation: Board Infinity
    • IBM COBOL Software Development Practices: IBM
    • Building Data Visualization Tools: Johns Hopkins University
    • Application Development: Amazon
    • Introduction to building Web Pages using HTML5 and CSS3: NIIT
    • Programming with Scratch: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Программирование для всех (начало работы с Python): University of Michigan
    • Foundations and Core Concepts of PyTorch: Packt
    • Python for Finance: Investment Fundamentals & Data Analytics: Packt

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Language

    Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages:

    • Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language.
    • Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully.
    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas.
    • Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities.
    • Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings.
    • Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.‎

    Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels:

    • Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills.
    • Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding.
    • Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.‎

    Coursera offers several pathways to formalize your language learning:

    • Professional certificates that can enhance your language skills for personal or professional use.
    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your proficiency in specific language skills or cultural knowledge.
    • Degree programs or professional qualifications in language studies, linguistics, or translation that prepare you for advanced roles requiring multilingual capabilities.

    These educational options are intended to support your language development and demonstrate your commitment to mastering a new language.‎

    Studying a new language on Coursera can open up diverse career paths in international settings:

    • Translator or Interpreter: Facilitate communication between speakers of different languages in various contexts, such as legal, medical, or business.
    • Multilingual Customer Support: Provide assistance to customers from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
    • Language Educator: Teach a language at schools, universities, or online platforms.
    • Cultural Consultant: Offer insights and advice on cultural practices to businesses or organizations expanding into new markets.
    • International Relations Specialist: Use language skills to manage communications and relationships across countries.‎
    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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