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      University of Michigan

      Using Databases with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Store, Relational Databases, Database Design, SQL, Databases, Web Scraping, Data Modeling, Database Systems, Database Management, Data Visualization Software, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Processing, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Introduction to TensorFlow for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

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

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      Microsoft

      Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, User Interface (UI), Usability, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Mockups, User Experience, Wireframing, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Prototyping, User Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Business Communication

      Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Conflict Management, Teamwork, Constructive Feedback, Business Correspondence, Team Building, Decision Making, Cooperation, Business Communication, Collaboration, Recognizing Others, Mediation, Writing, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Team Motivation, Tactfulness, Performance Management, Staff Management, Grammar

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Basic Elements of Design: Design Principles and Software Overview

      Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Design, Typography, Adobe InDesign, Content Creation, Design Research, Information Architecture, Color Theory, Adobe Photoshop

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      986 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Network Routing, Probability, Pseudocode, Computational Logic, Operations Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Unsupervised Learning, Recommenders, Reinforcement Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Anomaly Detection, Dimensionality Reduction, Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build a Full Website using WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Web Development, Blogs, Social Media, Content Management, Marketing, Design, Computer Science

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Design Digital Course Collateral

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Developing Training Materials, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Marketing, Social Media

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University at Buffalo

      Solar Energy and Electrical System Design

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Wiring, HVAC, Building Design, Construction Inspection, Basic Electrical Systems, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, System Requirements, Mechanical Design, Building Codes, Structural Analysis, Cost Estimation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      714 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera

      Figma, Sketch & Miro for UX Design

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Human Centered Design, Interactive Design, Conceptual Design, Design, User Flows, Collaborative Software, Design Specifications, Persona Development, Design Software, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Ideation, Animations

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Learning Experience Design: Theories and Frameworks

      Skills you'll gain: Course Development, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Needs Assessment, Motivational Skills, Prototyping, Student-Centred Learning, Creativity, Analysis, Communication

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Using Databases with Python: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to TensorFlow for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
    • Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals: Microsoft
    • Business Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Basic Elements of Design: Design Principles and Software Overview: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Algorithms: Stanford University
    • Unsupervised Learning, Recommenders, Reinforcement Learning: DeepLearning.AI
    • Build a Full Website using WordPress: Coursera Project Network
    • Use Canva to Design Digital Course Collateral: Coursera Project Network
    • Solar Energy and Electrical System Design: University at Buffalo

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