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      University of Michigan

      Applied Data Science with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Network Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Text Mining, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Network Model, Jupyter, NumPy, Graph Theory, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming

      4.5
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Back-End Development

      Skills you'll gain: Istio, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Software Development Life Cycle, Linux Commands, Application Deployment, NoSQL, Kubernetes, Bash (Scripting Language), MongoDB, Shell Script, Django (Web Framework), Software Architecture, Object-Relational Mapping, Development Environment, Git (Version Control System), Flask (Web Framework), Grafana, Microservices, Data Import/Export, Python Programming

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

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      Johns Hopkins University

      A Crash Course in Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Data Management, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Design, Performance Metric, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference

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

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      IBM

      Data Science Methodology

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Peer Review, Data Modeling, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Business Analysis, Data Mining, Predictive Modeling, Data Quality, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, User Feedback, Decision Tree Learning, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      21K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Data Science in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Jupyter, NumPy, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming, Programming Principles

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      27K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      The Science of Well-Being

      Skills you'll gain: Positive Behavior Support, Goal Setting, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Behavioral Economics, Mental Health, Productivity, Psychology, Social Skills, Mindfulness

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Data Science Math Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Probability, Bayesian Statistics, General Mathematics, Calculus, Graphing, Data Science, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Algebra, Geometry, Arithmetic, Derivatives

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      13K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      Stanford Introduction to Food and Health

      Skills you'll gain: Cooking, Nutrition and Diet, Preventative Care, Food and Beverage, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Behavioral Health, Clinical Nutrition, Chronic Diseases, Health Informatics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      34K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Computational Neuroscience

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Network Model, Matlab, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Neurology, Computer Science, Reinforcement Learning, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics

      4.6
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Data Visualization, SQL, Data Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      116K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Amsterdam

      Classical Sociological Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Studies, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Economics, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Computer Communications

      Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Digital Communications, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Network Architecture, Network Performance Management, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Software-Defined Networking, Algorithms, System Programming, Data Integrity

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

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular theoretical computer science courses

    • Applied Data Science with Python: University of Michigan
    • IBM Back-End Development: IBM
    • A Crash Course in Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Science Methodology: IBM
    • Introduction to Data Science in Python: University of Michigan
    • The Science of Well-Being: Yale University
    • Data Science Math Skills: Duke University
    • Stanford Introduction to Food and Health: Stanford University
    • Computational Neuroscience: University of Washington
    • Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere: Google

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