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    Explore game design principles for creating engaging games. Learn about game mechanics, storytelling, and user experience.

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      University of Michigan

      Statistics with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Box Plots, Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Histogram, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistical Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Python Programming

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Fundamentals of Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Pseudocode, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mathematical Modeling, Debugging, Data Structures, Combinatorics, Computer Programming, Software Testing, Animation and Game Design, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Probability, Interactive Design, Python Programming, Theoretical Computer Science

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Marketing Digital

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing, Digital Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, A/B Testing, Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Advertising Campaigns, Lead Generation, Facebook, Marketing Analytics, Performance Measurement, Return On Investment

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.1: Tools & Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Figma (Design Software), User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Style Guides, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Typography, Collaborative Software, Animations, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory, Usability Testing

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Logo Design For Versatility: How Big Brands Have Adapted

      Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Branding, Graphic Design, Brand Strategy, Intellectual Property, Legal Risk, Marketing Design, Design Strategies, Creative Design

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Canva Design Essentials Pt. 2: Branding & Identity

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Typography, Style Guides, Brand Strategy, Branding, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Competitive Analysis, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Ideation, Digital Design, Color Theory, Market Research

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Investment and Portfolio Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Derivatives, Financial Market, Securities Trading, Equities, Finance, Performance Measurement, Investments, Behavioral Economics, Capital Markets, Investment Management, Return On Investment, Peer Review, Performance Analysis, Asset Management, Risk Management, Benchmarking, Futures Exchange, Risk Appetite, Market Dynamics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      IT Systems Design and Analysis 

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Risk Management, Digital Transformation, Database Design, IT Management, Data Modeling, Systems Architecture, Process Design, Business Analysis, Business Technologies, Process Flow Diagrams, Information Technology, Business Process Modeling, Prototyping, Computer Science, Product Lifecycle Management, Agile Methodology, Business Communication

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Canva Design Essentials Pt. 1: Core Tools & Layouts

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design, Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Visual Design, Digital Design, Design Software, Color Theory, File Management

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Skillshare

      Iconic Logo Design: Brainstorm & Refine Unique Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Adobe Illustrator, Typography, Oral Expression, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Color Theory, Creativity, Design Research

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Skillshare

      Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.3: Prototypes & Handoff

      Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Collaborative Software, Mockups, Wireframing, User Flows, Data Import/Export

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Promotional Video using Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Animations, Canva (Software), Video Production, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Content Creation, Marketing, Target Audience

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      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    • Statistics with Python: University of Michigan
    • Fundamentals of Computing: Rice University
    • Marketing Digital: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Figma UI UX Design Essentials Pt.1: Tools & Foundations: Skillshare
    • Logo Design For Versatility: How Big Brands Have Adapted: Skillshare
    • Canva Design Essentials Pt. 2: Branding & Identity: Skillshare
    • Investment and Portfolio Management: Rice University
    • IT Systems Design and Analysis : SkillUp EdTech
    • Canva Design Essentials Pt. 1: Core Tools & Layouts: Skillshare
    • Iconic Logo Design: Brainstorm & Refine Unique Concepts: Skillshare

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