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    Learn coding fundamentals for starting your programming journey. Understand basic concepts and write simple programs in languages like Python and JavaScript.

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      Coursera Project Network

      Excel for Beginners: Beginner Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Software, Data Import/Export

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      66 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Python for Beginners: Variables and Strings

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Programming Principles, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      50 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Excel for Beginners: Pivot Tables

      Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Google Sheets

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      140 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Software Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, 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, Software Engineering, Program Development, Software Architecture, IBM Cloud

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT for Project Management - Leveraging AI for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Productivity, Project Planning, Generative AI, Risk Analysis, Milestones (Project Management), Timelines, Project Risk Management, Project Schedules, Project Management, Artificial Intelligence, Workflow Management, Project Implementation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Project Documentation, Taking Meeting Minutes, Business Metrics, Creative Thinking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Data Scientists

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, OpenAI, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Data Storytelling, Program Development, Data Modeling, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, Data Science, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, IBM Cloud, Machine Learning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity

      Skills you'll gain: IT Service Management, Cloud Computing, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Linux, Incident Response, Networking Hardware, TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Network Protocols, Linux Servers, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Security, Operating Systems, Windows Servers, Cyber Risk, Data Ethics, Cyber Attacks

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      22K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Multiple educators

      Data Science Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Pseudocode, Jupyter, Algorithms, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization Software, Correlation Analysis, Web Scraping, NumPy, Python Programming, Probability & Statistics, Predictive Modeling, Computer Programming Tools, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning, Project Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      113K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Shanghai Jiao Tong University

      Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Cultural Diversity, Culture, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, IBM Cloud, Image Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Excel for Beginners: Introduction to Spreadsheets

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Data Analysis Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      193 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google

      Prepare Data for Exploration

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Data Security, Google Sheets, Databases, Data Processing, Data Storage, Data Quality, Data Management, Data Collection, Relational Databases, SQL, Unstructured Data

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      22K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    • Excel for Beginners: Beginner Functions: Coursera Project Network
    • Python for Beginners: Variables and Strings: Coursera Project Network
    • Excel for Beginners: Pivot Tables: Coursera Project Network
    • Generative AI for Software Developers: IBM
    • ChatGPT for Project Management - Leveraging AI for Success: Vanderbilt University
    • Generative AI for Data Scientists: IBM
    • IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity: IBM
    • Data Science Foundations: IBM
    • Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
    • Generative AI for Data Analysts: IBM

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