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    Understand discrete optimization for solving combinatorial problems. Learn to apply optimization techniques in operations research and computer science.

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      Stanford University

      Shortest Paths Revisited, NP-Complete Problems and What To Do About Them

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Operations Research, Design Strategies

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Governance, Data Visualization, Data Storage Technologies, Predictive Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Storage, Big Data, Risk Analysis, Databases, Data Modeling, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, SQL

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

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Digital Signal Processing 1: Basic Concepts and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Programming Principles, Engineering Analysis, Electronics, Telecommunications, Advanced Mathematics, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Logic, Applied Mathematics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      624 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Program Development

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University at Buffalo

      Digital Manufacturing & Design

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business Transformation, Digital Design, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, Safety and Security, Workforce Development

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Web Analytics, Web Content, Keyword Research, Information Architecture, Content Management, Marketing, Analytics, Web Design, Web Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      784 reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      IBM

      IBM Relational Database Administrator

      Skills you'll gain: Data Engineering, Data Warehousing, SQL, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Web Scraping, Linux Commands, Database Design, Database Administration, MySQL, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Database Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Store, Generative AI, Data Import/Export, Data Security

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      59K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Search Engine Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Google Ads, Google Analytics, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Information Architecture, Content Strategy, Content Creation, User Experience

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Introduction to Google SEO

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Target Audience, Keyword Research, Consumer Behaviour, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, User Research, Content Strategy, Web Content, Data Analysis, Business Reporting

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Prediction and Control with Function Approximation

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Pseudocode, Linear Algebra, Probability Distribution

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      838 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Spreadsheets and Models

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Google Sheets, Financial Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Data Modeling, Forecasting, Risk Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Business Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Improvement and Optimization

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      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Sample-based Learning Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Simulations, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Algorithms, Probability Distribution

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular discrete optimization courses

    • Shortest Paths Revisited, NP-Complete Problems and What To Do About Them: Stanford University
    • Advanced Business Analytics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Digital Signal Processing 1: Basic Concepts and Algorithms: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science: University of California San Diego
    • Digital Manufacturing & Design: University at Buffalo
    • Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress: Coursera Project Network
    • IBM Relational Database Administrator: IBM
    • Search Engine Optimization: Simplilearn
    • Introduction to Google SEO: University of California, Davis
    • Prediction and Control with Function Approximation: University of Alberta

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