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    DeepLearning.AI

    How Diffusion Models Work

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Jupyter, Prompt Engineering, Sampling (Statistics), Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    271 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Vanderbilt University

    Claude Code: Software Engineering with Generative AI Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Anthropic Claude, Multimodal Prompts, Version Control, Generative AI Agents, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Software Quality Assurance, Software Development, Mockups, Test Automation, Software Documentation, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Automation, Software Testing, Software Design, Software Development Methodologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of North Texas

    Contemporary Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Life Sciences, Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Environment, Environmental Science, General Science and Research, Chemistry, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    96 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Build Intelligent Agents Using DeepSeek & N8N

    Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, No-Code Development, Deepseek, LLM Application, Business Process Automation, Generative AI, Automation, Application Deployment, Data Integration, Data Analysis Software, Google Sheets, Gmail

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Ecosystems of California

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Laboratory Reports, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Monitoring, Data Collection, Environment, Scientific Methods, Land Management, Biology, Hydrology, Water Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Writing a Personal Essay

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Detail Oriented

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Feminismo, género y política

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Diversity Awareness, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Economics, European History

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Lean Six Sigma - Yellow Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Benchmarking, Root Cause Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Project Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Agile Leader Training

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Resilience, Change Management, Growth Mindedness, Optimism, Continuous Improvement Process, Persistence, Personal Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    603 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Data-Driven Leadership Skills Course 1: Leadership Narrative

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Structure, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Social Sciences, Ancient History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Project Network

    AutoCAD for beginners: Drafting blueprints and schematics

    Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD, Architectural Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Blueprint Reading, Blueprinting, Technical Drawing, Computer-Aided Design

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Dartmouth College

    Linux Basics: The Command Line Interface - 6

    Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Linux, Embedded Systems, Linux Servers, Computer Engineering, File Systems, Unix, Operating Systems, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Open Source Technology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular world history courses

  • How Diffusion Models Work: DeepLearning.AI
  • Claude Code: Software Engineering with Generative AI Agents: Vanderbilt University
  • Contemporary Biology : University of North Texas
  • Build Intelligent Agents Using DeepSeek & N8N : Board Infinity
  • Ecosystems of California: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Writing a Personal Essay: Wesleyan University
  • Feminismo, género y política: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Lean Six Sigma - Yellow Belt: Packt
  • Agile Leader Training: University of Colorado System
  • Data-Driven Leadership Skills Course 1: Leadership Narrative: University of Glasgow

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