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      Packt

      Mastering JavaScript Variables – VAR, LET & CONST in 2025

      Skills you'll gain: Web Development Tools, Javascript, Debugging, Maintainability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgetown University

      Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies

      Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Operations Management, Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Design Thinking, Competitive Intelligence, Survey Creation, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Social Justice, Descriptive Statistics, Environment, Business Ethics, Capital Budgeting, Multimedia, Market Opportunities, Marketing Planning, International Relations, Artificial Intelligence, Policy Development, Political Sciences

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, Restful API, Spring Framework, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing, OpenAI, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Software Testing, Test Automation, Software Development, DevSecOps, Application Security, CI/CD, Application Programming Interface (API), 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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      IBM

      Generative AI: Accelerate your Digital Marketing Career

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Generative AI, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Marketing Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Keyword Research, Prompt Engineering, Search Engine Optimization, Copywriting, Business Ethics, E-Commerce, Customer experience improvement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Digital Advertising, ChatGPT, Email Marketing, OpenAI, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Marketing Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Copywriting, Image Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Infosec

      Writing Secure Code in C++

      Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Computer Programming Tools, C and C++, Application Security, System Programming, C++ (Programming Language), C (Programming Language), Software Development Tools, Debugging, Software Engineering Tools, Embedded Systems, Interoperability, Unix, Vulnerability Assessments, Operating Systems, Data Security, Development Environment, Linux, Data Validation

      2.8
      Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Rice University

      Communication Skills for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Presentations, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Executive Presence, Business Writing, Public Speaking, Business Communication, Concision, Crisis Management, Persuasive Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Technical Writing, Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Electronic Media, Communication Strategies, Intercultural Competence, Report Writing, Stakeholder Communications

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      871 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Generative AI for Software Development

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Database Design, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Database Systems, Collaborative Software, Software Testing, ChatGPT, Technical Documentation, Generative AI, Code Review, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, API Design, Dependency Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Security Testing, Software Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      564 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Computational Thinking for Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Analysis, Debugging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian School of Business

      A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment

      Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Resilience, Growth Mindedness, Psychology, Personal Development, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.9K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Macquarie University

      Adapting: Career Development

      Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Productivity, Professional Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Business Ethics, Business Writing, Leadership Development, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Lifelong Learning, Communication, Proactivity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Arizona State University

      Business English

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Sales Presentations, Brainstorming, Purchasing, Business Writing, English Language, Business Communication, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Negotiation, Selling Techniques, Management Reporting, Marketing Communications, Business Correspondence, Marketing Planning, Active Listening, Advertising, Business Marketing, Telephone Skills, Promotional Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    • Mastering JavaScript Variables – VAR, LET & CONST in 2025: Packt
    • Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies: Georgetown University
    • Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers: IBM
    • Generative AI: Accelerate your Digital Marketing Career: IBM
    • Generative AI for Digital Marketing: IBM
    • Writing Secure Code in C++: Infosec
    • Communication Skills for Engineers: Rice University
    • Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
    • Computational Thinking for Problem Solving: University of Pennsylvania
    • A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment: Indian School of Business

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