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Coursera’s editorial team is comprised of highly experienced professional editors, writers, and fact-checkers. Our articles are deeply researched and thoroughly reviewed to ensure we are providing trustworthy information and advice for any topic. We understand that taking the next step in your education or career can raise questions. We are here to provide actionable, reliable, and relevant answers so you can achieve your goals.

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[Featured Image] A learner asks their mentor, “What is skeuomorphism?” and listens carefully to understand the explanation.

What Is Skeuomorphism?

Learn how skeuomorphism fits into user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design and the role it has played in the development of digital design.

October 21, 2024

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[Featured image] A Cloud architect, wearing a blue patterned dress, working in front of her desktop.

How to Become a Cloud Architect: Degrees, Skills, Jobs, Courses

Learn how to become a cloud architect, including the skills needed to succeed in this role, to determine whether this is your career direction.

October 21, 2024

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[Featured Image] A male networker is at a server holding a laptop working on his presentation layer found within the OSI model.

Understanding the Presentation Layer: A Beginner’s Guide

Discover how the presentation layer functions as the sixth layer in the OSI model and how experience in this area might benefit a networking career.

October 21, 2024

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[Featured image] A project team holds a retrospective in a conference room with a big window and a colorful wall.

What Is a Retrospective?

Retrospective meetings allow organisations to reflect on a project once it’s completed, which helps you improve your approach in the future.

October 21, 2024

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[Featured Image]: A woman looks at a computer monitor with a colleague as the cybersecurity team tries to prevent a social engineering attack.

What Is Social Engineering?

Social engineering presents a cybersecurity threat to individuals and businesses. Learn what’s involved and how to keep your data safe.

October 21, 2024

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[Featured image] A UX designer is on their laptop looking at a service blueprint.

What Is a Service Blueprint?

Learn what a customer blueprint can do for your company, including helping employees perform and enhancing customer service.

October 21, 2024

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