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Software courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. You can build skills in version control, debugging, and testing, which are crucial for creating reliable applications. Many courses introduce tools like Git for collaboration, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks such as React or Django for building user interfaces and backend systems.


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    Vanderbilt University

    The Future of Education with AI: Exploring Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Responsible AI, digital literacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Michigan State University

    Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives

    Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Feasibility Studies, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Monitoring, Sustainability Reporting, Project Accounting, Project Finance, Environmental Science, Policy Analysis, Scientific Methods, Climate Change Programs, Sustainable Development, Market Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Verification And Validation, Estimation, Data Collection

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Docker and Kubernetes Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Deployment, YAML, Devops Tools, Command-Line Interface, Google Cloud Platform, Web Applications, Cloud Deployment, Data Persistence, Development Environment, Configuration Management, Virtual Networking, Nginx, CI/CD, MongoDB, Service Management, Infrastructure Security

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Tableau Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Tableau Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Modeling, Data Storytelling, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Business Intelligence, Data Transformation, Data Integration, Data Analysis

    4.9
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Data Presentation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity, Productivity Software, Data Analysis, Workflow Management, Generative AI Agents, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Data Management, Business Consulting, Generative AI, Data Management, Leadership Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Getting Started with Docker

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Application Deployment, DevOps, Ubuntu, Development Environment, Software Configuration Management, Software Installation, Application Lifecycle Management, Command-Line Interface

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    Coursera

    Automation for Everyone: Tech Benefits Unleashed

    Skills you'll gain: Automation, No-Code Development, IT Automation, Business Process Automation, Self Service Technologies, Workflow Management, Productivity Software, Digital Transformation, Process Optimization, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Subsistence Marketplaces

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Solution Design, Consumer Behaviour, Sustainable Development, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Business, Market Opportunities, Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, Ideation, Product Development, Environmental Issue, Business, Qualitative Research, Sustainability Reporting, Behavioral Economics, Social Sciences, Business Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    Blender for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Post-Production, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphical Tools, Motion Graphics, Timelines, Graphics Software, User Interface (UI), Creativity, File Management, Image Quality, Layout Design, Software Versioning, Software Installation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Digital Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Operational Excellence, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Customer experience strategy (CX), Technology Strategies, Strategic Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Risk Management, Change Management, Emerging Technologies, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Accessible Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface (UI), Usability, Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, UI Components, Semantic Web, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Introduction to Ethereum Blockchain

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Development Environment, Software Development Tools, Application Deployment, Transaction Processing, Application Design, Front-End Web Development, Cloud Development, Event-Driven Programming, Development Testing, Javascript

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software courses

  • The Future of Education with AI: Exploring Perspectives: Vanderbilt University
  • Forest Carbon Credits and Initiatives: Michigan State University
  • Docker and Kubernetes Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced: Packt
  • Tableau Fundamentals: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Getting Started with Docker: LearnKartS
  • Automation for Everyone: Tech Benefits Unleashed: Coursera
  • Subsistence Marketplaces: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Blender for Beginners: Skillshare
  • Digital Transformation: Illinois Tech

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