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Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Programando con Java para aplicaciones Android
Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Android Development, Android Studio, Mobile Development, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
1.5K reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Board Infinity
Fundamentals of Java Programming
Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Tools, Java, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Virtual Machines
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
491 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of California, Irvine
Noun Clauses and Conditionals
Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Language Learning
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
465 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
DeepLearning.AI
AI-Powered Software and System Design
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design Patterns, Databases, Database Systems, Software Design, Software Architecture, Software Systems, System Design and Implementation, API Design, Software Development, Artificial Intelligence, Secure Coding, Application Programming Interface (API), Performance Tuning
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
123 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free
National Taiwan University
Learning Chinese : Start From Scratch (零到一學中文)
Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
541 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Universidad de los Andes
Introducción a la programación orientada a objetos en Java
Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Programming, User Interface (UI), Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Debugging
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
292 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Voxy
Low Intermediate English: Calls & Messaging
Skills you'll gain: Independent Thinking, Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Language Learning, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Communication Strategies, Grammar, General Networking
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
262 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Arm
Arm Cortex-M Architecture and Software Development
Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Performance Tuning, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Microarchitecture, Software Development, Hardware Architecture, Debugging, Program Development, Application Security, Computer Architecture, System Configuration, C (Programming Language), Application Development, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, System Requirements, Computer Hardware, Cybersecurity
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
181 reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Introduction to Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders
Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Surgery, Physical Therapy, Internal Medicine, Health Assessment, Primary Care, Patient Treatment, Medical Terminology, Infectious Diseases, Health Care, General Medical Tests and Procedures, Treatment Planning, General Medicine, Behavior Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Disabilities, Radiology
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
1.3K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: Free
University of Toronto
Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Python Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Software Testing, Debugging, Computational Thinking
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
726 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Coursera Project Network
Sentiment Analysis with Deep Learning using BERT
Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Data Processing, Performance Tuning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
396 reviews
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
LearnQuest
Linux Fundamentals
Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, Linux Servers, File Management, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Web Servers, IT Automation, MySQL, Open Source Technology, Service Management
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
896 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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Programando con Java para aplicaciones Android: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Fundamentals of Java Programming: Board Infinity
Noun Clauses and Conditionals: University of California, Irvine
AI-Powered Software and System Design: DeepLearning.AI
Learning Chinese : Start From Scratch (零到一學中文): National Taiwan University
Introducción a la programación orientada a objetos en Java: Universidad de los Andes
Low Intermediate English: Calls & Messaging: Voxy
Arm Cortex-M Architecture and Software Development: Arm
Introduction to Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code: University of Toronto

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