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    • U

      University of Toronto

      Introduction To Swift Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Objective-C (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Image Analysis

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Natural Language Processing, Big Data, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      598 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Microsoft

      Microsoft Azure SQL

      Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Microsoft Azure, Databases, Relational Databases, MySQL, SQL, Database Management, Cloud Services, PostgreSQL, Data Storage Technologies, Data Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      250 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad de los Andes

      Introducción a la inteligencia artificial contemporánea

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Reinforcement Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Semantic Web, Natural Language Processing, Embedded Systems, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Algorithms, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      283 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      SAS

      Doing More with SAS Programming

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Manipulation, Consolidation, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Presentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      939 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      D

      DeepLearning.AI

      Pair Programming with a Large Language Model

      Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Code Review, Large Language Modeling, Software Development Tools, Software Documentation, Prompt Engineering, Debugging, Maintainability, Generative AI Agents

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • M

      Meta

      APIs

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Django (Web Framework), API Design, Software Documentation, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Test Tools, Debugging, JSON, Performance Tuning, Data Validation, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      331 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Developing Data Products

      Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Rmarkdown, Leaflet (Software), Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, R Programming, Statistical Reporting, User Interface (UI), Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), GitHub, Package and Software Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California San Diego

      Number Theory and Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Key Management, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      605 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      EDUCBA

      Embedded Software Development with C

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Debugging, Peripheral Devices, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, System Programming, Data Structures, Hardware Troubleshooting, Microarchitecture, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture, C++ (Programming Language), Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      161 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Evaluating Large Language Model Outputs: A Practical Guide

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Program Evaluation, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Google Cloud Platform, Natural Language Processing, Quality Assessment, Applied Machine Learning, User Feedback, Image Analysis, Human Factors, Performance Metric

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      Unsupervised Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Text Mining, Data Mining, Data Science, Big Data, NumPy, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Natural Language Processing, Linear Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      313 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Introduction To Swift Programming: University of Toronto
    • Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and Ethics: University of California, Davis
    • Microsoft Azure SQL: Microsoft
    • Introducción a la inteligencia artificial contemporánea: Universidad de los Andes
    • Doing More with SAS Programming: SAS
    • Pair Programming with a Large Language Model: DeepLearning.AI
    • APIs: Meta
    • Developing Data Products: Johns Hopkins University
    • Number Theory and Cryptography: University of California San Diego
    • Embedded Software Development with C: EDUCBA

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Language

    Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages:

    • Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language.
    • Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully.
    • Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas.
    • Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities.
    • Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings.
    • Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.‎

    Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels:

    • Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills.
    • Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding.
    • Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.‎

    Coursera offers several pathways to formalize your language learning:

    • Professional certificates that can enhance your language skills for personal or professional use.
    • Specialized course certificates that demonstrate your proficiency in specific language skills or cultural knowledge.
    • Degree programs or professional qualifications in language studies, linguistics, or translation that prepare you for advanced roles requiring multilingual capabilities.

    These educational options are intended to support your language development and demonstrate your commitment to mastering a new language.‎

    Studying a new language on Coursera can open up diverse career paths in international settings:

    • Translator or Interpreter: Facilitate communication between speakers of different languages in various contexts, such as legal, medical, or business.
    • Multilingual Customer Support: Provide assistance to customers from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
    • Language Educator: Teach a language at schools, universities, or online platforms.
    • Cultural Consultant: Offer insights and advice on cultural practices to businesses or organizations expanding into new markets.
    • International Relations Specialist: Use language skills to manage communications and relationships across countries.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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