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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Fundamentals of Compensation Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Labor Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Human Resource Strategy, Communication Strategies, Benchmarking, Equities

      4.1
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      Advanced React Skills

      Skills you'll gain: React Redux, React.js, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Web Frameworks, Maintainability, Authentications, Web Development Tools, Application Frameworks, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Design, Restful API, Authorization (Computing), Software Design, Javascript, Web Development, Web Applications

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Python Programming Essentials Training

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Application Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Data Structures, Software Installation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Artificial Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Logic, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Decision Tree Learning, Taxonomy, Decision Support Systems, Strategic Decision-Making, Text Mining, Bayesian Statistics, Information Architecture, Game Design, Complex Problem Solving, Algorithms, Probability & Statistics

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      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Build Website with HTML, JavaScript, AngularJS, and React

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Javascript and jQuery, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), jQuery, Javascript, React.js, Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Interactive Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, JavaScript Frameworks, User Interface (UI), Front-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Development Tools, Scripting, Scripting Languages, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Use Tableau for Your Data Science Workflow

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Tableau Software, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Descriptive Statistics, Heat Maps, Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Geospatial Information and Technology, Histogram, Analytical Skills, Application Deployment, Network Analysis

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Diseño de Actividades con PhET para la Educación STEM

      Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematics Education, Interactive Design, Experimentation, Research, Chemistry, Physics, Biology

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      130 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      L&T EduTech

      Structural scheme setting and ETABS Analysis of RCC Building

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Structural Analysis, Building Codes, Civil Engineering, Engineering Software, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Dungeon Design Mastery and Advanced Unreal Engine Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, 3D Modeling, Virtual Environment, Interactive Design, Virtual Reality, Computer Graphics, Animations, Simulations, Design Elements And Principles

      Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      UX: Interaction Design

      Skills you'll gain: Interaction Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience Design, Usability, Human Computer Interaction, User Centered Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Persona (User Experience), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Flows, Wireframing, Software Design Patterns, User Research, Design Elements And Principles

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Frontend Development with React

      Skills you'll gain: React Redux, React.js, Back-End Web Development, Front-End Web Development, UI Components, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Authentications, Responsive Web Design, Restful API, Full-Stack Web Development, User Interface (UI), User Accounts, Authorization (Computing)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      Power BI Data Analyst Prep

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Power BI, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Star Schema, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Data Security

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular game design courses

    • Fundamentals of Compensation Strategies: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Advanced React Skills: Scrimba
    • Python Programming Essentials Training: Simplilearn
    • Artificial Intelligence: O.P. Jindal Global University
    • Build Website with HTML, JavaScript, AngularJS, and React: Board Infinity
    • Use Tableau for Your Data Science Workflow: University of California, Irvine
    • Diseño de Actividades con PhET para la Educación STEM: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Structural scheme setting and ETABS Analysis of RCC Building: L&T EduTech
    • Dungeon Design Mastery and Advanced Unreal Engine Techniques: Packt
    • UX: Interaction Design: Packt

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