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      Simplilearn

      Gen AI Using Hugging Face Training

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Text Mining, Prompt Engineering, Applied Machine Learning

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Building the Core Mechanics of a Pinball Game in UE

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Performance Tuning, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Video Game Development, Virtual Environment, Scripting, Animations, Debugging

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Statistical Learning for Engineering Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Dimensionality Reduction, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Generative AI, Random Forest Algorithm, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Project on Logstash - Large-Scale Logging Mechanism

      Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), YAML, Containerization, Kibana, Configuration Management, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Debugging, DevOps, Microservices, Development Environment, Scalability

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Macquarie University

      Cyber Security Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Mobile Security, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Assessment, Data Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Security Strategy, Human Factors (Security), Malware Protection, Cyber Threat Hunting, Personally Identifiable Information, Cloud Security, Email Security, Multi-Factor Authentication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      MAYA Architecture - Shaders and Textures

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphic Techniques

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      The Complete Vue.js Course for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Vue.JS, JavaScript Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Web Applications, UI Components, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Design, Application Programming Interface (API), User Interface (UI), Event-Driven Programming, Data Validation, Debugging, Data Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      REST Assured Java - Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Testing, JSON, Java, Data Validation, Test Automation, Test Case, Development Environment

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Linux Crash Course for Beginners - 2023

      Skills you'll gain: System Monitoring, Shell Script, Bash (Scripting Language), User Accounts, Linux Commands, Linux, Systems Administration, Linux Administration, File Management, Command-Line Interface, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Network Administration, Software Installation, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Virtualization

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Intro to Git

      Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Collaborative Software, Software Versioning, Software Development Tools, Command-Line Interface

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Java Servlets Tutorial

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Data Access, Apache Tomcat, Application Servers, Relational Databases, Databases, Java, Web Servers, SQL, Stored Procedure, Authentications, Web Applications, Secure Coding, Middleware, Software Design Patterns, Data Validation

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      University of Washington

      Guided Website Development Project

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Browser Compatibility, User Story, HTML and CSS, GitHub, Microsoft Copilot, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Web Development Tools, Application Deployment, Responsive Web Design, Git (Version Control System), Front-End Web Development, Development Testing, Debugging, Functional Requirement, Semantic Web

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular political science courses

    • Gen AI Using Hugging Face Training: Simplilearn
    • Building the Core Mechanics of a Pinball Game in UE: EDUCBA
    • Statistical Learning for Engineering Part 2: Northeastern University
    • Project on Logstash - Large-Scale Logging Mechanism: EDUCBA
    • Cyber Security Essentials: Macquarie University
    • MAYA Architecture - Shaders and Textures: EDUCBA
    • The Complete Vue.js Course for Beginners: Packt
    • REST Assured Java - Beginners: EDUCBA
    • Linux Crash Course for Beginners - 2023: Packt
    • Intro to Git: Packt

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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