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    Master optimization techniques for improving system performance. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and heuristic methods.

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      Codio

      SQL for Security Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, SQL, Databases, Database Management, Secure Coding, Relational Databases, User Provisioning, Data Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Integrity, Threat Detection, Encryption

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Java Multithreading and Parallel Programming Masterclass

      Skills you'll gain: Java, System Programming, Algorithms, JUnit, OS Process Management, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Data Pipelines, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (AZ-305)

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Data Integration, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Routing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Data Architecture, Cloud Management, System Monitoring, Load Balancing, Authentications, Data Lakes, Database Design, Authorization (Computing), Application Deployment, Solution Architecture, Relational Databases, Identity and Access Management

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      LLM Engineering with RAG: Optimizing AI Solutions

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, Scalability, Application Development, Natural Language Processing, Data Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Performance Tuning, Machine Learning, Data Science

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Skills for a Modern Entrepreneur or Business Owner

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, User Research, Value Propositions, Emotional Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Excel, Business Metrics, Business Planning, Customer Engagement, Verbal Communication Skills, Pivot Tables And Charts, Content Marketing, Business Marketing, Relationship Management, Market Research, Business Development, Financial Analysis, Social Media Strategy, Data Visualization, Digital Marketing

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Blender 4 - Geometry Nodes for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      The Oracle Database Performance Tuning Course

      Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Data Storage Technologies, Data Storage, Configuration Management

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Master AWS DynamoDB

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon DynamoDB, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Development Environment, User Accounts, NoSQL, Database Management, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming Tools, Database Design, Query Languages, Performance Tuning, Command-Line Interface, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Installation, Data Structures, Scalability

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Foundations of Unreal Engine 5 and Basic Environment Design

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, 3D Modeling, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Game Design, Computer Graphics, User Interface (UI), Design, File Management

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      OpenCL Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Application Frameworks, Application Performance Management, C (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computing Platforms, Application Development

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Improving Diagnostic Accuracy with GenAI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Health Informatics, Healthcare Ethics, Precision Medicine, Patient Evaluation, Health Technology, Data Integration, Medical Imaging, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Media for Web Development: Optimize a Travel Website

      Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Content, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Responsive Web Design, Web Development, Performance Tuning, Search Engine Optimization

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • SQL for Security Specialist: Codio
    • Java Multithreading and Parallel Programming Masterclass: Packt
    • Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (AZ-305): Packt
    • LLM Engineering with RAG: Optimizing AI Solutions: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Skills for a Modern Entrepreneur or Business Owner: Packt
    • Blender 4 - Geometry Nodes for Beginners: Packt
    • The Oracle Database Performance Tuning Course: Packt
    • Master AWS DynamoDB: Packt
    • Foundations of Unreal Engine 5 and Basic Environment Design: Packt
    • OpenCL Programming: Coursera Instructor Network

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