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      EDUCBA

      Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Data Validation, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Business Logic, Django (Web Framework), Data Structures, User Interface (UI), Customer Data Management, Program Development, Web Applications, Development Environment, Data Store, Maintainability, Web Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Data Entry, Command-Line Interface, Record Keeping

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pearson

      Rust Programming Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Relational Databases, Programming Principles, Databases, Command-Line Interface, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File Management, System Programming, Functional Design, Application Development, Software Design Patterns, Performance Tuning, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Secure Coding, Data Validation, Software Development, Interoperability, Debugging

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      ¿Ves la Erosión? Claves para Identificarla

      Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Issue, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Fundamentals of Bioclimatic Design

      Skills you'll gain: Architectural Engineering, Architectural Design, Thermal Management, Building Design, Environment and Resource Management, Human Factors, Environmental Engineering, Design Strategies, Simulations, Energy and Utilities, Physics

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      ABAP Fundamentals and Core Programming Concepts

      Skills you'll gain: SAP Applications, Business Logic, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Report Writing, Business Reporting, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Eclipse (Software), Maintainability, Transaction Processing, Data Import/Export, Development Environment, Data Structures, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Computation and Visualization for Analytics Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Unstructured Data, Data Processing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Data Manipulation, Big Data, Data Transformation, Data Structures, Python Programming

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      RAG for Generative AI Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Databases, Database Systems, NoSQL, Flask (Web Framework), Application Development, Data Storage Technologies, JSON, Application Frameworks, Artificial Intelligence, Semantic Web, Natural Language Processing, Real Time Data, Query Languages, AI Personalization, Data Store, Database Management Systems, Information Architecture

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      EDUCBA

      Python Pyramid - Advanced

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Verification And Validation, Software Testing, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Test Case, Functional Testing, Web Development, Identity and Access Management, Web Frameworks, Web Applications, Integration Testing, Application Frameworks, Secure Coding, Restful API, Server Side, Application Security, File Management, Configuration Management

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp EdTech

      Intermediate Java Development: Spring, Databases, Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Hibernate (Java), Object-Relational Mapping, Java, Restful API, Java Programming, CI/CD, Model View Controller, MySQL, Spring Boot, Containerization, Databases, Apache Maven, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Application Frameworks, NoSQL, Test Driven Development (TDD), Object Oriented Design, Docker (Software), Kubernetes

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      University of Cape Town

      Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Environment, Life Sciences, Biology, World History, Ancient History, Microbiology

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      Northeastern University

      Foundations for Data Analytics Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Computational Thinking, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Data Visualization, Python Programming, Algorithms

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      University of Michigan

      User Experience Research and Design

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Usability Testing, Surveys, User Research, UI/UX Research, Qualitative Research, User Experience Design, Design Research, Survey Creation, User Experience, Prototyping, Usability, Interviewing Skills, User Centered Design, Wireframing, A/B Testing, Design Thinking, User Feedback, Design Strategies, Human Computer Interaction

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects: EDUCBA
    • Rust Programming Essentials: Pearson
    • ¿Ves la Erosión? Claves para Identificarla: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Fundamentals of Bioclimatic Design: University of Pennsylvania
    • ABAP Fundamentals and Core Programming Concepts: Board Infinity
    • Computation and Visualization for Analytics Part 1: Northeastern University
    • RAG for Generative AI Applications: IBM
    • Python Pyramid - Advanced: EDUCBA
    • Intermediate Java Development: Spring, Databases, Deployment: SkillUp EdTech
    • Life on Earth: Diversification and Extinctions: University of Cape Town

    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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