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Packt
Web Development Fundamentals
This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course offers a comprehensive introduction to web development, designed to equip you with essential skills to build websites from scratch. You'll start by learning the fundamentals of HTML5, the backbone of web pages, and gain hands-on experience with structuring your first webpage. As you progress, you will explore key topics such as text formatting, working with images and links, and incorporating tables and forms. Throughout the course, you'll also learn how to debug and troubleshoot code to resolve issues efficiently. Next, you'll delve into CSS3, learning how to style webpages with visual elements like colors, borders, and fonts. You'll master techniques such as Flexbox and CSS animations, which will help you create dynamic and responsive layouts. The course also introduces advanced CSS concepts and guides you through exciting real-world projects, including building a portfolio website and cloning a BBC News website. Finally, you will explore JavaScript and jQuery, gaining proficiency in making your webpages interactive with real-time changes. Through engaging projects and challenges, you'll master JavaScript concepts like variables, loops, and functions, as well as learn how to manipulate web elements dynamically. By applying your knowledge, you will create interactive games and features using JavaScript and jQuery. This course is ideal for beginners eager to dive into web development and acquire practical, real-world skills. Whether you're aiming to build personal websites or pursue a career in web development, this course will lay a solid foundation for your journey. By the end of the course, you will be able to create fully functional, responsive websites, implement dynamic elements using JavaScript and jQuery, and leverage Bootstrap for building professional-grade user interfaces.
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Women in environmental biology
Have you ever wondered how humans relate to other living beings and what do you need to know to be able to understand current environmental problems? Do you know that many of these researches and knowledge have been described by women? This course gives answers to these questions and it is addressed to anyone interested in the relationship between humans and other living beings, as well as all those concerned about the global change situation that the planet is suffering. We will learn key concepts of environmental biology, what does the word biodiversity mean, what are the main types of living organisms that exist on the Earth and the importance of these for human beings. We will also learn that the gender perspective plays a key role in how we understand the world and in how science, and in particular, environmental biology, progress. What is this course useful for? In the current context of global change of the planet, sustainability is a key and transversal concept in many aspects of our life: education, politics, legislation, etc ... Knowing to appreciate the importance of our relationship with the natural environment will facilitate to work on issues related to sustainability with a solid knowledge based on evidence. On the other hand, there is growing evidence that the gender perspective is a key element in the transformation of many environmental problems on the planet. This course has been designed and developed by a team of women researchers applying the gender perspective in the content and structure of the course. In addition, with this course you will discover many other women who, throughout history, have made key contributions to environmental biology and that will surely allow you to start stretching the thread to know more of them.
Google Cloud
Detect Labels, Faces, and Landmarks in Images with the Cloud Vision API
This is a self-paced lab that takes place in the Google Cloud console. The Cloud Vision API lets you understand the content of an image by encapsulating powerful machine learning models in a simple REST API. In this lab you’ll send an image to the Cloud Vision API and have it identify objects, faces, and landmarks.
Red Hat
OpenStack Administration: Control Plane Management
Fundamentals of OpenStack Administration: Control Plane Management helps Red Hat OpenStack cluster administrators to manage the health and performance of OpenStack Control plane services, to troubleshoot issues by inspecting Kubernetes operators and workloads, and to configure OpenStack control plane services by using Kubernetes custom resources. Course objectives: Explain the Red Hat OpenShift Container Platform architecture and identify its components and resources. Identify and collect information about OpenStack operator pods, custom resources, configuration maps, and secrets. Identify enabled and disabled OpenStack control plane services by inspecting their custom resources. Identify network resources (routes, load balancers, and secondary networks), network settings, and connectivity between a control plane and a data plane.
Coursera
Use Buncee for Online Teaching
By the end of this project, you will be able to use Buncee to unleash your creativity as a teacher. Buncee is “a creation and communication tool… to create interactive content, allowing those of all ages to visualize concepts and communicate creatively.” With Buncee, teachers can easily create engaging visual presentations that will help students master new content. Throughout this project, we will work together to ensure that you are ready to use Buncee and have created presentations that you can use with your students right away. *You will need a free trial of Buncee for this project.
Google
Proyecto final: Aplicación de la gestión de proyectos en el mundo real
En este curso final del Certificado en gestión de proyectos de Google, pondrás en práctica tu conocimiento sobre gestión de proyectos y las habilidades que aprendiste hasta el momento. Animamos a los estudiantes a realizar del curso 1 al 5 antes de empezar este curso final porque, en ellos, se explican los conceptos básicos que necesitarán para realizar las actividades de este curso. A medida que progreses en este curso, “observarás” a un gerente de proyectos en un escenario del mundo real y realizarás muchas actividades prácticas. Harás lo siguiente: - analizar documentos de proyectos para identificar las necesidades del proyecto y evaluar a los interesados - realizar un estatuto de proyecto y usarlo como herramienta para clarificar el alcance y los objetivos del proyecto a los interesados - identificar, documentar y priorizar las tareas y los hitos en un plan de proyecto - definir los estándares de gestión de calidad y explorar cómo compartir con eficacia datos cualitativos - demostrar el impacto de tu proyecto por medio de informes eficaces Al final de este curso, habrás desarrollado un portfolio de artefactos de gestión de proyectos en el que podrás demostrar las habilidades que aprendiste durante todo el programa, como gestionar interesados y equipos, organizar planes y comunicar los detalles del proyecto. Estos artefactos demostrarán tu preparación para la carrera cuando te postules a empleos relacionados. Con el objeto de prepararte a fin de presentarte en entrevistas de empleos de gestión de proyectos, reflexionarás sobre proyectos previos, desarrollarás una presentación concisa y te anticiparás a preguntas frecuentes de la entrevista. Los gerentes de proyectos actuales de Google seguirán asesorándote y compartiendo estrategias, herramientas y recursos contigo para que cumplas tus objetivos. Cuando termines este programa, deberías contar con lo necesario a fin de presentarte como candidato para empleos de nivel básico de gerente de proyectos. Además, podrás reclamar una insignia que certifica que finalizaste el programa para mostrársela a los empleadores.
Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Interviewing Best Practices
This course is for talent acquisition professionals who want to streamline and improve their interviewing process. The process of interviewing and hiring has been around for eons. However, as the profession of recruiting has adapted to changes in the economy and technology, so has the interviewing process. Recruiters and hiring managers must be prepared to implement well thought out strategies to assess top talent in our industries. This course focuses on arguably the most subjective of these steps —conducting the screening of candidates—and the most important assessment technique: the interview. It is difficult to make judgments about people in years, let alone days; and yet this is what the hiring process requires. To be successful in this course, you should have a background in talent acquisition. By the end of this course, you will be able to compare the strengths and weaknesses of the traditional, situational, case, behavioral-based, and performance-based interview formats. You will have a keen understanding of the recruitment process including the players involved, and tips on developing interview questions and leveraging resources. You’ll also learn how to prepare an interview team and develop an outline of interview questions to evaluate specific candidate competencies, and much more!
MedCerts
Pharmacy Syringes, Compounding Medications, & Communication
Students will learn essential practices with our Pharmacy Syringes, Compounding Medications and Communication course. Through the first lesson on insulin and syringes, students build an understanding of the intricacies of insulin administration techniques and syringe utilization for optimal patient care. Next, they will discover the regulatory landscape and crucial considerations in compounding medications, ensuring compliance and safety in the lesson on compounding regulations and considerations. Students then dive deeper into compounding techniques in the compounding medications lesson, honing skills in preparing specialized medications tailored to patient needs. Beyond technical expertise, this course emphasizes the human aspect of pharmacy. Students learn how essential empathy is in patient interactions through lessons focusing on patient empathy, as well as communication and telephone techniques. This course integrates technical proficiency, regulatory understanding, patient-centricity, and effective communication, empowering pharmaceutical professionals with a holistic skill set crucial for exceptional patient care and successful pharmacy practice. Course Objectives included: -Explain the various types of insulin strengths and additives, syringe and needle sizing, injection sites, and insulin pumps -Discuss compounding medications, as well as the associated regulations and manufacturing guidelines -Identify the principles of compounding solids, semi-solids, powders, coloring, flavoring, ointments, and other dosage forms -Explain the importance of empathy when dealing with patients by discussing the pathophysiology of disease -Explore the communication process, the various aspects of verbal and non-verbal communication, active listening, open-ended questions, and motivational interviewing
Universidad de los Andes
Arquitecturas de Big Data
El curso de Arquitecturas de Big Data busca que identifiques las características de una solución de Big Data, los datos asociados a estas soluciones, la infraestructura requerida, y las técnicas de procesamiento escalable. Desarrollaremos ejemplos usando infraestructuras basadas en Hadoop y en Spark, teniendo presente la pertinencia de las plataformas basadas en nube pública para soportar la escalabilidad de estas soluciones. El curso está dirigido a personas con conocimientos básicos en manejo de herramientas computacionales y programación en al menos uno de estos lenguajes (Python, Java). Dado que en este curso se hará uso de un programa descargable, aseguraté de tener un computador con la siguiente configuración mínima: Mínimo 8 GB de memoria RAM. Mínimo 200 GB de espacio libre en disco. Alguno de los siguientes sistemas operativos: Windows, Linux, Macintosh, o Solaris.
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Psychology of Weight Loss
The psychological effects of weight loss are as important as the physiological ones. This course will review five key components of the psychology of weight loss: coping, dieting, will power, adherence, and ambivalence. This course is designed to provide an understanding of each of these components and help the fitness professional identify these psychological components in their client’s weight loss behaviors.
LearnQuest
Getting Started with Teradata
This course will equip learners with a comprehensive understanding of Teradata Vantage's core concepts, architecture, and data management capabilities. Instruction focuses on foundational knowledge crucial for database administrators, IT managers, and data architects. Upon completion, learners will be able to: install and configure a Teradata database, load data appropriately, perform queries using SQL commands, and use data modeling to prepare data for more advanced query operations. “Getting Started with Teradata” is the first course in our Teradata specialization, which will give you the foundational understanding and experience to begin, pivot, or advance your career in database administration, IT management, or data architecture.
Packt
Mastering NextJS – Interview Prep & E-commerce Project
This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. In this course, you'll dive into mastering NextJS while preparing for interviews and building a full-fledged e-commerce application. You'll start by learning the fundamentals of NextJS and how it contrasts with ReactJS, covering topics like project setup, project structure, and routing techniques. As you progress, you'll explore advanced concepts such as working with SQLite, implementing dynamic routing, and handling complex states and user authentication. The course is hands-on, with real-world applications and interview prep embedded in each section. The course is ideal for developers looking to enhance their skills and become proficient in building scalable web applications. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, this course offers both foundational knowledge and practical experience. By the end of the course, you'll have not only a deep understanding of NextJS but also a completed e-commerce project to showcase. You’ll be well-prepared for NextJS-related interviews, with answers to common questions covered throughout the course. This course is designed to help you build a strong NextJS foundation while giving you the tools to tackle real-world development challenges.
University of California, Irvine
The Music of American English Pronunciation
In this third course of The Pronunciation of American English specialization, you will learn and practice the "music" of American English, the features of pronunciation such as stress, rhythm, and intonation that will help improve your listening comprehension as well as your ability to communicate more clearly. Each week you will receive practical advice from successful English learners and practice an effective technique called shadowing to improve your pronunciation of the musical features of English. You will also have opportunities to record yourself and to respond to the recordings of other learners. Only learners who pay for the course will be able to take the graded quizzes or submit assignments for feedback. The free version provides access to the lectures and practice activities only.
Coursera
Engineering Data Ecosystems: Pipelines, ETL, Spark
This course is designed to provide you with a foundational understanding of how modern data ecosystems work. From data pipelines to ETL processes, and big data handling using Apache Spark, you’ll explore the essential tools, techniques, and technologies that drive decision-making in today’s data-driven world. Whether you’re an aspiring data engineer or someone interested in the mechanics of data handling, this course will lay the groundwork for your journey into the exciting field of data engineering. This course is ideal for aspiring data engineers, software developers, database administrators, and IT professionals looking to expand their skills in data handling and processing. Additionally, analysts and business professionals interested in data technologies will find the course beneficial for enhancing their understanding of the fundamental processes behind data ecosystems and big data. Participants should have a general interest in data and a basic understanding of programming concepts. Familiarity with database systems will be helpful, but prior experience with Spark is not required. An interest in big data and data analytics will enrich your learning experience throughout the course. By the end of this course, participants will be able to identify the components and importance of data ecosystems, understand the structure and function of data pipelines, and recognize the critical steps involved in ETL workflows. Additionally, you'll gain introductory knowledge of big data handling with Apache Spark and its applications in large-scale data processing.
University of Michigan
Использование языка Python для доступа к веб-данным
Этот курс покажет, как можно использовать Интернет в качестве источника данных. Мы рассмотрим скрейпинг, парсинг и чтение веб-данных, а также получение доступа к данным с помощью web API. Мы будем работать с форматами данных HTML, XML и JSON на Python. Этот курс будет охватывает главы 11–13 учебника «Python для всех» (Python for Everybody). Чтобы успешно пройти этот курс, вы должны быть знакомы с материалами, изложенными в главах 1–10 учебника и первых двух курсах по данной специализации. Эти темы включают переменные и выражения, условные операторы (циклы, ветвление и исключения: try/except), функции, структуры данных Python (строки, списки, словари и кортежи), а также манипулирование файлами. В этом курсе рассматривается Python 3.
EDUCBA
Apply and Predict: Time Series Forecasting in Excel
By the end of this course, learners will be able to apply forecasting concepts, analyze real-world datasets, detect seasonal trends, construct regression models, and predict future outcomes with Microsoft Excel. They will practice using weighted and exponential averages to capture data trends, explore correlations and regression analysis for deeper insights, and forecast scenarios such as climate projections and workforce attrition. Unlike generic Excel training, this course uniquely blends statistical forecasting techniques with practical applications across two high-impact domains: climate analysis and human resources (HR) analytics. Learners will work hands-on with authentic datasets, from climate emission scenarios to employee attrition records, ensuring they gain transferable, industry-relevant skills. Completing this course empowers participants to confidently visualize, interpret, and forecast time series data, enabling stronger decision-making for academic, professional, and research purposes. With Excel as the primary tool, learners gain accessible yet powerful forecasting expertise—no programming or advanced statistical software required.