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Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Online Social Media
Master the dynamic world of social media through comprehensive exploration of its evolution, impact, and future. This course equips you with critical thinking skills to analyze social media platforms, understand their theoretical foundations, and navigate digital spaces responsibly. You'll trace social media's evolution from early platforms to modern ecosystems, examining diverse platforms including microblogging, media sharing, professional networking, and messaging apps. Explore foundational theories such as Uses and Gratification Theory, Media Ecology Theory, and Diffusion of Innovation Theory to understand how social media shapes communication and society. Develop practical skills for the digital age by examining digital identity formation, privacy concerns, ethical considerations, and cybersecurity practices. Learn how to leverage social media for career advancement while understanding the psychological impacts, authenticity challenges, and safety concerns of online interactions. This course uniquely combines theoretical frameworks with real-world applications, preparing you to engage critically with social media as both a user and professional. Through interactive dialogues, case studies, and hands-on assignments, you'll gain the knowledge and confidence to navigate the evolving social media landscape responsibly and effectively.
Coursera
Innovate with ANSYS Simulation Tools
In this course, you'll unlock the power of ANSYS simulation tools through engaging hands-on exercises. You'll gain practical experience with parametric designs and genetic optimization algorithms, as well as topology optimization for creating efficient, lightweight component shapes. This course is designed to help you tackle real-world engineering challenges with innovative solutions, enabling you to discover hidden patterns in models and make informed design decisions. Our interactive, learner-centered approach ensures a comprehensive and tailored learning experience that will enhance your expertise in mechanical analysis and design. This course is ideal for engineering students, professional engineers, simulation specialists, and researchers in engineering fields. Whether you're just beginning or looking to deepen your knowledge, the course offers valuable insights and practical skills to advance your expertise in engineering simulation and design. Participants should have a basic understanding of engineering principles and familiarity with simulation software. This foundational knowledge will help you engage more effectively with the course content and apply the advanced techniques covered. By the end of the course, you will be proficient in using ANSYS software for structural analysis and complex mechanical problem-solving. You’ll learn to execute parametric designs with genetic optimization algorithms and utilize topology optimization to enhance component designs, equipping you with the skills to create innovative and efficient engineering solutions.
Google Cloud
Gemini Code Assist: Simplifique o desenvolvimento de apps
Este curso foi criado para desenvolvedores de todos os níveis e apresenta os principais recursos e funcionalidades do Gemini Code Assist, um colaborador de desenvolvimento de apps com tecnologia de IA para o Google Cloud. Com sugestões de código inteligentes e preenchimento automático, detecção de erros em tempo real e assistência para refatoração, você vai descobrir como o Gemini Code Assist pode melhorar significativamente sua produtividade e a qualidade dos seus códigos, além de economizar tempo valioso para que você foque em tarefas mais produtivas e agradáveis.
Coursera
Strategic Leadership: Visionary Skills for Success
In today's dynamic business environment, effective leadership is more critical than ever. A study from Brimco found that only 13% of employees worldwide feel engaged at work, proving how much leadership impacts motivation and productivity. And according to McKinsey, companies with solid leadership development programs are 13 times more likely to outperform their competitors. Simply put, better leadership leads to better results. This course is designed to help leaders meet these challenges head-on. You’ll learn how to create a compelling vision that aligns with business goals, make high-impact decisions with confidence, and lead teams through change with clarity and empathy. Emotional intelligence and workplace culture are also at the core of great leadership, so we’ll dive into strategies for building trust, strengthening communication, and eliminating toxic behaviors that hold organizations back. To maximize the learning experience, participants should have foundational leadership experience or a working knowledge of team management. A basic understanding of how organizations operate—including internal communication flows, stakeholder relationships, and decision-making processes—will also support deeper engagement with the course content. These prerequisites ensure learners are prepared to contextualize strategic leadership within real-world organizational settings. By the end of the course, learners will be able to define strategic leadership and craft a vision that aligns with organizational priorities and long-term goals. They will learn techniques to communicate that vision effectively, lead change initiatives, and manage resistance. Additionally, learners will evaluate cultural dynamics within the workplace and develop strategies that foster high-performance environments. Finally, they will strengthen their leadership presence and agility by applying practical communication and negotiation strategies to resolve conflicts and navigate challenges.
Johns Hopkins University
Sustainable Transportation Networks and Streetscapes
This course will evaluate best practices in transportation networks, thoroughfares, and streetscape designs for the effective movement of people, goods, and services in a region. Sustainable public and private streetscape design and application will be reviewed and evaluated for applications for sustainable cities. Considerations are assessed for smart urban planning, growth, and lifestyle. Strategies for creating equitable, healthy, and sustainable communities are also evaluated. By the end of this course, you will be able to: 1. Survey and evaluate thoroughfare network considerations for connectivity, block size and sidewalk interaction. 2. Compare different complete street design options for application in smart growth planning. 3. Evaluate sidewalk design and planning strategies for public and private sidewalks to include street tree configurations and street light design. 4. Examine issues of water management with specialized curb design, ground water recharge areas and swales as part of the streetscape design and planning. 5. Identify and evaluate the differences between free-flow, slow-flow, and yield-flow thoroughfare design concepts. 6. Assess and evaluate smart urban planning, growth, and lifestyle indicators. The target audience for this course includes: - Government Officials involved planning, designing, monitoring, enforcement, and assessment of sustainable project developments at the local, state, and federal level. - Private sector companies in the transportation and municipal design and construction business - Architects interested in advancing sustainable concepts for cities and communities - Foundations, associations, and other NGOs that support smart growth strategies - Academic faculty and students studying and researching community sustainability and resilience - Private citizens interested in improving their communities and living conditions
Google Cloud
Build a Chat Application using the PaLM 2 API on Cloud Run
This is a self-paced lab that takes place in the Google Cloud console.In this lab, you build and deploy an AI-based chat application on Cloud Run that utilizes the PaLM 2 API's Chat Bison model (text-chat).
Google Cloud
Scaling Microservices App: Migration to Redis Enterprise on Google Cloud
This is a self-paced lab that takes place in the Google Cloud console. In this lab, you will deploy a fully functioning microservices e-Commerce website application on Google Cloud using Redis to run the shopping cart service and then migrate that to Redis Enterprise for scalability and high availability.
Knowledge Accelerators
ChatGPT for Work: Productivity & Automation with Custom GPTs
Use ChatGPT to write faster, plan smarter, and automate routine work. In under 3 hours, you’ll learn beginner-friendly workflows you can apply immediately—at work, in school, or on personal projects. Why This Course Matters & Career Impact • Lightcast reports jobs asking for AI skills can carry a ~28% salary premium, and 51% of AI-skill postings are outside IT/CS—so AI-driven productivity is becoming relevant in almost every role. • In controlled workplace-style writing tasks, access to ChatGPT cut completion time by ~40% and improved output quality by ~18%; the biggest gains went to lower performers—making “how you use it” a real career advantage. Course Overview: What You’ll Learn • Foundations: how ChatGPT works + simple prompt patterns • Everyday workflows: writing, planning, troubleshooting, summarizing, and comparing options • Advanced features (with clear setup guidance): Voice, Canvas, Projects, Custom GPTs, Agent Mode, and apps/connectors • Responsible AI: verification habits, privacy, and safe sharing What Makes This Course Unique ✔ Real workplace scenarios (email, meetings, research, operations) ✔ Clear guidance on which features require a paid plan Who Should Take This Course • Professionals who want to speed up writing, planning, and research • Job seekers and students adding practical AI skills to resumes • Freelancers and small business owners streamlining repeat work • Anyone new to ChatGPT who wants a structured, hands-on start Access note (important): Many lessons can be completed with a free ChatGPT account. To complete 100% of the course material (advanced modes, Custom GPTs, Agent Mode, and apps/connectors), you’ll need a paid ChatGPT subscription.
Dubai College of Tourism
Dubai Hospitality Marketing
This course is ideal for individuals seeking to develop essential marketing skills for a career in the hospitality industry. It will cover the fundamentals of hospitality marketing and gain a competitive edge in this dynamic industry. This course covers key principles and strategies, from understanding customer needs and market trends to planning effective campaigns across various channels, including digital platforms.
Google Cloud
BigQuery for Data Analysts
This course is designed for data analysts who want to learn about using BigQuery for their data analysis needs. Through a combination of videos, labs, and demos, we cover various topics that discuss how to ingest, transform, and query your data in BigQuery to derive insights that can help in business decision making.
Johns Hopkins University
The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation
Welcome to The Mathematics of Politics, Democracy, and Manipulation, an inspiring course that explores the intricate landscape of democracy and decision-making. In today's world, understanding the mechanisms that shape our electoral systems and influence democratic outcomes is more crucial than ever. This comprehensive course delves deep into five key pillars of electoral theory and practice, empowering participants with the knowledge and tools to navigate the complexities of voting and representation. Voting Theory: Discover the theoretical foundations of voting systems, from classic methods like plurality voting to innovative approaches such as ranked-choice and approval voting. Explore the principles of fairness, efficiency, and representation that underpin different voting methods, and gain insights into their real-world applications and implications. US Electoral College: Journey through the history, mechanics, and controversies of the United States Electoral College. Unravel the mysteries of presidential elections, from the allocation of electoral votes to the winner-takes-all system, and examine the impact of the Electoral College on American politics and governance. Weighted Voting: Unlock the secrets of weighted voting systems and their role in decision-making. From corporate boards to international organizations, explore how weighted voting structures allocate power and influence, and learn how to analyze and evaluate the distribution of voting power within diverse coalitions. Apportionment: Delve into the principles and practices of apportionment, the process of allocating political representation. Examine the challenges of balancing population equality, geographic representation, and minority rights, and explore the methodologies used to divide legislative seats in democratic societies. Gerrymandering: Confront the complexities and controversies of electoral boundary manipulation. Investigate the tactics and consequences of gerrymandering, from partisan bias to minority vote dilution, and explore strategies for promoting fairness, transparency, and integrity in electoral processes. Through engaging lectures, interactive discussions, and hands-on exercises, participants will develop a deep understanding of voting theory, electoral processes, and the challenges facing modern democracies. Whether you're a student, a policymaker, or a concerned citizen, join us on this transformative journey as we work towards a more inclusive, equitable, and vibrant democracy for all.
L&T EduTech
Bridge Deck Analysis
The course equips you to be the architect of a bridge's most crucial component: the superstructure. You'll learn the intricacies of designing these materials for bridge decks, considering their properties, behavior under load, and techniques like prestressing to enhance performance. The course delves into design philosophies, comparing traditional methods with modern limit state design to ensure bridges meet all safety requirements. But a bridge deck is more than just concrete. From designing box culverts that ensure proper drainage under the bridge to selecting appropriate retaining walls based on site conditions, you'll gain the knowledge to keep the bridge functional. The course even ventures into innovative solutions like seismic isolation devices to safeguard bridges during earthquakes. Beam and slab superstructures are a major focus. You'll master a step-by-step process to analyze and design them. This includes idealizing the bridge deck for analysis, calculating properties of beams within the deck, and accurately determining the design loads the bridge will encounter. The course emphasizes designing for both ultimate and serviceability limit states. This ensures the bridge can withstand various stresses without failure and functions well under everyday use. Steel and steel composite bridges come into play later. You'll gain knowledge of key design codes and different steel bridge configurations like trusses. Steel composite girders, which combine steel and concrete for enhanced performance, will be a key area of study. You'll learn to model these composite structures and design them for critical factors like flexure, shear, and fatigue, ensuring their long-term performance. By completing this course, you'll transform from a bridge deck novice to a confident designer.
Johns Hopkins University
Advanced Cybersecurity Topics
This course is primarily aimed at cybersecurity professionals, advanced students, and individuals with foundational knowledge in cybersecurity looking to expand their expertise in ethical hacking and defense strategies. Advanced Cybersecurity Topics provides in-depth coverage of sophisticated security challenges, including rootkits, operating system security, buffer overflow vulnerabilities, race conditions, and post-exploitation techniques. It’s ideal for those who want to deepen their understanding of modern cybersecurity threats and defenses, and are ready to tackle complex scenarios involving system vulnerabilities, privilege escalation, and mitigation strategies. Through hands-on labs and real-world case studies, participants will gain practical experience using the MITRE ATT&CK Enterprise Framework and other ethical hacking methodologies to analyze and defend against advanced attacks. Whether you are a seasoned professional aiming to advance your skills or a cybersecurity student looking to deepen your knowledge, this course equips you with critical tools to face complex security challenges.
SkillUp
Vector Search with Relational Databases using PostgreSQL
With vector databases now powering business competitiveness through super-fast applications such as recommendation engines, it’s no surprise that the vector database market is set to grow 23% CAGR by 2032 (Markets and Markets). This micro course gives aspiring data scientists, ML engineers, gen-AI engineers, software developers, and other data-oriented roles the in-demand skills for performing vector searches in relational databases. Businesses use vector search with relational databases to improve information retrieval via advanced similarity matching. You’ll gain hands-on experience working with PostgreSQL as your relational database platform and Python and JavaScript to vectorize data, create embeddings and collections, and load data, including bulk insertion techniques. Plus, you’ll provide similarity search recommendations using techniques such as cosine similarity. This micro course is part of the IBM Vector Database Fundamentals specialization, designed for professionals building on their NoSQL and relational database experience to work with vector databases. So, enroll today and get set to power your career with highly sought-after relational vector database skills.
Pearson
Practical Windows PowerShell Scripting: Unit 2
This course is designed to guide you from the basics of script creation to advanced automation techniques. Starting with foundational scripting skills, you'll learn how to build and configure PowerShell scripts, create functions, and manage errors effectively. As you progress, you'll delve into more complex concepts like variable management, loop creation, and output sorting, enhancing the functionality and efficiency of your scripts. By the end of the course, you'll be equipped to automate script execution, generate alerts, and apply best practices in PowerShell scripting, empowering you to monitor and manage your network effortlessly.
Simplilearn
Agile Adoption and Transformation Training
This Agile Adoption and Team Building course provides the skills to drive successful Agile transformation and build high-performing teams. Start with Foundations of Agile Adoption to explore approaches for adopting Agile, learn essentials to get started, and select the right pilot project size. Adapt to Scrum, execute transition projects iteratively, set clear expectations, and manage resistance to change with practical strategies. Then, move to Overcoming Challenges and Building Agile Teams to tackle common obstacles during Scrum transitions, strengthen collaboration from requirements to cross-functional execution, and develop self-organizing teams. Finally, explore Agile maturity models to assess progress, track growth, and drive continuous improvement across projects. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Apply Agile Adoption: Use strategies to initiate and scale Agile transformation - Transition to Scrum: Execute iterative projects and manage change effectively - Build Agile Teams: Foster collaboration and create self-organizing, cross-functional groups - Use Maturity Models: Assess Agile practices and drive continuous improvement Ideal for project managers, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Agile practitioners seeking to strengthen Agile adoption and team-building expertise.