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Packt
Apache Kafka for Developers using Spring Boot
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 hands-on course, you will dive deep into Apache Kafka and Spring Boot, mastering how to integrate these technologies for high-performance messaging and event-driven architectures. You'll gain practical skills in Kafka's fundamentals, including topics, partitions, and consumer groups, while learning to build and deploy real-world applications with Spring Boot. The course takes you step-by-step through setting up Kafka locally, building producers and consumers, and integrating Kafka with Spring Boot for smooth messaging and data streaming. You will also explore testing strategies, error handling, and SSL security for Kafka applications. Each module is packed with practical exercises, ensuring you gain a solid understanding of Apache Kafka's complex features and how to effectively use them in real-world projects. This course is ideal for developers who want to gain expertise in building robust and scalable data pipelines using Kafka and Spring Boot. The course assumes familiarity with Java and basic Spring Boot concepts, though detailed explanations are provided for all key concepts along the way. By the end of the course, you will be able to set up and configure Kafka clusters, create producers and consumers, implement message handling logic, perform integration tests, and ensure secure communication with SSL encryption in your Kafka-based applications.
Tableau Learning Partner
Introduction to Business Analytics
The Introduction to Business Analytics teaches you the foundational skills in Tableau and business analytics. You will be introduced to essential concepts like analytics and insights and the foundational steps of the business analysis process. You’ll learn about the different types of analytics that businesses use, and you’ll be introduced to a data analytics lifecycle framework. You’ll also learn some of the foundational project management skills often used by analysts, and you’ll arrive at a greater understanding of data literacy. This course is for anyone who is curious about entry-level roles that demand fundamental Tableau skills, such as business intelligence analyst or data reporting analyst roles. It is recommended (but not required) that you have some experience with Tableau Public, but even if you're new to Tableau Public, you can still be successful in this program. By the end of the course, you will be able to: -Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of the business analyst role. -Describe the data analytics lifecycle framework. -Explain the foundational project management topics and skills used by a BI analyst. -Describe data literacy and its importance for a BI analyst.
Microsoft
Develop an ASP.NET Core web app that consumes an API
There are 6 modules in this course. Upon completion of this course, you will be adequately prepared to take the Microsoft Applied Skills assessment for Develop an ASP.NET Core web app that consumes an API and ern a verified credential from Microsoft Learn. This course covers all necessary content and provides essential practice to boost your confidence and ensure success in the final Microsoft Applied Skills assessment that you may access on-demand at Microsoft This course is unique because it will allow you to utilize your current skill set and be confident enough to upgrade your code and web applications for efficiency, speed, and security. By modularizing your code into APIs and implementing ASP.NET applications that will consume them, you will be able to write less code, with more powerful results. By the end of this 1.5-hour long course, you will be able to: Interact and build and prepare the code environment with the necessary tools to consume an API Prepare and develop a C# ASP.NET Core Web Application that will interact with an API Develop an ASP.NET Core Razor Page that will perform HTTP operations Create a Razor Page that will Render/Trigger API Response Events Implement safe/unsafe HTTP operation This course has customized interactive learning experiences are tailored to the learner for success in using ASP.NET, Razor Pages, APIs, and C# To be successful in this project, you should have a background in C#, HTML, and CSS Development. You should also have some knowledge about APIs with regard to their reusability. Earn the Develop an ASP.NET Core web app that consumes an API Applied Skills credential by passing the online, on-demand assessment at the Microsoft Learn website.
EDUCBA
Design and Build Websites with HTML & CSS Fundamentals
Learners will be able to design structured web layouts, implement navigation systems, and integrate visuals with interactive elements using HTML and CSS. By the end of this course, students will confidently apply essential coding techniques to create professional, user-friendly, and visually engaging websites. This beginner-level course provides a hands-on introduction to HTML and CSS, starting from project setup and navigation bar design to enhancing web pages with header images, welcome text, and optimized media links. Each module is carefully structured with practice and graded quizzes, ensuring learners not only grasp theory but also test their understanding through real-world exercises. What makes this course unique is its step-by-step instructional style, clear project-based approach, and focus on practical application rather than theory alone. Students will see their website come alive as they progressively build it from scratch—gaining both technical confidence and creative design skills. Whether aiming to launch a career in web development or strengthen foundational skills for personal projects, this course equips learners with the core web design techniques needed to move forward in the digital world.
Knowledge Accelerators
Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy
Unlock faster, smarter data analysis with Microsoft Copilot in Excel! In today’s data-driven world, professionals spend hours cleaning spreadsheets, writing formulas, and building dashboards. This course shows you how to automate those tasks using Microsoft Copilot, the AI assistant built into Excel and Microsoft 365. 🚀 Why This Course Matters AI's growing presence across many industries is transforming how we work. Copilot in Excel helps you analyze data, generate insights, and build visuals in seconds, not hours. With over 1 billion Excel users globally, mastering Copilot gives you a competitive edge. 💼 Career Impact ✔️3x faster data analysis with AI-powered tools ✔️Boost productivity in roles like analyst, manager, or business owner ✔️Gain in-demand skills for Excel, AI, and prompt engineering 📘 What You’ll Learn ✔️Use Copilot to automate formulas, charts, and summaries ✔️Run macros and streamline workflows with natural language ✔️Prompt Copilot effectively for better results ✔️Troubleshoot and refine AI-generated outputs ✔️Integrate Copilot with Microsoft 365 for seamless productivity ✔️ Get Hands-on experience with activities using real Excel datasets 👥 Who Should Take This Course ✔️Business professionals using Excel for reporting or analysis ✔️Financial and sales analysts seeking AI productivity tools ✔️Students and job seekers wanting to stand out with Copilot skills ✔️Managers and consultants looking to streamline decision-making Join thousands of learners and transform how you work with Excel. Start now and become the AI-powered analyst your team needs.
University of London
Creative Programming for Digital Media & Mobile Apps
This course is for anyone who would like to apply their technical skills to creative work ranging from video games to art installations to interactive music, and also for artists who would like to use programming in their artistic practice. This course will teach you how to develop and apply programming skills to creative work. This is an important skill within the development of creative mobile applications, digital music and video games. It will teach the technical skills needed to write software that make use of images, audio and graphics, and will concentrate on the application of these skills to creative projects. Additional resources will be provided for students with no programming background. At the end of this course, you will be able to: * Write creative, audiovisual programs in the Processing environment that run on desktop and mobile * Programatically manipulate sound in creative ways * Display images and image sequences * Generate interactive, algorithmic graphics * Work with a 2D physics engine to create a basic game
University of California, Santa Cruz
Odesa, Ukraine: Jews in the Modern World
In this course, Peter Kenez and Murray Baumgarten, both emeritus professors at UC Santa Cruz, tell the story of the Jews of the Black Sea port of Odesa. Kenez and Baumgarten include music, literature, and history in their analysis of a city like no other. The course is for anyone with an interest in the history and culture of the Jewish people.
Microsoft
Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals
In this course, you will learn the business value and product capabilities of Power Platform. You will create simple Power Apps, connect data with Microsoft Dataverse, build a Power BI Dashboard, automate a process with Power Automate, and build a chatbot with Power Virtual Agents. By the end of this course, you will be able to: • Describe the business value of Power Platform • Identify the core components of Power Platform • Demonstrate the capabilities of Power BI • Describe the capabilities of Power Apps • Demonstrate the business value of Power Virtual Agents Microsoft's Power Platform is not just for programmers and specialist technologists. If you, or the company that you work for, aspire to improve productivity by automating business processes, analyzing data to produce business insights, and acting more effectively by creating simple app experiences or even chatbots, this is the right course to kick-start your career and learn amazing skills. Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals will act as a bedrock of fundamental knowledge to prepare you for the Microsoft Certification: Power Platform Fundamentals - PL900 Exam. You will be able to demonstrate your real-world knowledge of the fundamentals of Microsoft Power Platform. This course can accelerate your progress and give your career a boost, as you use your Microsoft skills to improve your team’s productivity.
EDUCBA
Apply Project Management Concepts for Exam Success
By completing this course, learners will be able to apply PMI-aligned project management practices, analyze real-world project scenarios, evaluate risks and stakeholder needs, and demonstrate an exam-ready PMP mindset across predictive, hybrid, and Agile environments. This comprehensive course is designed to help professionals confidently prepare for the PMP certification exam while building practical project management competence. Learners progress through eight structured modules covering exam foundations, People, Process, and Business Environment domains, followed by in-depth coverage of integration, scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, procurement, stakeholder engagement, Agile practices, and professional ethics. What makes this course unique is its scenario-driven approach and PMP mindset focus, ensuring learners do not just memorize concepts but learn how to select the best PMI-aligned action in complex situations. Each lesson is reinforced with practice quizzes and graded assessments mapped directly to exam expectations, making it ideal for both first-time candidates and experienced project managers seeking structured revision. By the end of the course, learners gain exam confidence, decision-making clarity, and practical skills that extend beyond certification and into real project leadership.
Johns Hopkins University
Distributed Query Optimization and Security
The course "Distributed Query Optimization and Security" provides a comprehensive exploration of query optimization and data security in distributed databases. Students will gain in-depth knowledge of how to secure data access through views and dynamic authorization techniques, essential for maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of distributed systems. Learners will also master distributed query processing, understanding how to evaluate, optimize, and implement efficient query plans. The course uniquely blends advanced database security techniques with practical applications of large-scale data systems, such as Hadoop, MapReduce, and HDFS. By completing this course, learners will be equipped with the skills to optimize complex queries, enhance database security, and handle large datasets effectively. With hands-on experience in MapReduce and HDFS, learners will develop the ability to create scalable, optimized, and secure distributed database systems. This course is ideal for professionals seeking to advance their expertise in database management and distributed systems, with a focus on both performance optimization and data protection.
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Differential Equations for Engineers
This course is all about differential equations and covers both theory and applications. In the first five weeks, students will learn about ordinary differential equations, while the sixth week is an introduction to partial differential equations. The course includes 56 concise lecture videos, with a few problems to solve after each lecture. After each major topic, there is a short practice quiz. At the end of each week, there is an assessed quiz. Solutions to the problems and practice quizzes can be found in the instructor-provided lecture notes. Download the lecture notes from the link https://www.math.hkust.edu.hk/~machas/differential-equations-for-engineers.pdf Watch the promotional video from the link https://youtu.be/eSty7oo09ZI
University of Maryland, College Park
Making Evidence-Based Strategic Decisions
Turn data into decisions that drive real business impact. In this course, you’ll learn how to align managers, employees, and organizational goals through data analytics and digital transformation. Discover how to view your organization as a “decision factory,” where every team member contributes to smart, evidence-based choices that fuel success. You’ll explore what makes a good business decision, how to use data for foresight and scenario planning, and how to build a decision-making culture that leverages analytics at every level. Along the way, you’ll gain hands-on experience using low-code/no-code tools, AI, and automation technologies to create data-driven applications that enhance efficiency and insight.
Coursera
Design Real-Time Architectures with Spark & Kafka
“Design Real-Time Architectures with Apache Spark & Kafka” is an intermediate-level course crafted for learners aiming to build modern, scalable streaming systems. Across engaging, scenario-driven lessons, the course offers a comprehensive introduction to designing and implementing real-time data pipelines. Participants explore the foundations of streaming concepts, event-driven patterns, and the unique demands of low-latency processing. They gain practical experience working with Apache Kafka for event ingestion and Apache Spark Structured Streaming for real-time computation, learning to transform raw streams into actionable insights. The curriculum emphasizes reliable pipeline design, covering fault tolerance, checkpointing, and performance tuning to ensure systems can operate at scale. Through hands-on practice, guided dialogues, and real-world financial data scenarios, learners develop the confidence to architect, optimize, and deploy production-ready streaming solutions. By the end of the course, they are equipped with the technical and strategic skills needed to excel in today’s data-driven, real-time environments. Learners should know basic Python or Scala, be comfortable with the command line, understand distributed systems at a high level, and have a simple introductory familiarity with Kafka and Spark. This course is ideal for aspiring data engineers, analysts or data scientists shifting into real-time systems, and software engineers exploring event-driven architecture. It also suits anyone working with large-scale data or financial and AI/ML pipelines who wants to understand how real-time data powers modern systems. By the end of the course, they are equipped with the technical and strategic skills needed to excel in today’s data-driven, real-time environments.
ESSEC Business School
L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité
Ce MOOC a l’intention d’affronter et traiter des problèmes que rencontrent chaque personne, chaque groupe, chaque entreprise, chaque société, de façon de plus en plus aiguë et pressante ; dans notre temps d’évolution accélérée, de transformations ininterrompues, de mondialisation incontrôlée, d’incertitudes.
Coursera
Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy
In this hands-on project, we will understand the fundamentals of data analysis in Python and we will leverage the power of two important python libraries known as Numpy and pandas. NumPy and Pandas are two of the most widely used python libraries in data science. They offer high-performance, easy to use structures and data analysis tools. Note: This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. We’re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.
University of California, Davis
Presenting The Estimate
In this final course of the Estimating and Bidding Specialization, you’ll bring everything together; learning how to assemble, communicate, and defend a complete construction estimate. You’ll start by exploring how estimators manage risk and convey project information to owners, architects, and contractors. You’ll then examine key concepts such as allowances, contingencies, and escalation factors that affect cost outcomes. Next, you’ll step into the future of estimating with Virtual Design & Construction (VDC), Building Information Modeling (BIM), and Target Value Design (TVD); methods that integrate cost, design, and collaboration for better project results. By the end, you’ll have the confidence to present and defend your estimate with clarity, professionalism, and precision—ready to perform as a valued member of any construction team.