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Software Design as an Element of the Software Development Lifecycle (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-design-development-life-cycle This course talks about software development lifecycles a description/prescription for how we write software. Design is a step in this life cycle, and the course explores the implications of this. Design has a role in the life cycle; it is always there, regardless of the kind of life cycle we’re talking about. Why is that? Why was design considered as a step in this life cycle? |
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Software Design Methods and Tools (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-design-methods-tools Since many software developers are compulsive coders, they have created software over the years to help them do their job. There are tools which make design and its associated tasks easier. The course introduces some basic tools and techniques to help you with design. Tools aren’t always tangible, however. The last two lessons of this course discuss questions of Ethics in software development. The purpose here is, as with tools, to equip you to better carry our your responsibilities as a des |
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Software Design Threats and Mitigations (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-design-threats-mitigations The design step in developing software has some unique characteristics. First of all, it’s the only step where drawing pictures of things is the norm. Why is that? What do pictures do that other representations cannot do? Pictures have varying levels of detail; pictures have context. Pictures…paint a picture. Why are these things important? In this course, too, we begin looking at other disciplines (building architecture is a favorite one) for lessons on design. |
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Software Developer Career Guide and Interview Preparation (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-developer-career-guide-and-interview-preparation Software engineering professionals are in high demand around the world, and the trend shows no sign of slowing. There are lots of great jobs available, but lots of great candidates too. How can you get the edge in such a competitive field? This course will prepare you to enter the job market as a great candidate for a software engineering position. It provides practical techniques for creating essential job-seeking materials such as a resume and a portfolio, as well as auxiliary tools like a co |
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Software Developer Career Guide and Interview Preparation (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/career-guide-and-interview-prep-for-full-stack-cloud-dev-pc Software engineering professionals are in high demand around the world, and the trend shows no sign of slowing. There are lots of great jobs available, but lots of great candidates too. How can you get the edge in such a competitive field? This course will prepare you to enter the job market as a great candidate for a software engineering position. It provides practical techniques for creating essential job-seeking materials such as a resume and a portfolio, as well as auxiliary tools like a co |
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Software Development on SAP HANA (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-development-on-sap-hana This short course will help you gain foundational knowledge of software development on SAP S/4HANA. You will explore the career paths relevant to SAP S/4HANA. The course introduces you to the core architectural concepts in SAP S/4HANA, such as standout features, data modeling, and career paths. Additionally, you will learn about data modeling in SAP S/4HANA and the various development tools and techniques used. These include SQL Script, extract, transform, load (ETL), reporting, and analytics. F |
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Software Development Processes and Methodologies (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-processes Software is quickly becoming integral part of human life as we see more and more automation and technical advancements. Just like we expect car to work all the time and can't afford to break or reboot unexpectedly, software industry needs to continue to learn better way to build software if it were to become integral part of human life. In this course, you will get an overview of how software teams work? What processes they use? What are some of the industry standard methodologies? What are |
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Software Engineering: Implementation and Testing (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-engineering-implementation-and-testing Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is the process of developing software through planning, requirement analysis, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance. This course focuses on the implementation and testing phases of SDLC, and you will examine different software development processes for large software systems development, and understand the strengths (pros) and weaknesses (cons) of different software development processes. You will also encounter defensive programming techniques t |
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Software Engineering: Modeling Software Systems using UML (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-engineering-modeling-software-systems-using-uml Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is the process of developing software through planning, requirement analysis, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance. This course focuses on the requirement analysis phase of SDLC, and you will learn how to use UML models to capture the system requirements and to facilitate communication between client/users and developers. UML is a general purpose visual modeling language for systems. It can be used to highlight different aspects of the system th |
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Software Engineering: Software Design and Project Management (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-engineering-software-design-and-project-management Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) is the process of developing software through planning, requirement analysis, design, implementation, testing, and maintenance. This course focuses on the project planning and analysis/design phases of SDLC, and you will learn about different architectural patterns and design patterns to solve common problems in software design. It covers project planning, scheduling, and cost estimating, which are the principal tasks of software project managers. Basic ob |
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Software Processes and Agile Practices (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-processes-and-agile-practices This course delves into a variety of processes to structure software development. It also covers the foundations of core Agile practices, such as Extreme Programming and Scrum. |
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Software Product Management Capstone (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-product-management-capstone In this six-week capstone course, you will gain practical management experience in a safe, simulated software production setting. You will apply Agile practices and techniques to conquer industry-inspired challenges. Interacting with a realistic client, you will discern what they want and express what they truly need in software requirements to drive software production. Upon completing the capstone, you will be prepared to advance your career as a confident software product management professio |
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Software Requirements Prioritization: Risk Analysis (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-requirements-prioritization Risk Analysis, Assessment, and Prioritization looks at how you can manage conflicts at system levels, but it can also be applied to lower level assessments. How do you manage and document conflict, along with alternatives? In analyzing alternatives, you must consider risks. In this course, we'll look into how to analyze risk, evaluate risk, document risks, and use this information for prioritization of requirements. Qualitative and Quantitative approaches will be covered. |
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https://www.coursera.org/learn/software-sales "Software Sales" is a comprehensive course designed to introduce learners to the essential principles of software sales. This course blends theoretical lessons with practical examples to equip participants with the skills necessary to understand the software market, build effective sales strategies, and master sales techniques. Covering everything from market analysis to customer relationship management, the course ensures a well-rounded education in software sales. Imagine a scenario where a |
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Software Testing for Developers (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/codio-software-testing-for-developers Code and run software tests websites without installing anything! This course is designed for learners who have some experience with JavaScript but a novice to software testing. The modules in this course covers the fundamentals of testing with Jest; popular testing paradigms like test-driven development, behavior-driven development, user accepting testing, etc.; and commonly used tools like JMeter, Postman, and Cucumber. To allow for a truly hands-on, self-paced learning experience, this cour |
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Solar Energy and Electrical System Design (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/solar-energy-and-electrical-system-design This course supplies learners with the insights necessary for properly planning, and therefore successfully installing, a photovoltaic (PV) system per design specifications. It directs learners through the important steps of initial site inspection and evaluating appropriate locations for PV systems, and features unique elements of residential, small, industrial and utility-scale solar applications. The course probes key design concerns – including load, efficiency, and mechanical and electrical |
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Solar Energy Basics (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/solar-energy-basics This course gives you an introduction to the fundamentals of solar power as it applies to solar panel system installations. You will learn to compare solar energy to other energy resources and explain how solar panels, or photovoltaics (PV for short), convert sunlight to electricity. You will be able to identify the key components needed in a basic photovoltaic (solar panel) system, such as is found on a house or building, and explain the function of each component in the system. You will also |
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Solar Energy Codes, Permitting and Zoning (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/solar-energy-codes-permitting-zoning This course equips learners to identify national code and zoning rules specific to photovoltaic (PV) systems, as well as key design elements and points for inspection. Curriculum includes zoning variances, critical elements of the permitting process, planning documents necessary for PV system installation and recommendations for permitting offices to streamline the permit process. Learners gain a code inspector’s perspective in relation to building and electrical code requirements. This course |
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Solar Energy System Design (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/solar-energy-system-design Solar Energy System Design builds upon the introduction to PV systems from Solar Energy Basics course, which included basic system components and functions, as well as some basic system sizing using simplifying assumptions. You should at this point have a basic understanding of electrical power and energy, be able to calculate the energy needs of a site as well as energy production potential for a PV system at a given location under optimal conditions. Much of this course will focus on incorpora |
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Solar Energy Systems Overview (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/solar-energy-systems By the end of this course, learners will have acquired a broad understanding of the history and mechanics behind converting light into electricity, commonly known as photovoltaics (PV). They are empowered to recognize and describe elements of a PV system, enabling them to: compare the most common types of solar cells, sketch a solar PV system, and analyze differences between rooftop and ground mounting configurations. The course explores economic considerations, touching on solar PV costs for re |
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Solución de problemas y toma de decisiones (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/soluciondeproblemas Este curso, ofrecido por la UNAM, te presenta técnicas que permiten entender las ventajas del pensamiento divergente (creativo) como una habilidad fundamental en la solución de problemas. Revisa, también, la metodología para manejar estilos participativos en la toma de decisiones asegurando la efectividad de las mismas y la aceptación por parte del personal al ser tomado en cuenta. |
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Solve Business Problems with AI and Machine Learning (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/solve-problems-ai-machine-learning Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have become an essential part of the toolset for many organizations. When used effectively, these tools provide actionable insights that drive critical decisions and enable organizations to create exciting, new, and innovative products and services. This is the first of four courses in the Certified Artificial Intelligence Practitioner (CAIP) professional certification. This course is meant as an entry point into the world of AI/ML. You'll |
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Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/solving-algorithms-discrete-optimization Discrete Optimization aims to make good decisions when we have many possibilities to choose from. Its applications are ubiquitous throughout our society. Its applications range from solving Sudoku puzzles to arranging seating in a wedding banquet. The same technology can schedule planes and their crews, coordinate the production of steel, and organize the transportation of iron ore from the mines to the ports. Good decisions on the use of scarce or expensive resources such as staffing and mater |
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Solving Complex Problems Capstone (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/solving-complex-problems From the very start of the specialization, your assignments will be geared toward tackling a complex issue of your choice that you face in your career path, industry, or field. Each phase of the course builds up to a briefing paper that analyzes, evaluates, and attempts to solve a highly complex problem. Not only does this course teach you a skill set, but it puts you further down the road in understanding the problems of your chosen field. It advances your knowledge of your own field by teachin |
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Solving Problems with Creative and Critical Thinking (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/solving-problems-with-creative-and-critical-thinking In order to find a solution, one needs to be able to analyze a problem. This short course is designed to teach you how to solve and analyze problems effectively with critical and creative thinking. Through the use of creative and critical thinking you will learn how to look at a problem and find the best solution by analyzing the different ways you can solve a problem. By taking this quick course you will gain the skills you need to find the root cause of a problem through the use of a five-st |
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Songwriting: Writing the Lyrics (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/songwriting-lyrics There’s a songwriter lurking somewhere inside you, peeking around corners, wondering if it’s safe to come out. Now it is. This course is an invitation to let your inner songwriter step into the sunlight. All it takes is a simple “yes” and you’ll be climbing that windy hill, marveling at the view. If you haven’t written any or many songs, this course will show you an efficient, effective process for tailoring songs to express your ideas and emotions. If you have, you’ll look at your process diff |
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Songwriting: Writing the Music (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/songwriting-writing-the-music If your notebook is full of unused lyrics and you’re struggling to find inspiration for the music, this course is for you. Whether you are an experienced songwriter looking for new ideas or a beginning songwriter learning to read music, this course will lead you to a rich source of songwriting possibilities. Led by award winning songwriter and Berklee College of Music professor Scarlet Keys, you’ll learn to construct strong, expressive melodies that your audience will remember as well as exper |
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Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 1: Historical Foundations (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/soulbeliefs Throughout history, the vast majority of people around the globe have believed they have, however defined, a “soul.” While the question of whether the soul exists cannot be answered by science, what we can study are the causes and consequences of various beliefs about the soul and its prospects of surviving the death of the body. Why are soul and afterlife beliefs so common in human history? Are there adaptive advantages to assuming souls exist? Are there brain structures that have been shaped |
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Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 2: Belief Systems (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/soulbeliefs2 Throughout history, the vast majority of people around the globe have believed they have, however defined, a “soul.” While the question of whether the soul exists cannot be answered by science, what we can study are the causes and consequences of various beliefs about the soul and its prospects of surviving the death of the body. Why are soul and afterlife beliefs so common in human history? Are there adaptive advantages to assuming souls exist? Are there brain structures that have been shaped |
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Soul Beliefs: Causes and Consequences - Unit 3: How Does It All End? (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/soulbeliefs3 Throughout history, the vast majority of people around the globe have believed they have, however defined, a “soul.” While the question of whether the soul exists cannot be answered by science, what we can study are the causes and consequences of various beliefs about the soul and its prospects of surviving the death of the body. Why are soul and afterlife beliefs so common in human history? Are there adaptive advantages to assuming souls exist? Are there brain structures that have been shaped |
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Sound and Sonification Design for Interactive Learning Tools (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/sound-and-sonification-for-learning Designing sound representations of information can be a complex, but necessary part of engaging students and making material accessible to a larger group of learners. While advances in these tools (e.g., interactive simulations) have made many freely available to millions of STEM students and classrooms around the world, their reliance on visual-only representations makes it difficult for diverse groups of students to access the content. In this course we will introduce you to sound and sound de |
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Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/detection-and-response This is the sixth course in the Google Cybersecurity Certificate. These courses will equip you with the skills you need to apply for an entry-level cybersecurity job. You’ll build on your understanding of the topics that were introduced in the fifth Google Cybersecurity Certificate course. In this course, you will focus on incident detection and response. You'll define a security incident and explain the incident response lifecycle, including the roles and responsibilities of incident response |
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Source Systems, Data Ingestion, and Pipelines (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/source-systems-data-ingestion-and-pipelines In this course, you will explore various types of source systems, learn how they generate and update data, and troubleshoot common issues you might encounter when trying to connect to these systems in the real world. You’ll dive into the details of common ingestion patterns and implement batch and streaming pipelines. You’ll automate and orchestrate your data pipelines using infrastructure as code and pipelines as code tools. You’ll also explore AWS and open source tools for monitoring your data |
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https://www.coursera.org/learn/sourcinganalytics It is easy to spend money, but hard to get the value. From 2007 to 2010, Apple made $27 billion from iPhone with a profit of $15.6 billion. Apple could not achieve this financial success without its global sourcing strategy. However, one of Apple’s key suppliers, Samsung Electronics, became a competitor and used its cost advantage to over-take Apple in the global market. Meanwhile, many new suppliers and products are emerging constantly. To continue the success, Apple must explore the global ma |
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Sourcing Excellence (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/sourcing-excellence Supply Chains are made up of a network of companies from the initial raw materials to the ultimate consumer of the finished product. Within this network of companies, there are three ongoing flows: products, information, and finances. To properly understand and manage the supply chain, you need to understand all the flows. If you do not consider all of the flows, you will miss opportunities or sub-optimize parts of the supply chain. The second of five courses in this specialization will focus |
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South Asian Religions & Ecology (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/south-asian-religions-ecology At first glance the fields of religion and ecology may seem and unlikely pairing, but a deeper consideration reveals the two have a great deal to contribute to one another and are indeed inextricably linked. Religions recognize the unity and interdependence of humans with nature. Ecological sciences affirm this deep interconnection with the natural world. This partnership can inspire work for the wellbeing of the Earth community There is a need for broader literacy and deeper knowledge of the w |
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https://www.coursera.org/learn/space-exploration The course provides an overview of European activities in the field of astronautical and robotic exploration. In the context of ESA's exploration strategy "Terrae Novae", scientific goals for the exploration of the Moon and Mars, technological challenges, potential commercial opportunities in the field of exploration, as well as physiological aspects of long-term astronautical missions in low Earth orbit and beyond will be considered. The modules of the course cover the following topics: • Intr |
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Space is Everywhere (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/space-is-everywhere You are here! Welcome to Course 4 - Space is Everywhere and the last course of this specialization. You are on the final stretch of this journey to finding your Pathway to Space. The topics of Course 4 span four weeks and nine lessons with 36 learning objectives. This course contains some of my most favorite aha moments in the the entire specialization. I hope that you find them and that they impact you in a positive way. We will discuss how space is communicated through news, art, movies, boo |
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https://www.coursera.org/learn/space-medicine-duke Have you ever wondered what it would take for humans to travel beyond the comforts of our home planet, Earth? You are invited to join us in Space Medicine - an online experience facilitated by two recent Duke graduates in which you will learn about and engage in the most pressing medical challenges facing NASA and others advancing the future of space exploration. Space Medicine is a free, non-certificate course featuring interactive modules and weekly live discussions. Participants will reflect |
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https://www.coursera.org/learn/spacesafety How can we prevent satellites from colliding? How can satellites be protected from meteorite impacts? How important are satellites in today’s age? How safe are astronauts on the ISS and why does their research help mankind in general? What happens with space debris distributed in orbit? In the online course “Space Safety”, the astronaut Dr Thomas Reiter, experts from the European Space Agency (ESA) and other research institutions address the subject matter, presenting possible future scenarios |
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Spacecraft Dynamics Capstone: Mars Mission (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/capstone-mars-mission The goal of this capstone spacecraft dynamics project is to employ the skills developed in the rigid body Kinematics, Kinetics and Control courses. An exciting two-spacecraft mission to Mars is considered where a primary mother craft is in communication with a daughter vehicle in another orbit. The challenges include determining the kinematics of the orbit frame and several desired reference frames, numerically simulating the attitude dynamics of the spacecraft in orbit, and implementing a fee |
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Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/spanish-in-healthcare-settings Welcome to Spanish for Successful Communication in Healthcare Settings! This course is structured in four modules, each one revolving on a topic related to the physician-patient interaction. Each module contains four lessons; on grammar, vocabulary, the dynamics of the spoken interaction, and aspects of sociocultural relevance. The video lessons are unlike regular “lectures” in which you are just listening. Instead, you should think of them as virtual classes where you are supposed to reflect, c |
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Spanish Vocabulary Project (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/spanish-vocabulary-project In this course, we'll imagine that you are applying for an all-expenses paid, educational trip to a Spanish-speaking nation of your choice. You'll introduce yourself to a host family that you'll be staying with, research the rich culture and history of the place you intend to visit and compare it with your own country, and plan out an itinerary of places you plan to see, and things you plan to do and experience while visiting. In addition, you'll summarize the key points of your written report i |
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Spanish Vocabulary: Careers and Social Events (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/spanish-vocabulary-careers ¡Hola! This fourth course will introduce new vocabularies in the areas of dining, fashion, professions and careers and will bring you ever closer to the 500 word threshold for beginning Spanish. The course will also introduce the subjunctive and the future tense so that you can begin to speak about future events, things they desire and pursuing professional goals. This is the final course before you will undertake a project that showcases your mastery of basic Spanish vocabulary and grammar. |
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Spanish Vocabulary: Cultural Experience (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/spanish-vocabulary-cultural-experience ¡Bienvenidos! This second course in the specialization will build on the basic vocabulary you learned in the first course, and you will begin to build the skills necessary to express your likes and dislikes orally and in writing. You’ll also begin to explore the some of the common cultural experiences of the Spanish-speaking world through a visit to the marketplace. A series of interactive activities and videos will provide opportunities for practice and continued exploration of the cultural con |
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Spanish Vocabulary: Meeting People (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/spanish-vocabulary-meeting-people ¡Hola! ¿Como Estas? In this entry level course, you will take the first step toward exploring the foundations of Spanish grammar and pronunciation, and will begin to build a working vocabulary of common Spanish words and expressions. You will be able to talk about yourself, your family and friends in the present tense, and begin to explore the cultural context of the Spanish-speaking world through a series of videos and interactive activities, including speaking, reading and writing exercises. T |
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Spanish Vocabulary: Sports, Travel, and the Home (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/spanish-vocabulary-sports-travel-home Ready for the big game? Building on the vocabulary and skills that you have already mastered, this third course of the specialization will introduce new vocabulary that will prepare you to discuss sports, pastimes and politics -- important cultural elements of the Spanish-speaking world. You’ll also add new vocabulary relating to travel and living arrangements. This course also introduces the progressive tense and past tense and you will add to your vocabulary of helping verbs. |
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Spark, Hadoop, and Snowflake for Data Engineering (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/spark-hadoop-snowflake-data-engineering e.g. This is primarily aimed at first- and second-year undergraduates interested in engineering or science, along with high school students and professionals with an interest in programmingGain the skills for building efficient and scalable data pipelines. Explore essential data engineering platforms (Hadoop, Spark, and Snowflake) as well as learn how to optimize and manage them. Delve into Databricks, a powerful platform for executing data analytics and machine learning tasks, while honing your |
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Spatial Analysis and Satellite Imagery in a GIS (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/spatial-analysis-satellite-imagery-in-a-gis In this course, you will learn how to analyze map data using different data types and methods to answer geographic questions. First, you will learn how to filter a data set using different types of queries to find just the data you need to answer a particular question. Then, we will discuss simple yet powerful analysis methods that use vector data to find spatial relationships within and between data sets. In this section, you will also learn about how to use ModelBuilder, a simple but powerful |
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Spatial Data Science and Applications (Coursera) https://www.coursera.org/learn/spatial-data-science Spatial (map) is considered as a core infrastructure of modern IT world, which is substantiated by business transactions of major IT companies such as Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Intel, and Uber, and even motor companies such as Audi, BMW, and Mercedes. Consequently, they are bound to hire more and more spatial data scientists. Based on such business trend, this course is designed to present a firm understanding of spatial data science to the learners, who would have a basic knowledge of |