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      IBM

      AI Workflow: Enterprise Model Deployment

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), PySpark, Application Deployment, IBM Cloud, Machine Learning, Containerization, Data Science, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Scalability

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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Performance Optimization and Scalability

      Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Microsoft Copilot, Application Design, Query Languages, Redis, Performance Testing, Application Performance Management, Database Management, SQL

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Uso de bases de datos con Python

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Design, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Modeling, Python Programming, Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API)

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Hosting a Static Website (HTML/CSS/Javascript) in AWS S3

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon S3, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Hosting, Version Control, Application Deployment, Cloud Storage, Web Design and Development, Public Cloud

      4.5
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Copenhagen

      Patient Perspectives on Medications: Qualitative Interviews

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Qualitative Research, Research, Healthcare Ethics, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Patient Communication, Rapport Building, Patient-centered Care, Informed Consent, Non-Verbal Communication

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create an Email Autoresponder Using Mailchimp

      Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Email Marketing, Marketing Automation, Automation, Personalized Service, Editing, Content Creation

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      Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

      Elements of Computer Aided Manufacturing

      Skills you'll gain: Computer-Aided Design, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing and Production, Mechanical Design, Process Development, Robotic Process Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Automation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Como engajar equipes e criar cultura em ambientes virtuais

      Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Team Building, Teamwork, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Collaboration, Virtual Environment, Storytelling, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Willingness To Learn, Communication, Culture

      4.9
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Internet of Things Capstone: Build a Mobile Surveillance System

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Unit Testing, System Testing, Software Design Documents, Software Development, Technical Communication, Software Documentation, Mobile Development, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Innovation, Creative Design

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Unreal Engine 5 - The Intermediate Course

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Data Structures, 3D Assets, Game Design, 3D Modeling, Virtual Environment, Data Store, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Program Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Management, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting, Scalability, Event-Driven Programming, Software Design, Debugging, Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      SkillUp

      Spring Framework for Java Development

      Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Application Security, Java, Application Frameworks, Model View Controller, Development Environment, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Apache Maven, Authorization (Computing), Authentications

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Marketing Strategy for Engineers and Technologists

      Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Operations, Market Research, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Psychology, Operations Management, Technical Management, Marketing Management, Digital Marketing, Branding, Google Ads, Forecasting

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular instructional design courses

    • AI Workflow: Enterprise Model Deployment: IBM
    • Performance Optimization and Scalability: Microsoft
    • Uso de bases de datos con Python: University of Michigan
    • Hosting a Static Website (HTML/CSS/Javascript) in AWS S3: Coursera Project Network
    • Patient Perspectives on Medications: Qualitative Interviews: University of Copenhagen
    • Create an Email Autoresponder Using Mailchimp: Coursera Project Network
    • Elements of Computer Aided Manufacturing: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
    • Como engajar equipes e criar cultura em ambientes virtuais: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Internet of Things Capstone: Build a Mobile Surveillance System: University of California San Diego
    • Unreal Engine 5 - The Intermediate Course: Packt

    Why Learn Instructional Design?

    Instructional design focuses on developing educational content and experiences that help people learn effectively—whether in classrooms, online platforms, or workplace training. It blends learning science, curriculum development, and digital tools to support meaningful outcomes. Learning instructional design can prepare you to create engaging learning solutions across education, business, and nonprofit sectors.

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