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    Master optimization techniques for improving system performance. Learn about linear programming, nonlinear optimization, and heuristic methods.

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      Coursera Project Network

      Analyze Website Visitors with Google Analytics Segments

      Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Analysis, Target Audience

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Starweaver

      Automation for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Business Process Automation, Automation, Business Workflow Analysis, Process Analysis, Business Process, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Business Transformation, Business Technologies, Return On Investment, Continuous Improvement Process, Change Management

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Cloud Architecture Design Patterns

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Cloud Computing, Software Architecture, Cloud Services, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Load Balancing, Serverless Computing, Software Design Patterns, Microservices, Event-Driven Programming

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      IBM

      Generative AI: Accelerate your Digital Marketing Career

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Generative AI, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Marketing Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Keyword Research, Prompt Engineering, Search Engine Optimization, Copywriting, Business Ethics, E-Commerce, Customer experience improvement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Amazon Web Services

      Capstone: Following the AWS Well Architected Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Security, Operational Excellence, Solution Architecture, Cloud-Native Computing, Corporate Sustainability, Performance Tuning, Operational Efficiency, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cost Reduction, System Requirements, Cost Management, Disaster Recovery, Interviewing Skills

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

      Sustainable Supply Chains

      Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Procurement, Environmental Regulations, Supplier Relationship Management, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Packt

      Foundations and Core Concepts of PyTorch

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Performance Tuning, System Configuration, Development Environment, Software Installation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      GenAI in Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Quality, Business Analysis, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, Process Optimization, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, ChatGPT, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      38 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Foundations of Purchasing: Principles and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Management, Procurement, Vendor Management, Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Supply Chain Management, Cost Reduction, Relationship Building, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      AI & ML Applications in Oil and Gas Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Data Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Process Engineering, Geostatistics, Anomaly Detection, Image Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Machine Learning, Automation, Physical Science, Natural Resource Management, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Calculus for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, Trigonometry, Physics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Packt

      MD-102: Endpoint Administrator

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Endpoint Security, Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Application Deployment, Azure Active Directory, Group Policy, Enterprise Application Management, Identity and Access Management, Windows Servers, Enterprise Security, Mobile Security, System Configuration, Security Management, Microsoft Azure, User Provisioning, Android (Operating System), Patch Management, Desktop Support, Active Directory

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular optimization courses

    • Analyze Website Visitors with Google Analytics Segments: Coursera Project Network
    • Automation for Business: Starweaver
    • Cloud Architecture Design Patterns: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Generative AI: Accelerate your Digital Marketing Career: IBM
    • Capstone: Following the AWS Well Architected Framework: Amazon Web Services
    • Sustainable Supply Chains: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
    • Foundations and Core Concepts of PyTorch: Packt
    • GenAI in Data Analytics: Meta
    • Foundations of Purchasing: Principles and Practices : Coursera Instructor Network
    • AI & ML Applications in Oil and Gas Industry: L&T EduTech

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