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    Understand discrete optimization for solving combinatorial problems. Learn to apply optimization techniques in operations research and computer science.

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization and Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Performance Tuning, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Artificial Intelligence

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Satisfaction Guaranteed: Develop Customer Loyalty Online

      Skills you'll gain: Loyalty Programs, Customer Retention, Customer Service, E-Commerce, Customer Relationship Management, Email Marketing, Customer Insights, Web Analytics, Performance Analysis, Digital Marketing, Portfolio Management, Marketing Analytics

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Expressway to Data Science: Essential Math

      Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Linear Algebra, Algebra, Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Graphing, Data Science, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Derivatives, Statistics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      447 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Architect

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Process Optimization, Kubernetes, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Google Cloud Platform, Process Improvement, Virtual Machines, Microservices, Generative AI, Cloud Management, Cloud Applications, Containerization, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Services, CI/CD, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      59K reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Customer Support

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Customer Support, Standard Operating Procedure, Customer Service, ChatGPT, Personalized Service, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Customer experience improvement, Business Process Automation, Technical Writing, Automation, Image Analysis, Content Creation, Virtual Environment, Natural Language Processing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Ethics

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Digital Signal Processing 1: Basic Concepts and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Telecommunications, Numerical Analysis, Electronics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Algorithms, Trigonometry, Electronics Engineering

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      624 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Arizona State University

      Experimental Design Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Sample Size Determination, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Scientific Methods, Statistical Visualization, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Quantitative Research, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Variance Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      300 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Combinatorics and Probability

      Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Python Programming, Simulations

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      864 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Stanford University

      Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Probability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Sample-based Learning Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Sampling (Statistics), Algorithms, Simulations, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Program Structure and Algorithms Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Pseudocode, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Performance Tuning, Scalability

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization and Optimization: DeepLearning.AI
    • Satisfaction Guaranteed: Develop Customer Loyalty Online: Google
    • Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming: Stanford University
    • Expressway to Data Science: Essential Math: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Architect: Google Cloud
    • Generative AI for Customer Support: IBM
    • Digital Signal Processing 1: Basic Concepts and Algorithms: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Experimental Design Basics: Arizona State University
    • Combinatorics and Probability: University of California San Diego
    • Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms: Stanford University

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