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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

      Brand Marketing and SEO Tools using Wix

      Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Brand Awareness, Branding, Digital Marketing, Marketing Design, Marketing, Content Creation, Web Design and Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      365 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Mechanical Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Precision Medicine, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Energy and Utilities, Image Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, Design Thinking, Technical Design, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Medical Imaging, Statistical Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Electric Power Systems, Bioinformatics, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Starweaver

      Lean Management Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Kaizen Methodology, Quality Improvement, Kanban Principles, Process Mapping, Process Optimization, Business Process, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Operations Management, Workflow Management, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership Development, Waste Minimization, Leadership, Change Management, Program Implementation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Pennsylvania

      Health Care Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Health Care Administration, Innovation, Process Improvement and Optimization, Performance Improvement, Process Mapping, Health Care, Lean Methodologies, Performance Metric, Health Technology, Quality Improvement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Qualitative Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      302 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Infographics, Data Visualization, Anomaly Detection, Excel Formulas, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Business Reporting, Risk Analysis, Text Mining, Risk Management, Predictive Analytics, Automation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      78 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Tsinghua University

      Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Database Design, Query Languages, Computer Programming, Computer Science, System Design and Implementation

      2.8
      Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      École normale supérieure

      Approximation Algorithms Part II

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Operations Research, Linear Algebra, Solution Design, Mathematical Modeling, Probability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      44 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
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      IBM

      IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Email Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Media Strategy, Pay Per Click Advertising, Web Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, E-Commerce, Content Performance Analysis, Instagram, Generative AI

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Exploring Cost-optimization for GKE Virtual Machines

      Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Virtual Machines, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Management, Load Balancing, Capacity Management, Network Architecture

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      EIT Digital

      I/O-efficient algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage Technologies, Algorithms, Graph Theory, File Systems, Data Access, Performance Tuning, Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      60 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Digital Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Web Analytics and SEO, Storytelling, Marketing Strategies, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Communications, Customer Relationship Management, Brand Management, Customer Engagement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      217 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      Optimize TensorFlow Models For Deployment with TensorRT

      Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Performance Tuning, Machine Learning Methods, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Brand Marketing and SEO Tools using Wix: Coursera Project Network
    • AI for Mechanical Engineers: University of Michigan
    • Lean Management Fundamentals: Starweaver
    • Health Care Innovation: University of Pennsylvania
    • Microsoft Generative AI for Data Analysis: Microsoft
    • Data Structures and Algorithms: Tsinghua University
    • Approximation Algorithms Part II: École normale supérieure
    • IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking: IBM
    • Exploring Cost-optimization for GKE Virtual Machines: Google Cloud
    • I/O-efficient algorithms: EIT Digital

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