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Packt
Machine Learning: Random Forest with Python from Scratch©
Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Predictive Modeling, Matplotlib, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Microsoft
Create Machine Learning Models in Microsoft Azure
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Microsoft Azure, Data Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Image Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
282 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Cloud Virtualization, Containers and APIs
Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Platforms, Application Deployment, Microservices, Cloud Computing, DevOps, Kubernetes, Continuous Delivery, Containerization, Amazon Web Services, Serverless Computing, Virtual Machines, Performance Testing, System Monitoring, Docker (Software), Flask (Web Framework), Python Programming
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
121 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Packt
The Complete Quantum Computing Course for Beginners
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Computer Programming, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, IBM Cloud, Computer Science, Algebra, Statistics, Development Environment, Advanced Mathematics, Computational Thinking, Physics, Integrated Development Environments, Emerging Technologies
4.2
Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
23 reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Moneyball and Beyond
Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Python Programming, Data Manipulation
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
51 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Google Cloud
Using Specialized Processors with Document AI (Python)
Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Unstructured Data, Document Management, Data Processing, Python Programming, Cloud Applications
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours
IBM
Full Stack Software Developer Assessment
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, JavaScript Frameworks, Back-End Web Development, DevOps, Full-Stack Web Development, OpenShift, Version Control, CI/CD, Software Development, Cloud-Native Computing, Microservices, Containerization, Kubernetes, Web Development, Node.JS, Serverless Computing, Docker (Software), Cloud Applications, Django (Web Framework)
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
261 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Coursera Project Network
Breast Cancer Prediction Using Machine Learning
Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Python Programming, Google Cloud Platform, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Supervised Learning
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
39 reviews
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Coursera Project Network
Análisis exploratorio de datos con Python y Pandas
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Seaborn, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Descriptive Statistics, Python Programming
4.3
Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
14 reviews
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Northwestern University
Modern Robotics, Course 2: Robot Kinematics
Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Virtual Environment, Torque (Physics), Trigonometry
4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
291 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Prediction Models with Sports Data
Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Business Ethics, Python Programming, Probability & Statistics, Data Ethics
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Google Cloud
Dataflow: Qwik Start - Python
Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Processing, Google Cloud Platform, Development Environment, Cloud Development, Program Development, Software Installation
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours