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Big Data courses can help you learn data analysis, data visualization, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques. You can build skills in interpreting large datasets, designing data-driven strategies, and utilizing machine learning algorithms. Many courses introduce tools like Hadoop, Spark, and Tableau, that support processing vast amounts of information and presenting insights effectively. Additionally, you may explore topics such as data warehousing, predictive analytics, and the ethical implications of data usage.


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    CertNexus

    Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Accountability, Risk Management, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis, Information Privacy, Risk Mitigation, AI Security, Personally Identifiable Information, Safety and Security, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Access Bioinformatics Databases with Biopython

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Scientific Visualization, Data Access, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Database Software, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Vector Database Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, AI Personalization, Embeddings, Hugging Face, MongoDB, NoSQL, PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Generative AI, SQL, Databases, LLM Application, Applied Machine Learning, Database Design, Database Management, Apache Cassandra, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    70 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Build Intelligent Agents Using DeepSeek & N8N

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Workflow Management, AI Workflows, No-Code Development, Deepseek, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Automation, Model Deployment, Data Analysis, Google Sheets, Data Processing, Gmail

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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Natural Language Processing and Capstone Assignment

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Social Media, Text Mining, Cloud Computing, Unstructured Data, Big Data, Business Analytics, Data Science, Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Internet Of Things, Deep Learning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Global Statistics - Composite Indices for International Comparisons

    Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Analytical Skills, International Relations, Economic Development, Statistics, Economics, Market Opportunities, Data Analysis, Labor Compliance, Social Studies, Data Quality, Transportation Operations

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    50 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Presentations, User Experience Design, User Research, Mobile Development, Data Ethics, Research Design, Prototyping, Wireframing, Interviewing Skills, Information Privacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Security Awareness, Data Ethics, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, AI Security, Technical Communication, Artificial Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to R Programming and Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Ggplot2, Data Visualization, Tidyverse (R Package), R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Software Installation, Programming Principles

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    MLOps Platforms: Amazon SageMaker and Azure ML

    Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Microsoft Azure, Model Deployment, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Pipelines, Amazon Web Services, Feature Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Cloud Deployment, Data Analysis, Serverless Computing, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Wearable Technologies and Sports Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Sports Medicine, Injury Prevention, Athletic Training, Physiology, Analytics, Physical Stamina, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Medical Equipment and Technology, Vital Signs, Health Technology, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Data Collection, Data Validation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Everyday Excel, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Data Visualization Software, Data Entry, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Data Import/Export, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular big data courses

  • Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks: CertNexus
  • Access Bioinformatics Databases with Biopython: Coursera
  • Vector Database Fundamentals: IBM
  • Build Intelligent Agents Using DeepSeek & N8N : Board Infinity
  • Natural Language Processing and Capstone Assignment: University of California, Irvine
  • Global Statistics - Composite Indices for International Comparisons: University of Geneva
  • Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts: Google
  • Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs: Google
  • Introduction to R Programming and Tidyverse: University of Colorado Boulder
  • MLOps Platforms: Amazon SageMaker and Azure ML: Duke University

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