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Applied Data Science Courses

Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.


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    Johns Hopkins University

    The R Programming Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Web Scraping, Data Manipulation, R Programming, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Big Data, Statistical Programming, Text Mining, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Inferential Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Statistical Reporting, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Software Installation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    NVIDIA

    AI Infrastructure and Operations Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Model Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, AI Orchestration, Infrastructure Architecture, Data Infrastructure, Devops Tools, IT Infrastructure, Information Technology Operations, Deep Learning, Network Infrastructure, Hardware Architecture, Machine Learning, Data Centers, Computer Architecture

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Hong Kong

    Materials in Oral Health

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Imaging, Dentistry, Dental Procedures, Dental Instruments, Laboratory Testing, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Materials science, Dental Care, Biomedical Engineering, Oral Health, 3D Modeling, Chemistry

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edge Impulse

    Introduction to Embedded Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Embedded Software, Data Preprocessing, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Model Deployment, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Computer Programming, Digital Signal Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Deploy and Maintain Power BI Assets and Capstone project

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Dashboard, SQL, Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Security, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Modeling, Data Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Machine Learning: Clustering & Retrieval

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Mining, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Inference, Text Mining, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unstructured Data, Machine Learning, Scalability, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, Probability Distribution, Algorithms

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Text Mining and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Data Mining, Unstructured Data, Statistical Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Predictive Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Unsupervised Learning, Probability & Statistics, Logistic Regression, Classification Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    737 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI Engineering with LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative Model Architectures, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Generative AI Agents, Vector Databases, LLM Application, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Embeddings, Natural Language Processing, Hugging Face, Transfer Learning, Data Pipelines, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Text Mining, Data Ethics, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals AI-900 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Image Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), AI Security, Regression Analysis, No-Code Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, AI Workflows, Model Deployment, Classification Algorithms, Analytics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Unilever

    Supply Chain Management and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Planning, Process Improvement, Capacity Planning, Logistics Management, Sustainable Business, Analytics, Corporate Sustainability, Scheduling, Inventory Management System, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Security Management, Expense Management, Operating Expense, Risk Management, Data Visualization, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Build an AI-Powered App with Claude

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Anthropic Claude, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Context Management, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Content Creation, Customer Service

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The R Programming Environment: Johns Hopkins University
  • Inferential Statistics: Duke University
  • AI Infrastructure and Operations Fundamentals: NVIDIA
  • Materials in Oral Health: The University of Hong Kong
  • Introduction to Embedded Machine Learning: Edge Impulse
  • Deploy and Maintain Power BI Assets and Capstone project: Microsoft
  • Machine Learning: Clustering & Retrieval: University of Washington
  • Text Mining and Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Generative AI Engineering with LLMs: IBM
  • Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals AI-900 Exam Prep: Microsoft

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