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      Coursera

      From Raw to Ready: Data Preparation in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Data Import/Export, NumPy, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Cleansing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MathWorks

      Introduction to MATLAB Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Code Review, Matlab, Software Development Tools, Artificial Intelligence

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera

      Step Into SQL with Jupyter Notebooks

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), MySQL, Collaborative Software, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Data Access, Jupyter

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Infosec

      ChatGPT for Offensive Security

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Security Testing, Data Ethics, Penetration Testing, OpenAI, Threat Modeling, Application Security, Cyber Operations, Generative AI, Vulnerability Assessments, Large Language Modeling, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence, Scripting

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Indian School of Business

      A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment

      Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Resilience, Growth Mindedness, Psychology, Personal Development, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Mindfulness

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      Packt

      Crash Course on Embedded C Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Software Installation, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Cambridge

      The Law of England and Wales: An Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Court Systems, Case Law, Legal Strategy, Civil Law, Legal Proceedings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Appeals, Litigation and Civil Justice, Civil Procedures, Political Sciences, Social Justice

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Mastering Python Sequences and Strings

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Scripting, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Software Installation, Virtual Environment

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      Packt

      RESTful API with Express

      Skills you'll gain: API Design, Routing Protocols, Data Structures, Development Environment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Energía total: Producción, transporte y almacenamiento

      Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Thermal Management, Transportation Operations, Environment, Engineering, Electric Power Systems, Environmental Engineering, Production Process, Innovation, Emerging Technologies

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pearson

      Rust Programming Essentials: Unit 3

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Scripting Languages, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      MAYA Architecture - Lighting and Rendering with Mental Ray

      Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Maya, Autodesk, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • From Raw to Ready: Data Preparation in Python: Coursera
    • Introduction to MATLAB Copilot: MathWorks
    • Step Into SQL with Jupyter Notebooks: Coursera
    • ChatGPT for Offensive Security: Infosec
    • A Life of Happiness and Fulfillment: Indian School of Business
    • Crash Course on Embedded C Programming: Packt
    • The Law of England and Wales: An Introduction: University of Cambridge
    • Mastering Python Sequences and Strings: EDUCBA
    • RESTful API with Express: Packt
    • Energía total: Producción, transporte y almacenamiento: Universidad de los Andes

    Why Learn Political Science?

    Political science explores power, governance, public policy, and global affairs—examining how decisions are made and how they affect people’s lives. It combines critical thinking, research, and communication to understand political systems and social change. Learning political science can help you engage more deeply in civic life, pursue careers in law or policy, and analyze issues shaping the world today.

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