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Optimization Courses

Optimization courses can help you learn techniques for improving performance, resource allocation, and decision-making processes. You can build skills in linear programming, heuristic methods, and simulation modeling, that support analyzing complex systems. Many courses introduce tools like Excel Solver, MATLAB, and Python libraries such as SciPy, enabling you to apply optimization methods to real-world problems in logistics, finance, and operations management.


Popular Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    DeepLearning.AI

    PyTorch: Techniques and Ecosystem Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Transfer Learning, Embeddings, Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Model Deployment

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Designing Autonomous AI

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, Organizational Skills, Process Design, Artificial Intelligence, Functional Design, Goal Setting, Verification And Validation, Reinforcement Learning, Knowledge Transfer, Software Architecture, Interviewing Skills, Software Design Patterns, Decision Making

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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modeling: Applying Differentiation

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Estimation, Numerical Analysis, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Derivatives, Algebra

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    59 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Skillshare

    ChatGPT for Content Creation and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Business Process

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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Visualizing Filters of a CNN using TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Python Programming, Jupyter, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Software Visualization, Machine Learning

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    82 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Mastering GitHub for Developers and DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, CI/CD, Azure DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Microsoft Copilot, Bitbucket, Continuous Integration, Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Docker (Software), GitLab, Software Development Tools, Application Deployment, ChatGPT, Software Installation, Continuous Deployment, Amazon Web Services

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Services Overview for IT Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Database Management, Cloud Services, Databases, Cloud Solutions, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Relational Databases, Cloud Storage, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Data Storage, System Monitoring, Amazon DynamoDB, Solution Architecture

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Data Science for Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Probability & Statistics, AI Personalization, Statistical Software, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Ethics, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Customer Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Anomaly Detection, Advanced Analytics, Bayesian Network, Machine Learning

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundational Mathematics for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Probability, Regression Analysis, Mathematical Software, Calculus, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Dimensionality Reduction, Graphing

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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    AI & ML Applications in Oil and Gas Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Oil and Gas, Petroleum Industry, Big Data, Data Management, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Process Engineering, Geostatistics, Anomaly Detection, Image Analysis, Production Process, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Physical Science, Natural Resource Management, Exploratory Data Analysis

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Foundations and Core Concepts of PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Data Preprocessing, Regression Analysis, Software Installation, System Configuration, Development Environment, Performance Tuning

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Applied Mathematics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • PyTorch: Techniques and Ecosystem Tools: DeepLearning.AI
  • Designing Autonomous AI: University of Washington
  • Calculus through Data & Modeling: Applying Differentiation: Johns Hopkins University
  • ChatGPT for Content Creation and Planning: Skillshare
  • Visualizing Filters of a CNN using TensorFlow: Coursera
  • Mastering GitHub for Developers and DevOps: Packt
  • AWS Services Overview for IT Professionals: Amazon Web Services
  • Data Science for Marketing: University of Colorado System
  • Foundational Mathematics for AI: Johns Hopkins University
  • AI & ML Applications in Oil and Gas Industry: L&T EduTech

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Linear Algebra (10)
Reinforcement Learning (10)

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