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Automation Courses

Automation courses can help you learn process optimization, workflow design, and robotic process automation (RPA). You can build skills in scripting, system integration, and data analysis to streamline operations. Many courses introduce tools like UiPath, Automation Anywhere, and Zapier, that support implementing automation solutions and enhancing productivity across various industries.


Popular Automation Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Detect, Respond, and Recover from Cloud Cybersecurity Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Continuous Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Incident Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Security Controls, Threat Management, System Monitoring, IT Automation, Record Keeping, Problem Management

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Salesforce Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Data Security, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Engagement, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Customer Service, Data Maintenance, Business Reporting, Data Management, Workflow Management, Data Integrity, Process Design, Lead Generation, Business Process Automation, Cloud Computing, Automation, Employee Engagement

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Web Applications and Command-Line Tools for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Microservices, AWS SageMaker, Cloud Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Data Pipelines, CI/CD, Package and Software Management, Containerization, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Test Automation, Algorithms

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    41 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Network Protocols, Programming Principles, Software Development, Automation, Analysis, Cloud Computing, Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    113 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Precision Bookkeeping: Records, Reconciliation, Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Reconciliation, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting Records, Bookkeeping, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Month End Closing, Record Keeping, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Automation, Internal Controls, Analytics

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    107 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    GenAI in Business: Discover the Possibilities

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking, Business Transformation, Prompt Engineering, Automation, Case Studies, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Large Language Modeling, Business Process Management, Customer Service

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    76 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Algorithmic Trading

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Financial Trading, Market Data, Portfolio Management, Technical Analysis, Market Trend, Real Time Data, Portfolio Risk, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Risk Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Substation, Energy and Utilities, Plant Operations and Management, Electrical Equipment, Three-Phase, Power Electronics, Automation Engineering, High Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Process Control, Basic Electrical Systems

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    146 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Codio

    DevOps: Introduction to Developer Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Terraform, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Continuous Integration, Ansible, Application Performance Management, Prometheus (Software), Network Monitoring, Continuous Deployment, Kubernetes, Application Deployment, System Monitoring, Package and Software Management, GitHub, Docker (Software), Software Development Tools, Containerization, YAML, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Automation

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    67 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Simplilearn

    ROI-Driven Digital Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Google Ads, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing Effectiveness, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Marketing Budgets, Performance Metric, Performance marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Paid media, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Automation, AI Personalization, Digital Marketing

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Amazon

    Generative AI in Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Enablement, Strategic Decision-Making, Software Development Tools, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, User Interface (UI) Design, Debugging

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Applications of Software Architecture for Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Acceptance Testing, Web Applications, Microservices, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Data Infrastructure, System Monitoring, Functional Requirement, Application Deployment, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Application Development, Distributed Computing, Prototyping, Requirements Elicitation, Test Automation, Agile Product Development, Big Data, Data Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Detect, Respond, and Recover from Cloud Cybersecurity Attacks: Google Cloud
  • Salesforce Reporting: University of California, Irvine
  • Web Applications and Command-Line Tools for Data Engineering: Duke University
  • Foundations of Computer Science: LearnQuest
  • Precision Bookkeeping: Records, Reconciliation, Reporting: Coursera
  • GenAI in Business: Discover the Possibilities: University of Michigan
  • GenAI for Algorithmic Trading: Coursera
  • Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook: L&T EduTech
  • DevOps: Introduction to Developer Operations: Codio
  • ROI-Driven Digital Marketing Analytics: Simplilearn

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