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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.


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Popular Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Create a Superhero Name Generator with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Machine Learning Methods, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Deep Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    EDUCBA

    NodeJS Unleashed: Mastering Backend Development

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Scalability, Authentications, JSON, Authorization (Computing), Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Development, Server Side, Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Restful API, Development Environment, Operating Systems, Email Automation, Microsoft Visual Studio

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Python for Finance: Investment Fundamentals & Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Risk Analysis, Investment Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Statistical Analysis, Simulations, Regression Analysis, Jupyter, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Matplotlib, Data Manipulation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Simplilearn

    LLM Application Engineering and Development Certification

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, AI Workflows, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Embeddings, Generative AI, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Tensorflow, Semantic Web, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Analytical Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Supervised Learning, Computer Programming Tools

    3.2
    Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Whizlabs

    NVIDIA: Large Language Models and Generative AI Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Model Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Prompt Engineering, Deep Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Deployment, Model Evaluation, Continuous Monitoring, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Generative AI in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Fraud detection, Financial Analysis, Risk Modeling, Financial Regulations, Lending and Underwriting

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Build a Data Warehouse Using BigQuery

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Business Intelligence, Jupyter, Python Programming

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Creating Multi Task Models With Keras

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Computer Vision

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Coursera

    GenAI for Financial Analysts: Essential Predictive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Financial Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Financial Modeling, Financial Data, Market Data, Predictive Analytics, Financial Analysis, Portfolio Management, Advanced Analytics, Risk Management, Investment Management, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Reporting, Analysis, Power BI, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Whizlabs

    NVIDIA: Prompt Engineering and Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Large Language Modeling, Text Mining, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Azure Data Engineering: Cosmos DB, SQL & Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Data Storage Technologies, Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Storage, Data Presentation, Cloud Engineering, Data Store, Data Architecture, Data Infrastructure, Performance Tuning, Query Languages, Database Design, SQL, NoSQL, Data Processing, Process Optimization, Data Modeling, System Monitoring

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Android Architecture/Multimedia Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Android (Operating System), Android Development, Mobile Development, Software Architecture, Performance Tuning, Middleware, Linux, Application Programming Interface (API)

    2.9
    Rating, 2.9 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Create a Superhero Name Generator with TensorFlow: Coursera
  • NodeJS Unleashed: Mastering Backend Development: EDUCBA
  • Python for Finance: Investment Fundamentals & Data Analytics: Packt
  • LLM Application Engineering and Development Certification: Simplilearn
  • NVIDIA: Large Language Models and Generative AI Deployment: Whizlabs
  • Generative AI in Finance: Board Infinity
  • Build a Data Warehouse Using BigQuery: Starweaver
  • Creating Multi Task Models With Keras: Coursera
  • GenAI for Financial Analysts: Essential Predictive Analytics: Coursera
  • NVIDIA: Prompt Engineering and Data Analysis: Whizlabs

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