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Functional Programming Principles in Scala (Coursera)
In this course you will discover the elements of the functional programming style and learn how to apply them usefully in your daily programming tasks, such as modeling business domains or implementing business logic. You will also develop a solid foundation for reasoning about functional programs, by touching upon proofs of invariants and the tracing of execution symbolically.
Introduction to the Basic Concepts of Programming Languages (Coursera)
This course is an introduction to the basic concepts of programming languages, with a strong emphasis on functional programming. The course uses the languages ML, Racket, and Ruby as vehicles for teaching the concepts, but the real intent is to teach enough about how any language �fits together� to make you more effective programming in any language -- and in learning new ones.
Getting Started with Python (Coursera)
This course aims to teach everyone the basics of programming computers using Python. We cover the basics of how one constructs a program from a series of simple instructions in Python. The course has no pre-requisites and avoids all but the simplest mathematics. Anyone with moderate computer experience should be able to master the materials in this course. This course will cover Chapters 1-5 of the textbook �Python for Everybody�. Once a student completes this course, they will be ready to take more advanced programming courses. This course covers Python 3.
Applied Plotting, Charting & Data Representation in Python (Coursera)
This course will introduce the learner to information visualization basics, with a focus on reporting and charting using the matplotlib library. The course will start with a design and information literacy perspective, touching on what makes a good and bad visualization, and what statistical measures translate into in terms of visualizations.
Python & Statistics for Financial Analysis by Hong Kong University (Coursera)
Python is now becoming the number 1 programming language for data science. Due to python's simplicity and high readability, it is gaining its importance in the financial industry. The course combines both python coding and statistical concepts and applies into analyzing financial data, such as stock data.
R Programming (Coursera)
In this course you will learn how to program in R and how to use R for effective data analysis. You will learn how to install and configure software necessary for a statistical programming environment and describe generic programming language concepts as they are implemented in a high-level statistical language.
Writing in the Sciences (Coursera)
This course teaches scientists to become more effective writers, using practical examples and exercises. Topics include: principles of good writing, tricks for writing faster and with less anxiety, the format of a scientific manuscript, peer review, grant writing, ethical issues in scientific publication, and writing for general audiences
Script Writing: Write a Pilot Episode for a TV or Web Series (Coursera)
In this project-centered course*, you will design a series bible and write a complete pilot episode for your own unique television or web series, be it drama or comedy or something in between. This is a course designed to tap into your creativity and is based in "Active Learning".
Single Page Web Applications with AngularJS (Coursera)
Do you want to write powerful, maintainable, and testable front end applications faster and with less code? Then consider joining this course to gain skills in one of the most popular Single Page Application (SPA) frameworks today, AngularJS. Developed and backed by Google, AngularJS is a very marketable skill to acquire.
Becoming a Changemaker: Introduction to Social Innovation (Coursera)
This free 6 week course is for anyone who wants to make a difference. Whether you are already familiar with the field of social innovation or social entrepreneurship, working for an organization that wants to increase its social impact, or just starting out, this course will take you on a journey of exploring the complex problems that surround us and how to start thinking about solutions.
Songwriting: Writing the Lyrics (Coursera)
Theres a songwriter lurking somewhere inside you, peeking around corners, wondering if it's safe to come out. Now it is. This course is an invitation to let your inner songwriter step into the sunlight. All it takes is a simple �yes� and you'll be climbing that windy hill, marveling at the view.