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Language courses on Coursera provide valuable skills and insights to help you communicate effectively in various languages: Fundamental skills in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding the language. Cultural insights related to the language, enhancing your ability to communicate contextually and respectfully. Advanced grammar and vocabulary that can help you express complex ideas. Listening skills to improve comprehension and conversational abilities. Practical communication strategies for use in everyday situations, business, travel, or academic settings. Techniques for language retention and ongoing learning to maintain and improve proficiency.

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Language courses on Coursera are designed to support learners at all proficiency levels: Introductory courses are suitable for beginners with no prior knowledge, focusing on basic vocabulary and simple conversational skills. Intermediate courses are aimed at learners who have basic language skills and wish to improve their fluency and understanding. Advanced courses cater to proficient speakers who want to refine their skills, expand their vocabulary, and gain deeper cultural insights.

What types of certifications and credentials can you pursue through language courses on Coursera?

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What career opportunities can knowledge in a new language lead to?

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Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery - Deutsch
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Applied Machine Learning, SQL, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Big Data, Query Languages, Customer Relationship Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery - Bahasa Indonesia
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Customer Relationship Management, Predictive Modeling, Workflow Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), SQL, Google Cloud Platform, Jupyter, Big Data, Business Solutions
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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Introduction to Data Engineering on Google Cloud - 繁體中文
Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Extract, Transform, Load, Cloud Storage, Data Pipelines, Data Migration, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Warehousing, Cloud Services, SQL, Data Transformation, Data Sharing, Automation, Data Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Google Cloud
Vector Search and Embeddings - 简体中文
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Text Mining, Google Cloud Platform, Natural Language Processing, Information Architecture, Applied Machine Learning, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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Transformer Models and BERT Model - Deutsch
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, Artificial Neural Networks
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery - Português Brasileiro
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Customer Relationship Management, Predictive Modeling, SQL, Big Data, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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Vector Search and Embeddings - 日本語版
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: New
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Como criar apps de IA generativa no Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Applications, Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, Prompt Engineering, Application Development, Application Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Prototyping, Solution Architecture
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Google Cloud
Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery - 繁體中文
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Customer Relationship Management, SQL, Business Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: New
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Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) with Vertex AI: Model Evaluation - 日本語版
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Continuous Monitoring, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Google Cloud Platform, Data Quality, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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Encoder-Decoder Architecture - Deutsch
Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Google Cloud
Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery - 한국어
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Customer Relationship Management, Workflow Management, Google Cloud Platform, Applied Machine Learning, Big Data, Business Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), SQL, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery - Deutsch: Google Cloud
Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery - Bahasa Indonesia: Google Cloud
Introduction to Data Engineering on Google Cloud - 繁體中文: Google Cloud
Vector Search and Embeddings - 简体中文: Google Cloud
Transformer Models and BERT Model - Deutsch: Google Cloud
Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery - Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
Vector Search and Embeddings - 日本語版: Google Cloud
Como criar apps de IA generativa no Google Cloud: Google Cloud
Work with Gemini Models in BigQuery - 繁體中文: Google Cloud
Machine Learning Operations (MLOps) with Vertex AI: Model Evaluation - 日本語版: Google Cloud

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