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      Coursera Project Network

      Using JavaScript with AI: Enhancing Development Workflows

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, User Experience, User Interface (UI), Web Applications, ChatGPT, Web Development, HTML and CSS, Application Programming Interface (API), Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Debugging

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Innovating with Google Cloud Artificial Intelligence - Português Brasileiro

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Digital Transformation, Cloud API, Applied Machine Learning, Analytics, Big Data, Business Intelligence, Data Quality

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Tagging Dataplex Assets

      Skills you'll gain: Data Lakes, Data Access, Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Metadata Management, Data Governance

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Introduction to Vertex AI Embeddings: Text and Multimodal

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Cloud API, Text Mining, Computer Vision

      Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
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      Google Cloud

      Creating Generative Art Dynamic NFTs with Google Cloud Vertex AI and Chainlink Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud API, Blockchain, Cloud Storage, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Form Parsing with Document AI (Python)

      Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Data Import/Export, Data Capture, Unstructured Data, Scripting, Data Manipulation

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Google Cloud

      Innovating with Google Cloud Artificial Intelligence - 日本語版

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Data Quality, Machine Learning, Cloud API, Business Intelligence, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Application Programming Interface (API), Predictive Analytics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google Cloud

      Manage and Secure Distributed Services with GKE Managed Service Mesh

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Istio, Private Cloud, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Cloud API, Application Deployment, General Networking, Network Infrastructure

      Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
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      Whizlabs

      Exam Prep DVA-C02: AWS Certified Developer Associate

      Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Amazon DynamoDB, API Gateway, Serverless Computing, Containerization, Amazon S3, CI/CD, NoSQL, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, AWS Kinesis, Devops Tools, Amazon CloudWatch, Docker (Software), Kubernetes, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Databases, Application Deployment, Redis, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      La pila completa

      Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Django (Web Framework), Front-End Web Development, Application Deployment, Responsive Web Design, Web Development, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cloud Computing, MySQL, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Development, JSON, Javascript, Scalability, Virtual Environment

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Call Gemini using the OpenAI Library

      Skills you'll gain: OpenAI, ChatGPT, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling

      Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      OpenAI Assistant: Create a Code to UML-Diagram generator

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Unified Modeling Language, OpenAI, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Software Visualization, Software Design Documents, Technical Communication, User Story, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Development

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Using JavaScript with AI: Enhancing Development Workflows: Coursera Project Network
    • Innovating with Google Cloud Artificial Intelligence - Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
    • Tagging Dataplex Assets: Google Cloud
    • Introduction to Vertex AI Embeddings: Text and Multimodal: Google Cloud
    • Creating Generative Art Dynamic NFTs with Google Cloud Vertex AI and Chainlink Functions: Google Cloud
    • Form Parsing with Document AI (Python): Google Cloud
    • Innovating with Google Cloud Artificial Intelligence - 日本語版: Google Cloud
    • Manage and Secure Distributed Services with GKE Managed Service Mesh: Google Cloud
    • Exam Prep DVA-C02: AWS Certified Developer Associate: Whizlabs
    • La pila completa: Meta

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Api

    Understanding your goal, whether for developing applications, integrating services, or learning more about software interactions, will guide your learning of APIs. Regular practice with API documentation, development, and testing is crucial. Join developer communities like Stack Overflow or GitHub for troubleshooting and collaboration. Work on real projects like creating or consuming APIs. Coursera’s API Design and Fundamentals of Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform by Google Cloud is a valuable resource to start with.‎

    API courses cover a variety of topics essential for understanding and developing Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). These include the basics of API concepts, RESTful API design, and HTTP protocols. Learners will explore topics such as authentication and authorization, API documentation, and versioning. Advanced courses might cover areas like building APIs with various programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript), GraphQL, and microservices architecture. Practical exercises and projects help learners apply these concepts to real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to design, develop, and manage APIs effectively.‎

    Choosing the right API course depends on your current skill level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the basics of RESTful API design, HTTP protocols, and introductory programming skills. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on advanced API development techniques, security practices, and API documentation tools like Swagger. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on microservices architecture, GraphQL, or preparing for roles in backend development and system integration. Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in API development can open up various career opportunities in software development, IT, and technology consulting. Common roles include API developer, backend developer, integration engineer, and software architect. These positions involve designing and developing APIs, ensuring seamless integration between systems, and optimizing API performance. With the growing importance of APIs in enabling software interoperability and driving digital transformation, earning a certificate in API development can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as web development, cloud computing, fintech, and enterprise software.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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