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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.


Popular Optimization Courses and Certifications


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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Graphs and Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Combinatorics, Network Model, Mathematical Modeling, Data Structures, Transportation Operations, Image Analysis, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computational Thinking, Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Advanced vSphere Management and Features

    Skills you'll gain: vSphere Networking and Storage, Virtual Networking, vSphere DRS & HA, Storage vMotion, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Virtual Machines, Performance Tuning, Network Switches, Security Controls, Network Troubleshooting, Infrastructure Security, Data Storage Technologies, Capacity Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    H2O.ai

    H2O Gen AI Ecosystem Overview - Level 1

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Application Development, Model Deployment, Open Source Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Splunk Administration: Monitor & Optimize Data

    Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Scripting, Servers, Data Pipelines, Windows Servers, Network Troubleshooting, System Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Systems Administration, Data Infrastructure, Configuration Management, Microsoft Windows

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Optimizing and Deploying LLM Systems

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Model Deployment, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI API, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LangGraph, OpenAI, Containerization, CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, Postman API Platform, Artificial Intelligence, Continuous Integration, Amazon Web Services, Authentications, Performance Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Putting SQL to Work: The TechMart Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Business Reporting, Report Writing, Performance Reporting, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Database Development, Data Manipulation, Analytical Skills, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Transformation, Business Analysis, Technical Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    NumPy & Pandas: Analyze & Manage Retail Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Pivot Tables And Charts, Business Reporting, Data Manipulation, Analytics, Data Processing, Management Reporting, Data Wrangling, Business Analytics, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Statistical Analysis, Data Management, Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Deep Dive iOS 16 Swift - SwiftUI Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Apple Xcode, UI Components, iOS Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Apple iOS, Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Swift Programming, Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI), Application Design, Animations, Interactive Design, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Application Development, Model View Controller, Programming Principles, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Design

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Building the Core Mechanics of a Pinball Game in UE

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Performance Tuning, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Video Game Development, Virtual Environment, Scripting, Computer Graphics, Animations

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Big Data Analytics with Hive, Pig & MapReduce

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hive, Big Data, Database Design, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Databases, Apache Hadoop, Analytics, Social Media, Data Processing, Social Media Content, Data Management, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Transformation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Facebook Watch: Create Engaging Videos

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Storyboarding, Videography, Storytelling, Video Editing, Facebook, Content Creation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Foundations of Victorian Environment Modeling in Blender

    Skills you'll gain: Graphical Tools, Design Elements And Principles

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Graphs and Networks: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Advanced vSphere Management and Features: Board Infinity
  • H2O Gen AI Ecosystem Overview - Level 1: H2O.ai
  • Splunk Administration: Monitor & Optimize Data: EDUCBA
  • Optimizing and Deploying LLM Systems: Edureka
  • Putting SQL to Work: The TechMart Challenge: Coursera
  • NumPy & Pandas: Analyze & Manage Retail Data: EDUCBA
  • Deep Dive iOS 16 Swift - SwiftUI Programming: Packt
  • Building the Core Mechanics of a Pinball Game in UE: EDUCBA
  • Big Data Analytics with Hive, Pig & MapReduce: EDUCBA

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Linear Algebra (10)
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