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AI

Artificial intelligence, or AI, is the ability of a machine to perform cognitive functions that are associated with human minds, such as perceiving, reasoning, learning, and problem solving. Explore these learning activities for foundational knowledge of AI concepts, sometimes referred to as cognitive computing. You'll be able to explain what artificial intelligence is and how it can be applied in the professional world. You have the option to complete the Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals courses to earn an IBM-recognized digital credential!

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Cybersecurity Essentials

Educating yourself about security, or being “cybersecurity aware,” is your first line of defense to reduce threats. Cybersecurity refers to the practice of protecting networks, programs, computer systems, and their components from unauthorized digital access and attacks. Complete these to learn about cybersecurity fundamentals and the growing importance of cybersecurity in our digital world today.

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IT

Information Technology (IT) refers to the use of technology to organize, store, share, and process information. The IT industry is growing quickly as companies become more technology-based and the need to manage information becomes increasingly vital. Check out these learning activities to take a first step into the world of IT.

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User Experience (UX) Design

The main goal of user experience (UX) is creating and improving people's experiences in their everyday life and work. UX efforts often focus on improving digital products and services. The need for UX design is ever-growing across industries in today’s world due to the prevalence of mobile devices and web applications, and the growth of the e-commerce market. Explore this channel to build your knowledge about UX design concepts.

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Creating a digital brand

In today's busy and connected world, branding yourself and connecting with other professionals has never been more important. One of the popular platforms for doing this is LinkedIn. These learning activities will help you create a great LinkedIn profile, or improve your current profile, so you can network, join LinkedIn groups, stay up to date with your newsfeed, find jobs, and more.

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