Social engineering is one of the most dangerous forms of hacking because it preys on human nature. Learn how to defend your organization from social engineering by recognizing and thwarting the most common types of attacks. This course provides security teams and professionals with information on common social engineering techniques and safeguards. Instructor Stephanie Ihezukwu—a security analyst and engineer—describes how phishing, vishing, baiting, and physical activities like tailgating all provide entry to bad actors, and explains how training can be the most effective tool to combat these attacks. She also explains how to create policies and procedures; set up controls around passwords, email, and software updates; and conduct tests to see how effective your defenses truly are.

Get a basic understanding of the security and privacy implications of the Internet of Things, including devices such as robots, wearable tech, smart cars, and drones.

Improve your cyber risk management skills. Learn the basics of cybersecurity and the top cyber risks affecting executives and their organizations.

Protect your networks from cyberattacks. Learn how to implement antivirus protection and firewalls and scan for suspicious activity.

Learn how to protect your small or medium business from cybersecurity threats.

Set a rock-solid foundation for your network, users, and data by learning the basics of cybersecurity. Explore key frameworks, threats, and strategies for responding to incidents.

Discover how to use cybersecurity to mitigate your cloud computing risk. Learn how to secure cloud services such as Amazon Web Services, Google Apps, and Azure.

Prepare to take and pass the CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) exam. This course can prepare you for the Threat and Vulnerability Management domain of exam CS0-002.

Review essential software and systems security concepts and best practices as you prepare for the CySA+ (CS0-002) exam. Learn about software testing, encryption, and more.

Build interactive data visualizations. Learn to create tree diagrams, stack charts, spatial maps, and more all with a web browser, a few lines of code, and the D3.js library.

Join a conversation with Dan Lerner, a strengths-based performance coach and expert on all things positivity.

The central task of leaders and managers is to help their people perform at their best and contribute the most. In this course, join #1 New York Times best-selling author Daniel Pink as he shares science-backed methods for effectively motivating others. With his trademark clarity, Pink distills the crucial research on human motivation. And he shares practical takeaways in the three key areas lead to enduring high performance: autonomy, mastery, and purpose. Pink teaches a group exercise to help surface your team’s purpose, then shows you how to create a sense of connection. He explains the secrets of effective feedback and how to promote progress using simple 90-second practices. And since offering employees space to make small changes in their jobs can dramatically boost engagement, Pink walks you through how to carve out small islands of autonomy to spark your team’s innovation and deepen their commitment.

LinkedIn Influencer Danny Sullivan introduces innovative SEO strategies to help you bolster your online presence.

Darin McGowan, a storyboard artist for shows such as The Wild Thornberrys, The Loud House, and Futurama, offers insights into the storyboard artist's life.

Learn how to connect data-acquisition hardware to LabVIEW and acquire and generate analog and digital signals from a variety of real-world devices.

Learn how to use data analytics to make better business decisions and gain competitive advantage. This fast-paced introduction is ideal for managers and executives.

Analytics is such a broad topic that it's hard to know where to get started. In this course designed for students, explore how to use data analytics to make informed decisions.

In the world of data analytics, you're consistently presented with the same decision when it comes to how you'll communicate your data and insights. For each project, you need to decide whether to use a dashboard or tell a data story. In this course, business intelligence architect Sara Anstey provides you with the necessary information you need to make this decision with confidence. First, Sara covers the fundamentals of making decisions with data and shares how the role of a data analyst makes this possible for organizations. She then dives into the topics of data science dashboards and data storytelling, highlighting the pros and cons of each and providing the details you need to determine which approach is right for you. Sara closes by recapping key concepts, leaving you prepared to pick between each of these options with ease and intentionality.

This course was created by Madecraft. We are pleased to host this training in our library.

Since the inception of data analytics, the way in which analysts view and interpret data has evolved tremendously. New technologies, tools, and approaches have advanced what's possible with data analytics, and network analysis is no exception. In this course, longtime data analyst and data visualization expert Heather Johnson shares the fundamentals of using graph analytics, or network analysis, when analyzing data. Heather begins by reviewing the components of a network analysis and detailing the advantages of using a graph analytics approach. She then walks through key applications of using graph analytics when reviewing data. To wrap up the course, Heather discusses career opportunities within the realm of graph analytics. Upon completion, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge of what graph analytics is and how it can be leveraged within your analytics career.

This course was created by Madecraft. We are pleased to host this training in our library.

Add data curation to your data science tool kit. Learn how to develop curation files to document information about datasets and related business processes.