In this course, instructor Ed Liberman explains the fundamentals of IT architecture, examines topics within an IT architecture, and addresses challenges organizations face when using IT to meet their business goals. IT architecture is the overall design of the computer systems in your business. Ed shows you what an enterprise is in the context of IT architecture, and how to define an enterprise network for your organization. He goes over common tasks most IT architects perform, as well as specialized roles, and some of the tools that IT architects need for their jobs. Ed teaches how you can use consolidation to reduce unwanted complexities. He covers information security and how to manage risks. Ed steps through creating an enterprise solution and moving to an advanced enterprise, then shows you how to protect your enterprise and get back on track when disasters happen.

Historically, managing an IT Infrastructure was a manual process. Administrators would manually check applications and services, hoping they were still working. In this new modern IT world, automating is the best way of managing on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. In this course, Microsoft MVP and MCT Liam Cleary walks you through what IT automation is and how you can put it to work for your organization. After defining IT automation and sharing some advantages, disadvantages, and cost reductions that it presents, Liam explains several approaches to automation. It’s not one size fits all, as different organizations will have different needs. He goes over automation tools for Windows, Linux, and the Cloud, then goes in-depth on how you can use scripts to assist in IT automation.

Learn how to do fast and friendly data analysis with jamovi. See how to use this open-source application to analyze data, reproduce analyses, and collaborate with colleagues.

Earn LEED certification for your green building projects. Learn about the LEED rating system, certification process, and available prerequisites and credits.

Show your understanding of sustainable design and construction by earning a LEED credential. In this course, explore the LEED credentialing process and how to prepare for exams.

Learn how to use the VRayLight in V-Ray Next for 3ds Max to light and render any scene.

Learning Linux can be a daunting task, so this course lays the groundwork for your Linux journey with term definitions, standards, and options you can pursue.

In this audio-only course, meditation expert Jack Kornfield teaches the heart-opening technique of loving-kindness meditation. As Jack illustrates, through using repeated phrases and mantras, you can mentally send goodwill, kindness, and warmth to others, planting the seeds of loving wishes that may then grow in yourself. Loving-kindness meditation can be part of your daily meditation time, but once you learn the techniques and become comfortable with the practice, it can be integrated into any part of your day as you move about.

Learn KNIME, a popular open-source platform for predictive analytics and machine learning. Discover how to use KNIME for merging and aggregation, modeling, data scoring, and more.

Learn what Microsoft 365 has to offer your organization. Discover how Microsoft 365 differs from Office 365, explore the services it comprises, and review the benefits of adoption.

Microsoft 365 encompasses Office apps, cloud services, and security. This course serves as a general introduction to Microsoft 365 for IT professionals who need to understand what it is, the services it comprises, and the benefits of adopting it. Instructor Ed Liberman provides general overviews of what it is, what comes with it, and how much it costs. Ed also goes over the benefits of using Microsoft 365 across an organization, including how to promote user buy-in. He concludes with a helpful introduction to administrative tasks in Microsoft 365 and best practices for accomplishing those tasks. This course serves as a launch pad for deeper-dive courses covering Microsoft 365 administration.

Explore the fundamentals of mill and lathe machines. Learn about various types of machining methods, the key tools you’ll need, and the actual mechanical operation of the machines.

Explore the theory and process of incorporating music with film and video projects—and gain understanding about the rules and workflow of various film score options.

If you have any interest in IT—either as a prospective career or just want to extend your knowledge base—one of the most important areas you need to understand is computer networking. Networking brings computers and devices together, allowing access to shared data and programs to anyone on the network regardless of physical location, and when it doesn't work correctly the entire organization suffers. In this course, Robert McMillen gives an introduction to networking, starting with the basics of what makes up a network, before going into the key foundational aspects you need to know about networking, including the structure of an IP address and how data packets are used to drive data from one computer to another using the IP protocol. Robert shows how to count in binary, understand static and dynamic routing, use network tools, and why you need to know these things to have a career in the IT field.

NFTs (non-fungible tokens) enable people to sell digital items like music, art, photos, and more. Creators are interested in NFTs as a way to protect and monetize their original work—and collectors are buying. The NFT model will have a dramatic effect on how people think about valuating non-tangible goods. However, there are critics who say they are a temporary, overblown fad. This course explains exactly what NFTs are—including their basis in blockchain—and how you can create your own NFTs using a cryptocurrency platform like Ethereum. Instructor Jonathan Reichental also reviews the criticisms of NFTs so you can understand the challenges of this emerging technology. Plus, learn how NFTs are poised to disrupt other industries: by preventing counterfeiting, verifying certifications, innovating financial services, and more.

Get a solid grounding in the skills and tools you'll need to explore the world of digital photography.

Take your first steps in photo editing. Get post-processing tips for Lightroom Classic CC, Photoshop, and the Adobe mobile apps.

Quantum computing is the next frontier in computer technology. This course spells out what it is, what it might mean to existing organizations, and how it will impact our future.

Quantum cryptography is poised to shake up the world of information security. This course explains what it is, how it works, and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.