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Coursera’s editorial team is comprised of highly experienced professional editors, writers, and fact-checkers. Our articles are deeply researched and thoroughly reviewed to ensure we are providing trustworthy information and advice for any topic. We understand that taking the next step in your education or career can raise questions. We are here to provide actionable, reliable, and relevant answers so you can achieve your goals.

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[Video thumbnail] Choosing a Major

What Should I Major In? [VIDEO]

Choosing a major is an important moment in your college experience. Find out how to select a major that aligns with your values and career goals.

August 8, 2025

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[Featured Image] A machine learning engineer analyzes data using VAEs while looking at a handheld device and two laptops in a sunny office.

Variational Autoencoder (VAE) Uses and Benefits

VAEs are machine learning models that encode data to latent space before decoding the data with white noise to create a unique entity. Learn more about how variational autoencoders work and what you can use them for.

August 6, 2025

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[Featured image] Two engineers looking at a small screen and discussing learning rates to train a deep learning model.

Understanding the Learning Rate in Neural Networks

Explore learning rates in neural networks, including what they are, different types, and machine learning applications where you can see them in action.

August 6, 2025

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[Featured Image] A person using a microphone and sitting in front of their computer screen uses their digital content creator skills to record a podcast.

14 Essential Digital Content Creator Skills

Explore the role of content creator and the 14 essential digital content creator skills you need for creating and posting video, photo, audio, and written content for social media and beyond.

August 6, 2025

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[Featured Image] Professionals in a workspace discuss how to improve C# programming skills while working with C# code on their computers.

How to Improve C# Programming Skills

Improving your C# skills can allow you to explore new types of projects and enter into exciting new career fields. Discover target concepts for each proficiency level and the pathways you can take to enhance your C# skills.

August 5, 2025

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[Image en vedette] Une femme souriante utilise un casque VR dans une pièce aux couleurs vives.

Qu'est-ce que la VR ?

La réalité virtuelle (ou VR, de l’anglais « virtual reality ») a de nombreuses utilisations. Apprenez-en plus sur cette technologie, les types de VR et les détails que vous devez connaître si vous souhaitez faire carrière dans la réalité virtuelle.

August 5, 2025

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