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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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[Featured image] A web designer is at the office working.

What Does a Web Developer Do? (And How to Become One)

Learn more about web developers' critical role in the tech industry and how you can get started creating layouts, understanding color theory, and using web design software.

September 29, 2021

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[Featured image] A team of three cybersecurity specialists sits at a conference table with their laptops, planning an exercise and discussing red team versus blue team tactics.

Red Team vs. Blue Team in Cybersecurity

Red teams and blue teams work as attackers and defenders to improve an organization's security. Learn about the differences between the two as you decide which team you will play for.

September 29, 2021

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[Feature Image] Two computing professionals discuss CCSP certification as they prepare to pursue the credential.

What Is the CCSP? Your Guide to Becoming Certified in Cloud Security

What does CCSP stand for? Explore this intermediate cloud credential for cybersecurity professionals working in cloud environments.

September 29, 2021

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[Featured Image] A woman in a yellow sweater working as an IT project manager sits at her desk and uses her computer at work.

What Is an IT Project Manager? And How to Become One

IT project managers help plan and roll out IT processes across organizations.

September 29, 2021

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[Featured image] A project manager meets with her teammate in the office to work on a project plan.

How to Make a Project Plan in 4 Steps

A project plan contains the schedule, tasks, roles, and other key information of a professional project.

September 29, 2021

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[Featured Image] Four coworkers are having a meeting to discuss the CAPM vs. PMP. They are all laughing and smiling with laptops and graphs in front of them.

CAPM vs. PMP: Which Is Best for You?

The CAPM is an entry-level project management certification, while the PMP is a certification for project managers with at least three years of experience.

September 27, 2021

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