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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 professional overcomes the Einstellung Effect while brainstorming ways to find a solution to a pressing problem.

Improve Your Problem-Solving: Master the Einstellung Effect

The Einstellung Effect describes a counterintuitive problem in problem-solving. Dive in to learn how to spot this phenomenon and how to use this awareness to improve your problem-solving skills.

October 22, 2024

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[Featured Image] A young programmer who discovered how to learn SQL sits at her office desk with a laptop and tablet and works.

How to Learn SQL

Explore SQL, including what it’s used for, how to learn SQL, and jobs where SQL is among the valuable coding skills you need to succeed.

October 22, 2024

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[Featured Image] A person who learned how to let recruiters know you're open on LinkedIn shakes hands with a job interviewer across a desk.

How to Let Recruiters Know You’re Open to Work on LinkedIn

LinkedIn's #OpenToWork feature can be a useful tool to make your job search a little easier. Learn how to use it and keep your job search private from your current employer.

October 22, 2024

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[Featured image] An IT support specialist is on their laptop researching about the different types of RAM.

What Is Random Access Memory?

Random access memory (RAM) is a hardware component that provides memory storage in computing devices. Learn more about the various types of RAM and their role in optimising your computing experience.

October 22, 2024

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[Featured Image] A person in the midst of a career pivot smiles and raises their arms with joy as they look at their laptop.

How to Make a Successful Career Pivot

Discover how making a career pivot starts by self-assessing what you want and understanding that a pivot is a minor career change, not a new career altogether.

October 21, 2024

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[Featured Image] After debating a computer science vs software engineering career path, a smiling person works at a laptop in a bright and airy open concept office.

Computer Science vs. Software Engineering: Explore Their Differences

While related, computer science and software engineering professionals have distinct job responsibilities. Explore computer science vs software engineering, including salary, skills, and job outlook for each field, so you can decide which is right for you.

October 21, 2024

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