Udacity, the global online learning platform that trains the world’s workforce for the careers of the future, today launched its Robotic Process Automation (RPA) Developer Nanodegree program in conjunction with UiPath, the leading enterprise robotic process automation software company. Taught by industry-leading RPA experts, the Udacity RPA Developer Nanodegree program is designed to provide learners with the practical experience and resources needed to understand and facilitate RPA, which occurs when basic tasks commonly performed by humans are automated through software or hardware systems that function across a variety of applications.
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The Nanodegree launch is part of the Udacity and UiPath RPA Insiders Virtual Conference: A Look Inside the Future of Technology, taking place today in front of an online audience of developers and engineers. Topics being addressed include “RPA Trends: What’s Real and What’s Hype?” and “How COVID-19 Has Accelerated the Need for RPA.” Guy Kirkwood, Chief Evangelist, UiPath, and JP Gownder, VP and Principal Analyst, Forrester, are presenting as keynote speakers. During the conference, UiPath and Udacity will give away 50 RPA Developer Nanodegree programs to attendees.
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“RPA is the next big opportunity that companies want to seize, and there’s a need for RPA developers who possess the skills to drive that opportunity forward,” said Gabe Dalporto, CEO, Udacity. “RPA is an extraordinary technology that is architected to reduce the burden of repetitive, simple tasks on employees, freeing up their time to focus on more substantive projects. Through our RPA Developer Nanodegree program, we’re empowering developers and engineers to strengthen their career paths and helping employers focus their teams to put their effort where it really matters.”
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