From 2016 to 2024, there was a time when LinkedIn Learning offered all of its professional courses and certificates 100% for free. I didn't invest my time in it back then, and looking back, I really regret missing that opportunity.

Still, there is nothing to worry about now; there are over 25,000 courses available. Although you have to pay for the certificate, that's okay, knowledge matters more than the paper.

My experiences say: do not waste your time. Instead, stay busy learning and gaining new skills. Whether you get the certificate or just the knowledge, it is the best investment you can make for your future.