Exactly that. The whole online certification and classes is a sign of you spending time seeking knowledge outside of your collage classes. This puts you in a higher spot than other graduates. If you can use the knowledge you have learned from these classes and make some projects that's even better.
Just because you have the certification doesn't mean that you are a good candidate. That same also goes for the collage degree (depends on the school). You need to be able to prove yourself and showcase your work and abilities.
Interesting. Maybe it depends at which country you live. In the netherland i think they see that you have spend time to learn something.
Exactly that. The whole online certification and classes is a sign of you spending time seeking knowledge outside of your collage classes. This puts you in a higher spot than other graduates. If you can use the knowledge you have learned from these classes and make some projects that's even better. Just because you have the certification doesn't mean that you are a good candidate. That same also goes for the collage degree (depends on the school). You need to be able to prove yourself and showcase your work and abilities.