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Problem Solving Courses

Problem solving courses can help you learn critical thinking, analytical reasoning, creative brainstorming, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in identifying root causes, evaluating solutions, and implementing effective action plans. Many courses introduce tools like flowcharts, mind mapping software, and data analysis techniques, which help you visualize problems and track progress.

Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers: Communication and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: AI powered creativity, AI literacy, Legal Technology, Creativity, Oral Expression, Writing and Editing, Presentations, AI Integrations, Editing, Writing, Communication, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Content Creation, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Chatbots

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Tensorflow, Large Language Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Software Design, Application Development, Model Evaluation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Data Structures Using Python - An Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Network Model, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Memory Management, Algorithms, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanics, Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Design Process, Torque (Physics), Applied Mathematics, Physics, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Learn Firebase

    Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Real Time Data, Authentications, Frontend Integration, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Application Development, NoSQL, Serverless Computing, Application Security, Data Management, Data Access, Data Structures, Data Storage, Cloud Security

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Computational Thinking with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Plot (Graphics), Data Presentation, Event-Driven Programming, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Data Literacy, Animation and Game Design, Software Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Applied Machine Learning, Javascript, Interactive Design, Software Design, Computer Graphics, Code Reusability, Animations, Maintainability, Requirements Analysis

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Intermediate Rust Programming and Advanced Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Code Reusability, Memory Management, Package and Software Management, Algorithms, Software Testing

    3.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Rigid Body Dynamics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Torque (Physics), Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Differential Equations, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Integral Calculus

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Python Basics: Learn, Apply & Build Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Software Installation, Code Reusability, Functional Design, Programming Principles, Data Validation, Python Programming, Program Development, Scripting, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Development Environment, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Command-Line Interface

    4.5
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Advanced JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Code Reusability, Software Design Patterns, Data Management, Data Structures, Web Development, Computational Logic, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Software Development, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Production & Operations: Apply, Analyze & Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Production Management, Production Planning, Production Process, Operations Management, Production Schedule, Operations, Inventory Management, Business Operations, Inventory Control, Quality Control, Materials Management, Scheduling, Production Line, Inventory Management System, Inventory and Warehousing, Operational Efficiency, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Monitoring, Material Requirements Planning

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • AI for Lawyers: Communication and Creativity: University of Michigan
  • Chatbots: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data Structures Using Python - An Introduction: Packt
  • Spacecraft Formation Relative Orbits: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Learn Firebase: Scrimba
  • Computational Thinking with JavaScript: University of Glasgow
  • Intermediate Rust Programming and Advanced Concepts: Packt
  • Rigid Body Dynamics: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Python Basics: Learn, Apply & Build Programs: EDUCBA
  • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis: Packt

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