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Algorithm Design Courses

Algorithm design courses can help you learn sorting algorithms, graph theory, dynamic programming, and complexity analysis. You can build skills in problem-solving, optimizing code efficiency, and understanding data structures like trees and hash tables. Many courses introduce tools such as Python, Java, or C++, along with frameworks for implementing algorithms, that support tasks in artificial intelligence, data analysis, and software development.


Popular Algorithm Design Courses and Certifications


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    University of California San Diego

    Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Data Storage, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Java Programming, Java, File Management

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Princeton University

    Analysis of Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Data Structures, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Probability, Calculus

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Whizlabs

    ML Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Image Analysis, Reinforcement Learning, Classification Algorithms, Forecasting, Algorithms, AWS SageMaker, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, Natural Language Processing

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Introduction to Procedural Maze Building and Maze Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Algorithms, Game Design, Video Game Development, Programming Principles, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Debugging, Data Structures

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Procedural Maze Building - Unity 6 and Blender Compatible

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Integration Testing, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Engineering Practices, Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Classification Algorithms, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Neural Networks

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    135 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Methods for Solving Problems

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing, Data Structures, Java Programming, Algorithms, Software Testing, Java, Computer Programming, Software Development, Scalability

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Operations Research, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Pseudocode, Design Strategies, Computer Science, Tree Maps, Encryption, Linear Algebra, Combinatorics, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, IBM Cloud, Python Programming

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    911 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1)

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    384 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Problems, Algorithms and Flowcharts

    Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Data Structures, Diagram Design, Program Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Algorithmic Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Design Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular algorithm design courses

  • Data Structures: University of California San Diego
  • Analysis of Algorithms: Princeton University
  • ML Algorithms: Whizlabs
  • Introduction to Procedural Maze Building and Maze Algorithms: Packt
  • Procedural Maze Building - Unity 6 and Blender Compatible: Packt
  • Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations: University of Glasgow
  • Methods for Solving Problems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Amazon
  • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1): Rice University

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