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Theoretical Computer Science Courses

Theoretical computer science courses can help you learn algorithms, computational complexity, automata theory, and formal languages. You can build skills in problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, and algorithm analysis, that support tackling complex computational tasks. Many courses introduce tools like Python for algorithm implementation, LaTeX for typesetting mathematical documents, and software for simulating automata, allowing you to apply these concepts in practical scenarios.


Popular Theoretical Computer Science Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado System

    Particle Filters (and Navigation)

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Numerical Analysis, Estimation, Simulations, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Algorithms

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    American Psychological Association

    Less Stress, Better Health

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Mental Health, Mindfulness, Physiology, Psychology, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Scientific Methods, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Social Skills

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Les Expressions Régulières en Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Web Scraping, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Scripting, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Environmental Issues, Policies, and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Laws, Environment, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Sanitation, Hazard Analysis, Public Health, Water Resources, Environmental Monitoring, Risk Analysis, Epidemiology, Water Quality, Pollution Prevention, Climate Change Adaptation

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Predictive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Supervised Learning, Python Programming, Cloud Computing, Data Quality, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Full-Stack React with Spring Boot: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, IntelliJ IDEA, Spring Boot, React.js, Restful API, Integrated Development Environments, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Development Tools, Back-End Web Development, Web Applications, Application Frameworks, Command-Line Interface, Data Access

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Presentations, Entrepreneurial Finance, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Business Planning, New Business Development, Business Risk Management, Business Modeling, Financial Analysis, Business Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    AWS AutoGluon for Machine Learning Classification

    Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Amazon Web Services, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Build AI Apps with No-Code Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Predictive Modeling, No-Code Development, Model Deployment, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Responsible AI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Advanced Analytics, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Data Cleansing, Business Reporting, Global Marketing, LLM Application, AI Enablement, User Feedback, Data Preprocessing, Predictive Analytics, Data Architecture

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Health Impacts of Chemicals in Consumer Products

    Skills you'll gain: Environment Health And Safety, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainability Standards, Product Lifecycle Management, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Science, Nutrition and Diet, Pharmacology, Public Health, Risk Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Academic Research Types and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Higher Education, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Science and Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Student Engagement, Safety and Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Full-Stack React with Spring Boot

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Spring Boot, Full-Stack Web Development, React.js, IntelliJ IDEA, Application Programming Interface (API), Object-Relational Mapping, JavaScript Frameworks, Integrated Development Environments, Front-End Web Development, YAML, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Back-End Web Development, Data Access, User Interface (UI), MongoDB, UI Components, Application Frameworks, Databases

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular theoretical computer science courses

  • Particle Filters (and Navigation): University of Colorado System
  • Less Stress, Better Health: American Psychological Association
  • Les Expressions Régulières en Python: Coursera
  • Environmental Issues, Policies, and Practice: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Predictive Analytics: Dartmouth College
  • Full-Stack React with Spring Boot: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Entrepreneurship: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • AWS AutoGluon for Machine Learning Classification: Coursera
  • Build AI Apps with No-Code Tools: LearnQuest
  • Health Impacts of Chemicals in Consumer Products: University of Michigan

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