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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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    Microsoft

    Foundations of AI and Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Data Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Infrastructure Architecture, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security, Application Frameworks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Scalability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    AI CERTs

    Bitcoin for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Digital Assets, Business Leadership, Innovation, Business Transformation, Payment Systems, FinTech, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Investments, Cryptography, Market Dynamics, Software Development, Distributed Computing, Cryptographic Protocols, Business Analysis, Encryption, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Apache Spark, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, PySpark, Computer Vision, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Regression Analysis, LLM Application, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Jupyter, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Data Science

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C for Everyone, Part 2: Structured Programming

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Command-Line Interface, File Systems

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Mendix Advanced Workflows and Integrations

    Skills you'll gain: Web Services, Data Mapping, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Restful API, Application Development, Cloud Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Microservices, System Monitoring, Application Performance Management, Data Integration, Enterprise Application Management, Software Architecture, Business Process Automation, Maintainability, Scalability, Debugging, Application Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Machine Learning with Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Network Architecture, Algorithms, Probability Distribution

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Security Essentials for Modern Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), DevSecOps, Secure Coding, Application Security, Threat Detection, Security Testing, Security Engineering, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Vulnerability Assessments, CI/CD, DevOps, Vulnerability Scanning

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Beginner Object-Oriented Programming in C# and .NET Core

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Practical Introduction to the Command Line

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), File Management, Shell Script, Linux Commands, Productivity, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Meta

    Programming Fundamentals in Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Web Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Apache Hadoop, Data Wrangling, Apache Hive, Data Collection, Data Mart, Data Science, Data Warehousing, Data Visualization, Analytics, Data Cleansing, Apache Spark, Data Lakes, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Excel

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Hands-on Introduction to Linux Commands and Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, File Management, Linux, Unix Commands, Linux Servers, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Ubuntu, Scripting Languages, Unix, Operating Systems, Network Protocols, Automation, Software Installation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Foundations of AI and Machine Learning: Microsoft
  • Bitcoin for Leaders: AI CERTs
  • IBM AI Engineering: IBM
  • C for Everyone, Part 2: Structured Programming: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Mendix Advanced Workflows and Integrations: Coursera
  • Machine Learning with Neural Networks: Dartmouth College
  • Security Essentials for Modern Developers: Coursera
  • Beginner Object-Oriented Programming in C# and .NET Core: Packt
  • Practical Introduction to the Command Line: Coursera
  • Programming Fundamentals in Swift: Meta

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