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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 Michigan

    PostgreSQL for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Database Design, SQL, Relational Databases, NoSQL, PostgreSQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Database Theory, Data Modeling, Databases, JSON, Data Store, Scalability, Database Management, Distributed Computing, Cloud Applications, Text Mining, Query Languages, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Scrimba

    The Binary Search Algorithm

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Development, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Javascript, Computer Science, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Introduction to CATIA V5

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Drawings, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Computer-Aided Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), File Management, Engineering Design Process, Interoperability, User Interface (UI)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    JavaScript Deep Dive

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development, Application Development, Web Applications, JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Functional Design, Computer Science

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    JSP: Build Dynamic Web Apps with Case Study

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Software Design Patterns, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Project Design, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Integrated Development Environments, Employee Performance Management, Registration, Databases, Authentications

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Writing is Designing: UX Content & Interface Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Experience Design, Design and Product, Digital Design, User Interface (UI), Technical Writing, Usability Testing, Design Research, User Centered Design, Content Creation, Style Guides, Content Strategy, Writing, Information Architecture, Product Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (1): Models and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Business Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Business Modeling, Industrial Engineering, Business Operations, Operations Management, Resource Allocation, Business Analytics, Production Planning, Inventory Management System, Case Studies, Microsoft Excel, Scheduling, Linear Algebra, Decision Making, Portfolio Management, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    User Experience Research and Design

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, User Experience Design, User Research, User Experience, User Story, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Centered Design, Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), Design Research, Interaction Design, Ideation, A/B Testing, Conceptual Design, Web Analytics, Usability

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Blender Beginners Masterclass - The Cookie Factory

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Design, Performance Tuning, Virtual Environment, Blended Learning

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Developing AI Applications with Python and Flask

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Flask (Web Framework), Application Deployment, Web Applications, Python Programming, IBM Cloud, Server Side, Artificial Intelligence, Code Review, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Unit Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    CI/CD for Test Automation: Jenkins & GitHub Actions

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Test Automation, Continuous Delivery, Software Development, Application Deployment, DevOps, Unit Testing, Agile Methodology, Software Development Methodologies, Performance Testing, Application Performance Management, Application Programming Interface (API), GitHub

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    C# Console & Windows Forms with Entity Framework

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Version Control, GitHub, User Accounts, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microsoft Visual Studio, Git (Version Control System), Debugging, Microsoft SQL Servers, .NET Framework, Object-Relational Mapping, Full-Stack Web Development, Identity and Access Management, Development Environment, Database Management, Database Development, Application Development, Authorization (Computing), Microsoft Windows

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • PostgreSQL for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • The Binary Search Algorithm: Scrimba
  • Introduction to CATIA V5: EDUCBA
  • JavaScript Deep Dive: Scrimba
  • JSP: Build Dynamic Web Apps with Case Study: EDUCBA
  • Writing is Designing: UX Content & Interface Strategy: Packt
  • Operations Research (1): Models and Applications: National Taiwan University
  • User Experience Research and Design: University of Michigan
  • Blender Beginners Masterclass - The Cookie Factory: Packt
  • Developing AI Applications with Python and Flask: IBM

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