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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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    Codio

    Intro to Operating Systems 3: Concurrency

    Skills you'll gain: OS Process Management, Operating Systems, System Programming, Performance Tuning, Data Structures

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Toma de decisiones y gobernanza del riesgo de desastres

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Governance, Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Performance Metric, Business Priorities, Investment Management, Decision Making, Climate Change Adaptation, Economic Development, Public Policies

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Leadership: Leading Oneself

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Mental Concentration, Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Resilience, Personal Development, Persistence, Stress Management, Planning, Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Adaptability, Personal Integrity, Growth Mindedness, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership Development, Personal Attributes, Productivity, Positivity, Time Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Sustainable Consumption and Health

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Nutrition and Diet, Social Determinants Of Health, Sustainability Standards, Environment, Health Assessment, Environmental Resource Management, Environmental Science, Public Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Systems Of Measurement, Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Attitude Control with Momentum Exchange Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Simulations, Mechanics, Angular, Engineering Analysis, Torque (Physics), Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Calculus

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Information Technology Fundamentals for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Cloud Storage, Linux Commands, Software-Defined Networking, User Accounts, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, TCP/IP, Cloud Services, Data Infrastructure

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Real-time analytics with Spark: User Activity Monitoring

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, PySpark, Real Time Data, Query Languages, Data Transformation, SQL, Data Processing, Data Analysis

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Tsinghua University

    Just Reading and Writing English 2

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Culture, English Language, Literacy, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Grammar, Vocabulary

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    55 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Oracle

    Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Oracle Databases, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Database Application, Cloud Security, Data Storage, Computing Platforms, Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Computing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Security, Scalability, Encryption, Network Routing

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Migrating an application and data from Apache Cassandra™ to DataStax Enterprise

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Data Migration, Apache Cassandra, Docker (Software), Databases, Operational Databases, Database Application, Application Deployment, Data Import/Export

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Effective Leadership: Master Management Styles

    Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Team Management, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Adaptability, People Management, Performance Management, Professional Development, Cognitive flexibility, Delegation Skills, Employee Engagement, Change Management, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dassault Systèmes

    Explore the Mechanical Designer Role

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Design, Computer-Aided Design, 3D Modeling, Assembly Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Engineering, Product Engineering, Technical Drawing, Engineering Design Process, Product Development, Manufacturing and Production

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Intro to Operating Systems 3: Concurrency: Codio
  • Toma de decisiones y gobernanza del riesgo de desastres: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Principles of Leadership: Leading Oneself: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Sustainable Consumption and Health: University of Michigan
  • Attitude Control with Momentum Exchange Devices: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Information Technology Fundamentals for Everyone: Illinois Tech
  • Real-time analytics with Spark: User Activity Monitoring: Coursera
  • Just Reading and Writing English 2: Tsinghua University
  • Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Foundations: Oracle
  • Migrating an application and data from Apache Cassandra™ to DataStax Enterprise: Google Cloud

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