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.

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Autodesk, Color Matching
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Virtual Environment, Virtual Reality, Architectural Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Image Quality
Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Animations, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Motion Graphics, Simulations, Design Elements And Principles, Design and Product
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Embedded Systems, Program Development, Computer Engineering, Development Environment, Algorithms, Data Structures, System Programming, Computer Programming, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, 3D Assets, Animations, C# (Programming Language), Cross Platform Development, Development Environment, Software Installation, Content Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: UI Components, ASP.NET, .NET Framework, C# (Programming Language), Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Restful API, OAuth, Microsoft Azure, Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, Network Routing, Cloud Applications, Server Side, Javascript, Application Deployment, Cloud API, Authentications, Event-Driven Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Generative AI Agents, Software Development Tools, Code Review, Computer Programming Tools, Unix Commands, Secure Coding, Debugging, Software Installation, Servers, Configuration Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Test Driven Development (TDD), Cryptography, Application Development, Transaction Processing, Emerging Technologies, Application Design, Integrated Development Environments, Software Architecture, Network Protocols, Encryption, Web Applications, Program Development, Distributed Computing, Microsoft Azure, FinTech, Secure Coding, Cloud Computing Architecture, Development Environment, Web Development Tools
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Big Data, Internet Of Things, Product Development, Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, File Systems, New Product Development, Data Analysis, Debugging, Machine Learning, Model Based Systems Engineering, Data Processing, Electronic Systems, General Networking, Computer Engineering, Wireless Networks, Information Systems Security, Application Security
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Threat Modeling, Application Deployment, Scripting, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Application Security, Scalability, Software Development, Payment Systems, FinTech, Secure Coding, Software Development Tools, Distributed Computing, Computer Programming, Transaction Processing, Emerging Technologies, Business Analysis, Market Dynamics, Finance
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Java, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Encryption, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Web Servers, File Management, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months