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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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    Packt

    Designing Agentive Technology: AI for Human Support

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Human Computer Interaction, UI/UX Strategy, Interaction Design, Persona (User Experience), User Experience Design, Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Trustworthiness, Machine Learning, Technology Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    AI & Cybersecurity Threats, Global Actors, and Trends

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Cyber Operations, Threat Modeling, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Zero Trust Network Access, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Blender & Python Scripting – Step-by-Step Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, 3D Assets, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Graphics, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Development Environment, Python Programming, Algorithms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    3DS Max Mastery: Character Modeling & Animation

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Autodesk, Computer Graphic Techniques, Virtual Environment, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Color Matching, Image Quality, Color Theory

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Modern C++ Templates In Depth

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Programming Principles

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003)

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Mobile Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Network Security, Business Logic, Scripting, Technical Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Python for OOP - The A to Z OOP Python Programming Course

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Java: Linear Data Structures and Trees

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Java, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Object-Relational Mapping

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    ZBrush Basics: Sculpt, Render & Finalize 3D Models

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphical Tools, Design Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, User Interface (UI), Graphics Software

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Foundations of Microservices and REST APIs with Spring Boot

    Skills you'll gain: Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Development Environment, Hibernate (Java), Systems Architecture, Back-End Web Development, Service Oriented Architecture, Eclipse (Software), Authentications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Principles of Software Design

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Design, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Performance Testing, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), Development Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arm

    Arm Cortex-M Architecture and Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Performance Tuning, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Microarchitecture, Software Development, Development Environment, Hardware Architecture, Debugging, Application Security, Secure Coding, Computer Architecture, C (Programming Language), System Configuration, Application Development, C++ (Programming Language), System Requirements, Product Support

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Designing Agentive Technology: AI for Human Support: Packt
  • AI & Cybersecurity Threats, Global Actors, and Trends: Packt
  • Blender & Python Scripting – Step-by-Step Guide: Packt
  • 3DS Max Mastery: Character Modeling & Animation: EDUCBA
  • Modern C++ Templates In Depth: Packt
  • CompTIA PenTest+ (PT0-003): Packt
  • Python for OOP - The A to Z OOP Python Programming Course: Packt
  • Java: Linear Data Structures and Trees: Codio
  • ZBrush Basics: Sculpt, Render & Finalize 3D Models: EDUCBA
  • Foundations of Microservices and REST APIs with Spring Boot: Packt

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