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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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    Google Cloud

    Prepárate para tu recorrido como PCSE

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Data Security, Encryption, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Security Controls, Cloud Solutions, Security Requirements Analysis, Network Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, Google Cloud Platform, CI/CD, Key Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Firewall, Continuous Monitoring

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Se préparer à devenir Associate Cloud Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Cloud Security, Cloud Storage

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    The Non-Coder’s Guide to Vibe Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, No-Code Development, Presentations, Application Development, Generative AI, Web Applications, Automation, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Design, Interactive Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, New Product Development, Creative Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Creativity, Application Deployment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nanjing University

    用Python玩转数据 Data Processing Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, User Interface (UI), Financial Data, Python Programming

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Orchestrating Experiences: Designing Consistent UX Journeys

    Skills you'll gain: Experience Design, Design Strategies, Service Design, Customer experience improvement, User Experience Design, Customer Engagement, UI/UX Strategy, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Research, Customer Insights, Business Analysis, Process Mapping, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Business Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Product Strategy, Prioritization, Ideation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, Human Centered Design, Design, Artificial Intelligence, Design Research, Design Thinking, Usability Testing, User Research, Prototyping

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Introduction to Ethical Hacking Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Data Ethics, Cyber Governance, Application Security, Cyber Risk, Computer Security, Security Testing, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Anthropic

    Claude Code in Action

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Command-Line Interface, Tool Calling, Unix Commands, Software Development Tools, GitHub, Continuous Integration, Code Review, Program Development, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development, Generative AI Agents, Automation, Software Engineering

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Computing Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Data Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Kubernetes, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Docker (Software), TCP/IP, Network Routers, Software-Defined Networking, Network Routing, Containerization, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Model, Network Switches, Firewall, Virtualization, Network Protocols

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Desarrollo de Metaversos para todos Community Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Environment, 3D Modeling, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Animations, Content Creation, Interaction Design, Business Modeling, Experience Design, Emerging Technologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Smart Contracts

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Program Development, Secure Coding, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Software Design, Integrated Development Environments, Solution Design, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Transaction Processing, Computer Programming Tools, Data Validation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Prepárate para tu recorrido como PCSE: Google Cloud
  • Se préparer à devenir Associate Cloud Engineer : Google Cloud
  • The Non-Coder’s Guide to Vibe Coding: SkillsBooster Academy
  • 用Python玩转数据 Data Processing Using Python: Nanjing University
  • Orchestrating Experiences: Designing Consistent UX Journeys: Packt
  • Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs: Google
  • Introduction to Ethical Hacking Principles: SkillUp
  • Claude Code in Action: Anthropic
  • Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases : IBM
  • Network Principles in Practice: Linux Networking: University of Colorado Boulder

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