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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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    EDUCBA

    Bash Shell Scripting: Automate, Process & Analyze

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Commands, Scripting, File Management, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Python: A Guided Journey from Introduction to Application

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Matplotlib, Generative AI, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Object Oriented Design, Applied Machine Learning, Integrated Development Environments, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, Machine Learning, Development Environment, Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Kubernetes: From Fundamentals to Advanced Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Containerization, CI/CD, YAML, Cloud Infrastructure, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Scalability, Network Routing, Application Lifecycle Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    cPanel: Configure, Manage & Optimize Websites

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, MySQL, Control Panels, Database Management, Web Servers, Email Automation, Server Administration, System Configuration, Data Storage, Web Analytics and SEO, Network Routing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Deep Dive iOS 16 Swift - SwiftUI Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Apple Xcode, UI Components, User Interface (UI), iOS Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Apple iOS, Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Swift Programming, Responsive Web Design, Application Design, Animations, Interactive Design, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Application Development, Cross Platform Development, Programming Principles, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Data Structures and Algorithms (I)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Computer Science

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    AWS Networking, Compute & IAM Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Identity and Access Management, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Security, Network Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Authentications, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Multi-Factor Authentication, Cloud Security, Network Administration, Load Balancing, Amazon CloudWatch, Containerization, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Robotic Mapping and Trajectory Generation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mapping, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Real-Time Operating Systems, Global Positioning Systems, Simulations, Image Analysis, Computer Science, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Blazor – Security, Payments & Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud API, Authentications, Payment Systems, Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), UI Components, Identity and Access Management, Email Automation, Database Management, Transaction Processing, User Interface (UI), Data Validation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Agile Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Sprint Retrospectives, Backlogs, Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development (TDD)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Scalability, Distributed Computing, Big Data, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, File Systems, Linux, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, OS Process Management, Artificial Intelligence

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Django for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Django (Web Framework), Object-Relational Mapping, HTML and CSS, Model View Controller, jQuery, Ajax, JSON, Database Design, SQL, Application Frameworks, Databases, Web Applications, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Development, Data Modeling, Javascript, Application Security, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

    4.7
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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

  • Bash Shell Scripting: Automate, Process & Analyze: EDUCBA
  • Python: A Guided Journey from Introduction to Application: Arizona State University
  • Kubernetes: From Fundamentals to Advanced Deployment: EDUCBA
  • cPanel: Configure, Manage & Optimize Websites: EDUCBA
  • Deep Dive iOS 16 Swift - SwiftUI Programming: Packt
  • Data Structures and Algorithms (I): Tsinghua University
  • AWS Networking, Compute & IAM Architecture: Packt
  • Robotic Mapping and Trajectory Generation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced Blazor – Security, Payments & Deployment: Packt
  • Agile Software Development: University of Minnesota

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