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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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    University of Michigan

    Python Project: Software Engineering and Image Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Image Analysis, Python Programming, Jupyter, Software Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Vision, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL)

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, MySQL, Relational Databases, Databases, Data Modeling, Development Environment, PHP (Scripting Language), Software Installation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C for Everyone, Part 2: Structured Programming

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Command-Line Interface, File Systems

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Import/Export, Scripting, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, Automation, Data Structures, Debugging, Data Validation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    How to create presentations using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Multimedia, Web Content, Infographics, Visual Design, Graphical Tools, Graphic Design

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Duke University

    Writing, Running, and Fixing Code in C

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Software Testing, Program Development, Pseudocode, Simulations, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Development Environment, C (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to UI Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Usability, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Design, Design Thinking, UI/UX Research, Design Strategies, Design Research, User Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Data Scientist Associate (DP-100) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Data Processing, Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Cloud Management, Artificial Neural Networks, Information Privacy, Supervised Learning, Virtual Machines, Application Deployment, Continuous Monitoring, Data Security, Performance Tuning, Scalability

    4.2
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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced WinForms with Entity Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, User Accounts, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Git (Version Control System), .NET Framework, Identity and Access Management, Database Management, Object-Relational Mapping, Authorization (Computing), Microsoft Windows, Database Application, Microsoft Development Tools, Application Design, Application Development, C# (Programming Language), Software Design, Authentications, User Interface (UI)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Enterprise Search on Generative AI App Builder

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Web Analytics and SEO, Google Cloud Platform, LLM Application, Data Management, Information Management, Analytics, Information Architecture, Data Integration, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Unstructured Data, Application Programming Interface (API), System Configuration, Identity and Access Management, Authorization (Computing)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Geometry, Data Structures

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Ball State University

    Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Scripting, NumPy, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Structures

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Python Project: Software Engineering and Image Manipulation: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL): University of Michigan
  • C for Everyone, Part 2: Structured Programming: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 2: University of Colorado Boulder
  • How to create presentations using Canva: Coursera
  • Writing, Running, and Fixing Code in C: Duke University
  • Introduction to UI Design: University of Minnesota
  • Microsoft Azure Data Scientist Associate (DP-100) Exam Prep: Microsoft
  • Advanced WinForms with Entity Framework: Packt
  • Enterprise Search on Generative AI App Builder: Google Cloud

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