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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 Toronto

    Motion Planning for Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computer Vision, Simulations, Scenario Testing, Data Structures, Spatial Data Analysis

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Back-End Developer

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, C# (Programming Language), Load Balancing, Continuous Integration, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Authentications, ASP.NET, Debugging, SQL, Application Deployment, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Relational Databases, Database Management, Graph Theory, Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Data Structures

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Peer-to-Peer Protocols and Local Area Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Local Area Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, TCP/IP, Network Performance Management, OSI Models, Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Network Analysis, Data Integrity

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    AI Agent Orchestration and Scaling

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Workflow Management, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Customer and Client Support, Governance, User Feedback

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Introduction to Claude Code

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Integrated Development Environments, Command-Line Interface, Tool Calling, Program Development, Application Development, Software Development Tools, Cloud-Based Integration, Generative AI, Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI Agents, Middleware, Image Analysis, Software Installation, Application Servers

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Cloud-Based Testing Platforms Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Test Tools, Browser Compatibility, Software Testing, Test Automation, Selenium (Software), Web Development Tools, CI/CD, Mobile Development Tools, Cloud Platforms, GitLab, Quality Assurance, UI Components, User Interface (UI)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Official Recoil Tutorial Code Along - React Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Web Applications, User Interface (UI), UI/UX Strategy, User Experience Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    C# Console & Windows Forms with Entity Framework

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Version Control, GitHub, User Accounts, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microsoft Visual Studio, Git (Version Control System), Debugging, Microsoft SQL Servers, .NET Framework, Object-Relational Mapping, Full-Stack Web Development, Identity and Access Management, Development Environment, Database Management, Database Development, Application Development, Authorization (Computing), Microsoft Windows

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    cPanel Web Hosting Management Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, File Management, Control Panels, Web Analytics and SEO, MySQL, Apache, Cloud Hosting, Public Key Infrastructure, User Accounts, Data Security, Encryption, Database Management, Web Servers, Email Automation, System Configuration, PHP (Scripting Language), Server Administration, Performance Tuning, Servers, Content Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Applied Python Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, PySpark, Data Visualization, Snowflake Schema, Data Storytelling, Site Reliability Engineering, Docker (Software), Databricks, Containerization, Interactive Data Visualization, Plotly, Data Pipelines, Kubernetes, Matplotlib, Dashboard, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Science, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    iOS Development for Creative Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Objective-C (Programming Language), iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Apple iOS, Video Game Development, Game Design, Model View Controller, JSON, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, OAuth, Responsive Web Design, Prototyping, Animation and Game Design, Apple Xcode, Human Computer Interaction, UI/UX Strategy

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: Communication Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Session Initiation Protocols, Android Studio, Android Development, Internet Of Things, Communication Systems, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Wireless Networks, Mobile Development, Application Development, Embedded Systems, Open Source Technology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    505 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Motion Planning for Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Microsoft Back-End Developer: Microsoft
  • Peer-to-Peer Protocols and Local Area Networks: University of Colorado System
  • AI Agent Orchestration and Scaling: Edureka
  • Introduction to Claude Code: Scrimba
  • Cloud-Based Testing Platforms Getting Started: Coursera
  • Official Recoil Tutorial Code Along - React Web Development: Packt
  • C# Console & Windows Forms with Entity Framework: Packt
  • cPanel Web Hosting Management Mastery: EDUCBA
  • Applied Python Data Engineering: Duke University

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