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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

    Interactivity with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Interactive Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Event-Driven Programming, Web Applications, User Interface (UI), Web Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Debugging, Data Validation

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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)

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    W3.CSS: Design & Optimize Responsive Websites

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, UI Components, Information Architecture, Web Analytics and SEO, User Interface (UI), Usability, Interaction Design, Semantic Web, Typography, Animations

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google AR & VR

    Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Application Design, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Mobile Development, User Experience, Computer Vision, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Flows

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    International Cyber Conflicts

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, International Relations, Cyber Governance, Network Infrastructure, Conflict Management, Security Management, Political Sciences, Media and Communications, Psychology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Create eLearning Courses with Articulate Storyline 360

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Learning Management Systems, Instructional Design, Animation and Game Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Design Elements And Principles

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Python and Professional Development

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Integrated Development Environments, Scalability, Software Development Tools, Python Programming, Debugging

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Programming Fundamentals in Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Web Development

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Django with MySQL: Build & Deploy Web Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Full-Stack Web Development, Authentications, Software Testing, Development Testing, Unit Testing, Debugging, Object-Relational Mapping, Authorization (Computing), MySQL, Test Case, Web Development, Database Development, Back-End Web Development, Web Applications, Software Documentation, Test Automation, Document Management, File Management, Model View Controller

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to HTML

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Content, Integrated Development Environments

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Spring Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Microservices, JUnit, Model View Controller, Hibernate (Java), Restful API, Spring Boot, Software Architecture, API Gateway, Web Services, Object-Relational Mapping, Transaction Processing, Service Oriented Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, JSON, YAML, Load Balancing, Unit Testing, Software Configuration Management, Java Programming

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Interactivity with JavaScript: University of Michigan
  • Django for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • W3.CSS: Design & Optimize Responsive Websites: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore: Google AR & VR
  • Agile Software Development: University of Minnesota
  • International Cyber Conflicts: The State University of New York
  • Create eLearning Courses with Articulate Storyline 360: Packt
  • Advanced Python and Professional Development: Packt
  • Programming Fundamentals in Swift: Meta
  • Django with MySQL: Build & Deploy Web Apps: EDUCBA

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