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Algorithmic Thinking Courses

Algorithmic Thinking courses can help you learn problem-solving techniques, data structures, algorithm design, and complexity analysis. You can build skills in logical reasoning, optimization strategies, and analyzing algorithm efficiency. Many courses introduce tools like Python and R for implementing algorithms, along with frameworks for analyzing data sets and solving computational problems.


Popular Algorithmic Thinking Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Generative AI: Shaping Work and Tasks

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Generative AI, Automation, Responsible AI, Journalism, Artificial Intelligence, Education and Training, Job Analysis, Marketing, Economics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Analysis, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.4 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Empreendedorismo e Inovação

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Fundraising, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Professional Networking, Product Development, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Presentations

    ★ 4.9 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Starweaver

    CEO Playbook: Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Business Leadership, ChatGPT, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Generative AI, Competitive Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, Decision Intelligence, Organizational Change, AI Integrations, Communication Strategies, Business Ethics, Analytical Skills, Strategic Marketing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • D

    Duke University

    Explainable Machine Learning (XAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Generative Model Architectures, Model Evaluation, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Scientific Visualization, Deep Learning, Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks

    ★ 4.7 (27) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Adobe

    Ideate and Visualize Creative Ideas Using AI Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Visual Storytelling, Adobe Firefly, AI powered creativity, Prompt Engineering, Adobe Express, Ideation, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI, Presentations, Writing, Creativity, Storytelling, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creative Design, Design Thinking, Collaboration, Visual Design, Image Quality

    ★ 5 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • R

    Rice University

    Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Physics, electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics, Calculus, Electrical Systems, Integral Calculus, Scientific Visualization, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Inheritance and Data Structures in Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Java, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, File Management, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.6 (106) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • R

    Rice University

    Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Programs, Intercultural Competence, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Organizational Change, Human Resource Policies, Culture Transformation, Behavior Management

    ★ 4.8 (71) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Adobe

    Generative AI for Graphic Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Adobe Illustrator, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Creativity, Graphic and Visual Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic Design, Computer Graphics, Creative Design, Creative Thinking, Color Theory, Digital Design, Visual Design, Content Creation, Branding

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Coursera

    A Second Brain with Obsidian

    Skills you'll gain: Journals, Organizational Skills, Document Management, Information Architecture, Content Management, System Configuration

    ★ 3.1 (28) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Advanced Deep Learning Methods for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Healthcare Project Management, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Graph Theory, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Health Informatics, Autoencoders, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Predictive Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming

    ★ 3.6 (15) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • L

    Lund University

    Cities, Climate and Change: Pathways and Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Justice, Drive Engagement, Community Development, Social Impact, Mitigation, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Research and Design, Visionary, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Finance, Innovation, Strategic Partnership, Governance, Collaboration

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular algorithmic thinking courses

  • Generative AI: Shaping Work and Tasks: University of Michigan
  • Empreendedorismo e Inovação: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • CEO Playbook: Generative AI: Starweaver
  • Explainable Machine Learning (XAI): Duke University
  • Ideate and Visualize Creative Ideas Using AI Tools: Adobe
  • Physics 102 - Magnetic Fields and Faraday's Law: Rice University
  • Inheritance and Data Structures in Java: University of Pennsylvania
  • Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I: Rice University
  • Generative AI for Graphic Designers: Adobe
  • A Second Brain with Obsidian: Coursera

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