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    Learn algorithm design for solving complex computational problems. Understand data structures, recursion, and optimization techniques.

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      Microsoft

      Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Algorithms, Back-End Web Development, Pseudocode, C# (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Server Side, Scalability

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Engineering Practices, Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Mathematics, Artificial Neural Networks

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Algorithms for Battery Management Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Electrical Safety, Electrical Systems, High Voltage, Simulations, Safety Standards, Electronic Components, Control Systems, Electrical Power, Electrical Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Power Electronics, Mathematical Modeling, Probability, Electronic Systems, Matlab, Statistical Methods, Analytical Testing, Simulation and Simulation Software, Numerical Analysis

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Design of Experiments

      Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Sample Size Determination, Research Design, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Modeling, Design Strategies, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Analysis, Data Transformation, Descriptive Statistics, Probability Distribution, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Variance Analysis, Data Analysis, Quality Control

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      371 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Program Structure and Algorithms Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Theoretical Computer Science, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Probability, Probability & Statistics

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Northeastern University

      Program Structure and Algorithms Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Performance Tuning

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Algorithm Alchemy: Unlocking the Secrets of Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain:

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Tsinghua University

      Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Database Design, Query Languages, Computer Programming, Computer Science

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      Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Algorithmic Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Python Programming

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Scrimba

      JavaScript Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Computer Programming, Software Development, Software Engineering, Data Structures, Problem Solving, Pseudocode, Computer Science, Javascript, Web Development, Machine Learning Methods, Data Science

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Dynamic Programming, Greedy Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Python Programming, Program Development, Analysis, Data Analysis

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Cryptography, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Probability & Statistics, Data Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular algorithm design courses

    • Data Structures and Algorithms: Microsoft
    • Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations: University of Glasgow
    • Algorithms for Battery Management Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Design of Experiments: Arizona State University
    • Program Structure and Algorithms Part 2: Northeastern University
    • Program Structure and Algorithms Part 1: Northeastern University
    • Algorithm Alchemy: Unlocking the Secrets of Machine Learning: Packt
    • Data Structures and Algorithms: Tsinghua University
    • Algorithmic Problem Solving: Packt
    • JavaScript Algorithms: Scrimba

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