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Parallel Computing Courses

Parallel computing courses can help you learn about distributed systems, concurrency, and performance optimization techniques. You can build skills in task scheduling, load balancing, and debugging parallel applications. Many courses introduce tools like MPI (Message Passing Interface) and OpenMP, that support implementing parallel algorithms and enhancing computational efficiency.


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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    MIPS Computer Architecture and Performance Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Engineering, Software Architecture, System Programming, Application Performance Management, Data Pipelines, File Systems, Cloud Platforms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Blockchain Scalability and its Foundations in Distributed Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Distributed Computing, Security Engineering, Network Security, Scalability, Cryptography, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing, Algorithms

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Introduction to Quantum Information

    Skills you'll gain: Emerging Technologies, Digital Communications, Theoretical Computer Science, Cryptography, Linear Algebra, Computational Thinking, Information Technology, Physics, Mathematical Modeling

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    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Science and Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Debugging, Development Environment, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Arithmetic, Computer Literacy, Javascript, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computer Programming Tools, Applied Mathematics, Computer Graphics, Web Design and Development, Software Development Tools, Cybersecurity, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, General Mathematics, Problem Solving

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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Digital pedagogy, Program Development, Technical Communication, Computer Programming, Education Software and Technology, Event-Driven Programming, Code Review, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Software Documentation, Brainstorming, Data Structures, Student Engagement, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Game Design

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Functional Programming in Scala

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Apache Spark, User Interface (UI), Distributed Computing, Programming Principles, Big Data, Data Processing, Software Design, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Functional Design, Data Manipulation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Heat Maps, Interactive Data Visualization, Computer Programming, Real Time Data, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Geospatial Information and Technology, Performance Tuning

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computing, Ethics, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Social Impact, Media and Communications, Automation, Robotics, Cultural Diversity, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emerging Technologies

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Parallel Programming with CUDA

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Data-oriented programming, System Programming, C and C++, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Development Environment, Debugging

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Network Infrastructure, Microsoft Azure, Firewall, Computer Networking, Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, Virtual Machines, Network Monitoring, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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    Coursera

    OpenCL Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, C++ (Programming Language), System Programming, Computer Architecture, Cross Platform Development, Hardware Architecture, C (Programming Language), Application Performance Management, Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Edge Computing Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Network Security, Internet Of Things, Infrastructure Security, Communication Systems, Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Architecture, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, Hardware Architecture, Distributed Computing, Information Privacy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), System Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture, Data Access, Program Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Hardware, Development Environment

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular parallel computing courses

  • MIPS Computer Architecture and Performance Optimization: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Blockchain Scalability and its Foundations in Distributed Systems: The University of Sydney
  • Introduction to Quantum Information: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Introduction to Computer Science and Programming: University of London
  • Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
  • Functional Programming in Scala: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Computing, Ethics, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Parallel Programming with CUDA: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Networking and Cloud Computing: Microsoft
  • OpenCL Programming: Coursera

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