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Results for "computer science: programming with a purpose"

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    Duke University

    Pandas for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Query Languages, Data Integration, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Debugging

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Composure, Interpersonal Communications, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Planning, Complex Problem Solving, Algorithms, Data Structures, Stress Management, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    International Foundation Programme for Computer Science (IFP)

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    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, User Story, SQL, New Product Development, Real-Time Operating Systems, Model Based Systems Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Sustainable Business, Data Mining, Delegation Skills, Sampling (Statistics), Supplier Management, Failure Analysis, Accountability, Data Ethics, Sustainability Reporting, Goal Setting, Proposal Writing, Generative AI

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • Status: Free
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    Coursera Project Network

    Data Science Coding Challenge: Loan Default Prediction

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Data Analysis, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    103 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Edureka

    Programming with Golang

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Web Development, Computer Programming, Program Development, Software Development Tools

    2.6
    Rating, 2.6 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Purpose at Work: A Course for Employees and Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Team Motivation, Culture Transformation, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Self-Awareness, Stress Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    C# Programming for Unity Game Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Game Design, Software Design Patterns, Computer Programming, Data Management, Event-Driven Programming, Data Structures, Application Design, Computational Thinking, Data Storage, Application Development, Software Design, Programming Principles, Program Development, UI Components, Scripting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera Project Network

    Getting Started with R

    Skills you'll gain: R (Software), Data Import/Export, Package and Software Management, R Programming, Data Structures, Data-oriented programming, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Data Science

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    383 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Histogram, Functional Design, Package and Software Management, Data Import/Export, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Science, Software Engineering

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    297 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Programming with Rust

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Application Programming Interface (API), Server Side, Back-End Web Development, System Programming, Web Frameworks, Web Development, Web Servers, Scalability, Maintainability, Secure Coding, Debugging, Application Development, Authentications, Authorization (Computing)

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Simplilearn

    Programming with C#

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Restful API, Unity Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), .NET Framework, C++ (Programming Language), Video Game Development, ASP.NET, Object-Relational Mapping, Software Engineering, Web Services, Application Development, Software Design Patterns, Database Management, Programming Principles, C (Programming Language)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer science: programming with a purpose courses

  • Pandas for Data Science: Duke University
  • Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success: Coursera Instructor Network
  • International Foundation Programme for Computer Science (IFP): University of London
  • Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Science Coding Challenge: Loan Default Prediction: Coursera Project Network
  • Programming with Golang: Edureka
  • Purpose at Work: A Course for Employees and Leaders: University of Michigan
  • C# Programming for Unity Game Development: University of Colorado System
  • Getting Started with R: Coursera Project Network
  • Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming: University of Colorado Boulder

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