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.

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: User Story, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, UI/UX Strategy, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Mockups, Wireframing, Interaction Design, Experience Design, Usability Testing, Human Centered Design, User Centered Design, Application Design, AI literacy, Responsible AI, Prototyping
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Security Testing, Test Automation, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Test Script Development, Mobile Development Tools, Test Tools, Performance Stress Testing, Test Planning, Frontend Performance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Jetpack, Android Development, Mobile Development, Kotlin, User Interface (UI), UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Cross Platform Development, Event-Driven Programming, Animations, Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), LLM Application, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Prompt Patterns, Model Deployment, Microsoft Azure, AI Integrations, Prompt Engineering Tools, Multimodal Prompts, Token Optimization, Persona (User Experience), Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Test Case
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Diagnostic Tests, Bayesian Statistics, Combinatorics, Statistical Methods, Applied Mathematics, Data Literacy, Statistical Inference, Business Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Correlation Analysis, Fraud detection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, JSON, Query Languages, SQL, Databases, Data Access, Natural Language Processing, Database Management, Data Storage, Python Programming, Scripting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Justice, Socioeconomics, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Science, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Sustainability Standards, Innovation, Climate Change Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Test Script Development, Programming Principles, Software Testing, Data Structures, Python Programming, Program Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Debugging, Django (Web Framework), Functional Design, Package and Software Management, Cloud Hosting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Visual Storytelling, Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, AI powered creativity, Adobe Creative Cloud, Image Quality, Color Theory, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Editing, Graphics Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Design Software, Storytelling, Design, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Portfolio Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Animations, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Timelines, Graphics Software, User Interface (UI), File Management, Image Quality, Software Installation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Calendar Management, Scheduling, Productivity, Business Reporting, Financial Reporting, Analysis, Business Systems Analysis, Financial Analysis, Business Analysis, Business Systems, Job Analysis, Financial Systems, Business
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks