Algorithms

Algorithms are a set of detailed instructions or rules designed to achieve a specific outcome or solve a particular problem, often within the realm of computer programming. Coursera's algorithm catalogue guides you in understanding, constructing, and applying algorithms effectively. You'll learn about algorithmic paradigms like divide and conquer, dynamic programming, and greedy algorithms, as well as data structures that support these algorithms. Additionally, you will understand the principles of algorithm complexity, allowing you to create more efficient and effective algorithms. This knowledge will be beneficial whether you're a budding programmer, a seasoned software engineer, or someone interested in enhancing their problem-solving skills in the digital landscape.
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    Northeastern University

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Statistical Analysis, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Regression Analysis, Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Dimensionality Reduction, Complex Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Combinatorics, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Design Strategies, Network Routing, Image Analysis, Bioinformatics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Computer Science

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    Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Debugging, Software Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Web Applications, Algorithms, JSON, User Story, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Network Routing, Network Model, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Linear Algebra, Computer Science, Big Data, Python Programming, Probability & Statistics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    699 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Algorithms, Life Sciences, Data Processing, Computer Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    929 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Image Analysis, Reinforcement Learning, Forecasting, Algorithms, AWS SageMaker, Machine Learning, Text Mining, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART)

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    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Go (Programming Language), Debugging, C (Programming Language), Data Structures, C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Computer Programming, Code Review, Unit Testing, Command-Line Interface, Data-oriented programming, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computer Science, File Systems, Computational Thinking

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • EIT Digital

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Linear Algebra

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Graph Theory, Data Structures

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Database Design, Query Languages, Algorithms, Computer Programming

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