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    Study theoretical computer science for foundational knowledge. Learn about algorithms, complexity theory, and computational models.

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      Multiple educators

      Object Oriented Programming in Java

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Development Testing, User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning, Encryption, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Software Design, Problem Solving

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Practical Quantum Computing with IBM Qiskit for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: IBM Cloud, Cryptography, Algorithms, Python Programming, Linear Algebra, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Theoretical Computer Science, Emerging Technologies, Test Case, Jupyter, Physics, Simulations, Software Installation, Debugging, Development Environment

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Codio

      Java Basics: Selection and Iteration

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java Programming, Java, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Data Structures, Data Storage

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Python Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Scripting, Computer Science

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks

      Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Enterprise Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Detection, Information Assurance, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Auditing, Compliance Auditing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Princeton University

      Алгоритмы, часть I

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Java, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Testing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      81 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      Packt

      Crash Course on Embedded C Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Software Installation, Debugging

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Basic Game Development with Levels using Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Program Development, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Application Development, Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Design, Computer Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      136 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Verification and Synthesis of Autonomous Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Verification And Validation, Computational Logic, Theoretical Computer Science, Automation, Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Real-Time Operating Systems, Algorithms

      Build toward a degree

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Razonamiento artificial

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Computational Logic, Markov Model, Theoretical Computer Science, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Probability, Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      MAYA Architecture - Shaders and Textures

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphic Techniques

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Maryland, College Park

      Cybersecurity for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Infrastructure Security, Telecommunications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Threat Detection, Enterprise Security, Security Awareness, General Networking, Data Security, Vulnerability, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Political Sciences

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular theoretical computer science courses

    • Object Oriented Programming in Java: Duke University
    • Practical Quantum Computing with IBM Qiskit for Beginners: Packt
    • Java Basics: Selection and Iteration: Codio
    • Python Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects: Codio
    • Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks: Google
    • Алгоритмы, часть I: Princeton University
    • Crash Course on Embedded C Programming: Packt
    • Basic Game Development with Levels using Scratch: Coursera Project Network
    • Verification and Synthesis of Autonomous Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Razonamiento artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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