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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Deductive Reasoning, Behavioral Economics, Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    184 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Data Structures, Java, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Theoretical Computer Science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    2.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Technical Communication, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Software Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Logical Reasoning, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Logic, Network Analysis, Arithmetic, Applied Machine Learning, Probability

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Algorithms, Information Privacy

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    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Program Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    2.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Program Development, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Java, Object-Relational Mapping, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Tree Maps, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Python Programming

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    180 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Operations Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    828 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Analysis, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    383 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    216 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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