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Algorithm Design Courses

Algorithm design courses can help you learn sorting algorithms, graph theory, dynamic programming, and complexity analysis. You can build skills in problem-solving, optimizing code efficiency, and understanding data structures like trees and hash tables. Many courses introduce tools such as Python, Java, or C++, along with frameworks for implementing algorithms, that support tasks in artificial intelligence, data analysis, and software development.

Popular Algorithm Design Courses and Certifications


  • S

    Scrimba

    Data Structures and Algorithms: Binary Search

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Theoretical Computer Science, Software Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Javascript, Computer Science, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • C

    Codio

    C++: Non-Linear Data Structures

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

    ★ 4.7 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    Data Structures and Algorithms: Merge Sort

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Computational Thinking, Software Design, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Software Development, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Problem Solving, Computer Science, Machine Learning Methods

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Algorithms on Strings

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Precision Medicine, Data Transformation, Life Sciences

    ★ 4.5 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • R

    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis, Text Mining

    ★ 4.7 (220) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    GNU Octave: Apply, Implement & Design Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Software, Software Installation, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry, Programming Principles, Functional Design, Code Reusability, Data Manipulation, Computational Logic, Linear Algebra, Arithmetic, Data Analysis, Analysis, Operations, Data Modeling, Decision Making

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Optimize and Benchmark AI Algorithms for Speed

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Performance Tuning, Performance Stress Testing, Model Optimization, Algorithms, Performance Analysis, Performance Metric, Memory Management, Theoretical Computer Science

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Practical Steps for Building Fair AI Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Algorithms, LLM Application, Predictive Modeling, AI literacy, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, Decision Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Record Keeping, Data Collection, Diversity Awareness, Health Equity, Model Evaluation, Case Studies

    ★ 4.8 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • É

    École normale supérieure

    Approximation Algorithms Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Operations Research, Graph Theory, Applied Mathematics, Model Optimization, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Network Model, Probability, Probability & Statistics

    ★ 4.7 (48) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Optimize Agentic AI: Algorithms for Peak Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Performance Tuning, Agentic Workflows, Proposal Development, Agentic systems, Performance Testing, Computational Thinking, Tool Calling, Performance Analysis, Computational Logic

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Codio

    C++: Linear Data Structures and Trees

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

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Design, Compare and Analyze LLM Architectures

    Skills you'll gain: Diagram Design, Unified Modeling Language, Cloud Deployment, Model Deployment, Information Privacy, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Programming Interface (API), Data Pipelines, Feature Engineering, Cost Management, Performance Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular algorithm design courses

  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Binary Search: Scrimba
  • C++: Non-Linear Data Structures: Codio
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Merge Sort: Scrimba
  • Algorithms on Strings: University of California San Diego
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2): Rice University
  • GNU Octave: Apply, Implement & Design Functions: EDUCBA
  • Optimize and Benchmark AI Algorithms for Speed: Coursera
  • Practical Steps for Building Fair AI Algorithms: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Approximation Algorithms Part II: École normale supérieure
  • Optimize Agentic AI: Algorithms for Peak Performance: Coursera

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