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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.


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Popular Algorithm Design Courses and Certifications


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    Codio

    C++: Non-Linear Data Structures

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

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Trees and Graphs: Basics

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

    Build toward a degree

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    University of Washington

    Designing Autonomous AI

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, Organizational Skills, Process Design, Artificial Intelligence, Functional Design, Goal Setting, Verification And Validation, Reinforcement Learning, Knowledge Transfer, Software Architecture, Interviewing Skills, Software Design Patterns, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Simulations, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

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

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Math for Computer Science - Logic & Set Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Theoretical Computer Science, Deductive Reasoning, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Mathematical Tools for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Computational Logic, Combinatorics, Bayesian Statistics, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Cryptography, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Encryption, Data Structures, Arithmetic, General Mathematics, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Problem Solving, Cybersecurity

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Procedural Maze Building - Unity 6 and Blender Compatible

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Integration Testing, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Mathematics for Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Computational Logic, Engineering Calculations, Trigonometry, Linear Algebra, Engineering Analysis, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Calculus, Analytical Skills, Bayesian Statistics, Differential Equations, Programming Principles, Statistical Inference, Theoretical Computer Science, Numerical Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Applied Mathematics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Python Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Data Processing, Python Programming, Software Development, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Math for Computer Science - Counting & Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Arithmetic, Advanced Mathematics, Deductive Reasoning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Mathematical Foundations for Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Database Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Data Structures, General Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Business Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular algorithm design courses

  • C++: Non-Linear Data Structures: Codio
  • C++: Linear Data Structures and Trees: Codio
  • Trees and Graphs: Basics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Designing Autonomous AI: University of Washington
  • Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Discrete Math for Computer Science - Logic & Set Theory: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Discrete Mathematical Tools for Computer Science: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Procedural Maze Building - Unity 6 and Blender Compatible: Packt
  • Mathematics for Engineering: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Python Programming Fundamentals: Duke University

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