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Theoretical Computer Science Courses

Theoretical computer science courses can help you learn algorithms, computational complexity, automata theory, and formal languages. You can build skills in problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, and algorithm analysis, that support tackling complex computational tasks. Many courses introduce tools like Python for algorithm implementation, LaTeX for typesetting mathematical documents, and software for simulating automata, allowing you to apply these concepts in practical scenarios.


Popular Theoretical Computer Science Courses and Certifications


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    Rice University

    Python Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Scripting, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Storage

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    892 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C++ For C Programmers, Part A

    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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    Coursera

    SketchUp: how to start modelling simple 3D objects

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Design Software, Graphical Tools, Product Design, Graphic Design

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    348 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Back-End Developer

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, C# (Programming Language), Load Balancing, Continuous Integration, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Authentications, ASP.NET, Debugging, SQL, Application Deployment, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Relational Databases, Database Management, Graph Theory, Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Data Structures

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    239 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Developing APIs with Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform

    Skills you'll gain: OAuth, API Design, Restful API, API Gateway, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud API, Continuous Deployment, CI/CD, Application Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Application Lifecycle Management, Enterprise Application Management, Security Controls, Proxy Servers, Continuous Integration, Application Security, Middleware, Software Documentation, Network Security, Application Performance Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    AWS Foundations and Core Services

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Cloud Storage, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Storage, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Solution Architecture

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Packet Switching Networks and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Network Architecture, Network Performance Management, Computer Networking, OSI Models, Local Area Networks, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    453 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Browser-based Models with TensorFlow.js

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Keras (Neural Network Library), JSON, Applied Machine Learning, Javascript, Deep Learning, Data Processing, Real Time Data, Web Applications, Machine Learning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    How To Create a Website in a Weekend! (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Web Design, WordPress, Web Language, HTML and CSS, Web Content, Web Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Responsive Web Design, Cross Platform Development, Content Management, Web Applications

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    583 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Database Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Database Management Systems, Databases, Oracle Databases, SQL, Query Languages, PostgreSQL, Systems Design

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    3.4K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Building Autonomous AI Agents

    Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, LangChain, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), LLM Application, OpenAI, Systems Integration, Tool Calling, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Restful API, Data Processing, JSON, Scalability, Data Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Securing Digital Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Vulnerability Assessments, Public Policies, Public Safety and National Security, Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction, Usability, Software Testing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    171 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Python Data Analysis: Rice University
  • C++ For C Programmers, Part A: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • SketchUp: how to start modelling simple 3D objects: Coursera
  • Microsoft Back-End Developer: Microsoft
  • Developing APIs with Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform: Google Cloud
  • AWS Foundations and Core Services: Packt
  • Packet Switching Networks and Algorithms: University of Colorado System
  • Browser-based Models with TensorFlow.js: DeepLearning.AI
  • How To Create a Website in a Weekend! (Project-Centered Course): The State University of New York
  • Database Management Essentials: University of Colorado System

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