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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Mind and Machine

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Deductive Reasoning, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Behavioral Economics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces

      4.4
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Parallel Computing with MPI

      Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Data Sharing, Communication Systems

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Applied Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Data Integrity, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Authentications, Data Security, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Digital Communications, Information Architecture

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      876 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Computing, Ethics, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Media and Communications, Automation, Cultural Diversity, Personally Identifiable Information, Workplace inclusivity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emerging Technologies

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Fundamentals of Computer Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Data Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Data Encryption Standard, Penetration Testing, Network Security, Information Assurance, Encryption, Risk Management Framework, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Vulnerability Scanning, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Exploitation techniques

      4
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      584 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Glasgow

      Computational Thinking with JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, JSON, Application Deployment, Data Structures, Javascript, Application Development, HTML and CSS, Data Analysis, Code Review, Software Development, Data Visualization Software, Web Development, Scripting, Prototyping, Data Processing, Programming Principles, Unsupervised Learning, Front-End Web Development, Data Science, Computer Programming

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Student Engagement, Technical Communication, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Education Software and Technology, Animation and Game Design, Code Review, Object Oriented Design, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Computer Science, Software Documentation, Brainstorming, Data Structures, Development Environment

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Computational Social Science Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Network Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Simulations, Big Data, Scientific Methods

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations of Neural Networks

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Reinforcement Learning, Generative AI, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Network Architecture, Linear Algebra, Markov Model

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Statistical Methods for Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Combinatorics, Bayesian Network, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, R (Software), Probability, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Social Network Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Simulations, Data Science

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Programming Principles, Data Management, Computational Thinking, Tree Maps, Data Manipulation, C and C++, Software Design, Analysis, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Data Structures and Algorithms: The Complete Masterclass

      Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Python Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Machine Learning Algorithms, Computational Thinking, C++ (Programming Language), Data Architecture, Problem Solving, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Random Forest Algorithm, Program Development, Network Analysis, Debugging

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Mind and Machine: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Parallel Computing with MPI: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Applied Cryptography: University of Colorado System
    • Computing, Ethics, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Fundamentals of Computer Network Security: University of Colorado System
    • Computational Thinking with JavaScript: University of Glasgow
    • Computational Thinking & Block Programming in K-12 Education: University of California San Diego
    • Computational Social Science Methods: University of California, Davis
    • Foundations of Neural Networks: Johns Hopkins University
    • Statistical Methods for Computer Science: Johns Hopkins University

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