Computer Science

Computer Science is a discipline that involves the understanding and design of computers and computational processes. Coursera's Computer Science catalogue provides comprehensive knowledge of how computer systems work, from the basic elements of hardware and software to the complex networks that make up the internet. You'll learn about data structures, algorithms, computer architecture, operating systems, and various programming languages. Further, you'll grasp the principles of machine learning and artificial intelligence, and understand the ethical and legal implications of these technologies. This skill set can enable you to become an effective software engineer, data scientist, system analyst, or IT manager.
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    Clemson University

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Probability, Design Strategies, Analysis, Performance Testing, Scalability

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    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Skills you'll gain: Workforce Planning, Professional Networking, Computer Science, LinkedIn, Talent Sourcing, Technology Strategies, Recruitment, Adaptability, Information Technology, Branding, Continuous Improvement Process, Software Development, Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

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

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Application Performance Management, LLM Application, Image Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), Multimodal Prompts, Animations, Tool Calling, Image Quality, File Management, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Generative AI Agents, Application Development, Python Programming, Computer Science

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    31 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Solution Design, Problem Solving, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Python Programming, Programming Principles, System Programming, Computer Programming, Unix, Computer Science

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    79 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    956 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

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

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    251 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Graph Theory, Object Oriented Design, Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Architecture, Query Languages, Theoretical Computer Science, Web Analytics and SEO, Software Engineering, Software Design, Data Storage, Database Systems

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    2.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mapping, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Real-Time Operating Systems, Global Positioning Systems, Simulations, Image Analysis, Computer Science, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Python Programming

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Data Validation, Maintainability, Computer Science

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks