Theoretical Computer Science

Theoretical Computer Science is a discipline that deals with the abstract and mathematical aspects of computing. Coursera's Theoretical Computer Science catalogue provides an in-depth understanding of fundamental concepts such as automata theory, formal languages, complexity theory, and algorithms. You'll learn to reason mathematically about computation, design efficient algorithms, and comprehend the inherent limitations of computation. This understanding will enhance your abilities as a computer scientist, software engineer, data analyst, or anyone interested in the theoretical foundation of information and computation.
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Systems Architecture, Software Design, Verification And Validation, Systems Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Communication Systems, Simulations, Algorithms, Safety and Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Princeton University

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Java, Performance Testing, Computer Programming, Java Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Deductive Reasoning, Behavioral Economics, Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    183 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Data Store, NoSQL, Operating Systems, Apache Cassandra, Cloud Computing, Systems Design, Apache Hadoop, Database Theory, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Scalability, C++ (Programming Language), Network Protocols

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Operations Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    827 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence

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    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    88 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computer Hardware, Cryptography, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Emerging Technologies, Technical Documentation, Theoretical Computer Science, Linear Algebra, Simulations

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Design Strategies, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Data Analysis, Analysis

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    226 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Princeton University

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Java, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Simulations, Performance Testing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    81 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • EIT Digital

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Dataflow, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Systems Analysis, Performance Testing, Embedded Systems, Graph Theory, Technical Communication

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    44 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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