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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  • Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Computer Science, Computational Thinking

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    University of London

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Computer Literacy, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Problem Management, Software Architecture, Data Storage

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Agentic systems, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Systems Design, System Requirements, Verification And Validation, Systems Architecture, Network Model, Software Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Systems Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Real-Time Operating Systems, Differential Equations, Computer Science, System Design and Implementation, Artificial Intelligence

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    Dartmouth College

    Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, C (Programming Language), Linux Commands, Linux, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Programming Principles, Computer Engineering, Linux Servers, File Systems, System Programming, Build Tools, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, Software Documentation, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Debugging

  • Heriot-Watt University

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Database Development, Database Architecture and Administration, NoSQL, Computational Logic, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Combinatorics, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Design, Big Data, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Logical Reasoning, Arithmetic, Computer Science, Data Structures, Software Engineering, Maintainability

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Graph Theory, Natural Language Processing, Logical Reasoning, Formal Learning

  • Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Content Management Systems, Web Content, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Web Development, Blogs, Social Media, Content Management, Marketing, Design, Computer Science

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    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Computer Programming, Program Development, Software Engineering, Python Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Application Design, Debugging, Computer Science, Test Planning

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    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Composure, Interpersonal Communications, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Planning, Complex Problem Solving, Algorithms, Data Structures, Stress Management, Adaptability

  • Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Program Development, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Application Development, Problem Solving, Design, Computer Science

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    University of Colorado Boulder

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

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Scripting, Computational Logic, Scripting Languages, Computer Science

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