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  • Status: New
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Exploitation techniques, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Unix, Computer Security, Network Monitoring, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cryptographic Protocols, Network Protocols, Cryptography, Security Awareness, Generative AI Agents, Server Side, Web Applications, Machine Learning Algorithms

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Program Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Linear Algebra, Microsoft Excel, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Data Manipulation

    Build toward a degree

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Unix and Windows

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Unix, Computer Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Unix Commands, System Programming, Shell Script, Linux, Debugging, Computer Architecture

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    BITS Pilani

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, User Research, Probability & Statistics, Data Storytelling, Bash (Scripting Language), Graph Theory, Object Oriented Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Operating Systems, Android Development, Database Design, Encryption, Bioinformatics, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, TCP/IP, Version Control, Java Programming, Data Structures, Model View Controller

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    Peking University

    计算机组成 Computer Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Systems, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage, Computer Hardware, Peripheral Devices, Operating Systems, Systems Architecture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    483 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
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    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    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

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    233 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Development Environment, Javascript, Program Development, Computer Graphics, Computer Programming, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Human Computer Interaction, Data Management, Animations

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    918 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success

    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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to Computing Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Computer Engineering, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Systems Architecture, Computer Hardware, Embedded Systems, Algorithms

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, Software Testing, Applied Mathematics, Debugging, Algorithms, Python Programming, Game Design, Simulations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    584 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Project Network

    تعلّم أساسيات نظام التشغيل لينكس

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, File Management, Linux Commands, Ubuntu, User Accounts, Operating System Administration, Linux Administration, Command-Line Interface, File Systems, Authorization (Computing)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Security and Ethical Hacking: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science: University of California San Diego
  • Introduction to Computer Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking Unix and Windows : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: BITS Pilani
  • 计算机组成 Computer Organization: Peking University
  • Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Introduction to Computer Programming : University of London
  • Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Introduction to Computing Systems: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

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