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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    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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    Peking University

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Graph Theory, Spatial Data Analysis, Logical Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Algebra, Computer Science, Information Technology, Informatics, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    281 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 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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    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, System Programming, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, Software Architecture, Algorithms, Software Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Graphics

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    529 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computational Logic, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Algebra, Physics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Authentications, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Data Integrity, Probability, Computer Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Artificial Intelligence, Simulations, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Logical Reasoning, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Game Theory

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    319 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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, Image Quality, File Management, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Generative AI Agents, Application Development, Code Review, Python Programming, Computer Science

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    31 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Coursera Project Network

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    137 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Vanderbilt University

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Distributed Computing, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Networking, Data Structures, Natural Language Processing, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Beginner · 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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    Codio

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Data Structures, File Management, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Data Storage

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    234 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks