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Problem Solving Courses

Problem solving courses can help you learn critical thinking, analytical reasoning, creative brainstorming, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in identifying root causes, evaluating solutions, and implementing effective action plans. Many courses introduce tools like flowcharts, mind mapping software, and data analysis techniques, which help you visualize problems and track progress.

Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Putting SQL to Work: The TechMart Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Report Writing, Data Cleansing, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Analytical Skills, Prompt Engineering Tools, Business Analysis, Technical Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Linux Shell Scripting: Build, Automate & Troubleshoot

    Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Commands, Unix Shell, Linux, Scripting, Linux Servers, Unix Commands, Unix, Scripting Languages, Debugging, Code Reusability, Command-Line Interface, File I/O, Programming Principles

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    Packt

    Advanced Python Features and Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, Functional Design, Memory Management, Software Documentation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Using JavaScript with AI: Enhancing Development Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, User Experience Design, User Experience, Web Applications, ChatGPT, Web Development, HTML and CSS, Application Programming Interface (API), Prompt Engineering, Real Time Data, Generative AI

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    JavaScript Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Program Development, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Web Development Tools, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD): Unit 7

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Containerization, YAML, Application Deployment, Scripting, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Physical Red Teaming

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Persona Development, Coordination, Safety and Security, Record Keeping

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Geometry and Calculus for Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Calculus, Computer Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry, Plot (Graphics), Mechanics, Computer Graphics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Functional Requirement, Physics, Graphic Design, Derivatives

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Formal Languages and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Computer Science, Formal Learning, Software Engineering, Program Development, Data Science, Technical Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze Advanced Cost Accounting Techniques Practically

    Skills you'll gain: Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Specialized Accounting, Gross Profit, Accounting Systems, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    AI & Predictive Analytics with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Random Forest Algorithm, Text Mining, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Computational Logic, Python Programming, Image Analysis, Data Science, Data Processing, Unstructured Data

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    JavaScript Mastery – Zero to Hero for Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Javascript, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Performance Tuning, Data Management, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Putting SQL to Work: The TechMart Challenge: Coursera
  • Linux Shell Scripting: Build, Automate & Troubleshoot: EDUCBA
  • Advanced Python Features and Functions: Packt
  • Using JavaScript with AI: Enhancing Development Workflows: Coursera
  • JavaScript Fundamentals: Packt
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD): Unit 7: Pearson
  • Physical Red Teaming: Packt
  • Geometry and Calculus for Computing: University of London
  • Formal Languages and Applications: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Analyze Advanced Cost Accounting Techniques Practically: EDUCBA

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