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    Develop algorithmic thinking to approach and solve problems systematically. Learn to design efficient algorithms and analyze their complexity.

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      University of Colorado System

      Data Analysis and Representation, Selection and Iteration

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Program Development, Debugging

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Data Processing and Optimization with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Quality, Data Synthesis, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Data Validation, Data Integrity, Information Privacy

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The University of Hong Kong

      Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens

      Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Media and Communications, Analytical Skills, Literacy, Research, Trustworthiness, Digital Communications, Reliability, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      235 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Molecular Biology, Programming Principles, Program Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      346 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      C++ For C Programmers, Part B

      Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Debugging, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures, Game Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      327 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of London

      International Business Environment

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Planning, Product Lifecycle Management, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Market Share, Business, Business Analysis, Product Strategy, Analysis, Business Modeling, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      383 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Columbia University

      First Principles of Computer Vision

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Photography, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Virtual Reality, Medical Imaging, Unsupervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Dimensionality Reduction, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Algorithms, Display Devices, Mathematical Modeling, Color Theory, Algorithms, Estimation, Electronic Components, Automation Engineering

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Control Systems Analysis: Modeling of Dynamic Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Systems Design, Differential Equations, Systems Analysis, Process Control, Systems Thinking, Performance Testing, Automation Engineering, Mechanics, Electrical Systems, Applied Mathematics

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      90 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fractal Analytics

      Coding with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Artificial Neural Networks, Debugging, Python Programming, Program Development, Computer Programming, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Critical Thinking

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Stanford University

      Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Statistical Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Markov Model, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Graph Theory, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      303 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      3D Printing Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Industrial Design, Design Thinking, Manufacturing and Production, Product Design, Prototyping, Innovation, Education and Training, Product Development, Community Development

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      679 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Public Health Perspectives on Sustainable Diets

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Environment, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Environmental Resource Management, Health Systems, Environmental Science, Systems Thinking, Social Justice, Waste Minimization, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Policy Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular algorithmic thinking courses

    • Data Analysis and Representation, Selection and Iteration: University of Colorado System
    • Data Processing and Optimization with Generative AI: Microsoft
    • Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens: The University of Hong Kong
    • Genome Assembly Programming Challenge: University of California San Diego
    • C++ For C Programmers, Part B: University of California, Santa Cruz
    • International Business Environment: University of London
    • First Principles of Computer Vision: Columbia University
    • Control Systems Analysis: Modeling of Dynamic Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Coding with Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
    • Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning: Stanford University

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