Computational thinking courses can help you learn problem decomposition, pattern recognition, algorithmic design, and abstraction techniques. You can build skills in logical reasoning, data analysis, and effective solution development across various applications, from programming to data science. Many courses introduce tools like Python, Scratch, and various simulation software, demonstrating how these skills can be applied to solve complex problems in fields such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and software development.

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, User Feedback, Business Strategy, Creative Thinking, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Competitive Analysis, Resource Management, Presentations, Customer Insights
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Applications, Bioinformatics, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Computing, Algorithms, Development Environment, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Classification Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Vision Transformer (ViT), Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Embeddings, Data Preprocessing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, NumPy, Supervised Learning, Pandas (Python Package)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Environment, Systems Thinking, Cultural Sensitivity, Geographic Information Systems, Climate Change Adaptation, Hydrology, Environmental Monitoring, International Relations, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Biology, Scientific Methods, Physics, Research, Data Collection, Chemistry
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Matplotlib, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Interpersonal Communications, Creativity, Personal Development, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Branding, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Reliability, Productivity, Communication, Graphic Design, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Computational Thinking, Software Design, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Development, Data Structures, Problem Solving, Computer Science, Machine Learning Methods
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Leadership, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Communication, Critical Thinking, Team Building, Persuasive Communication, Decision Making, Relationship Building, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Scripting, Event-Driven Programming, Computational Logic, Maintainability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Debugging, Web Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, New Business Development, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Finance, New Product Development, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Value Propositions
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Markov Model, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Failure Analysis, Biological Engineering, Hazard Analysis, Simulations, Chemical Engineering, Model Evaluation, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Probability
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months