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      University of Leeds

      An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cryptography, Graph Theory

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      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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      University of London

      Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

      Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Virtual Reality, Game Design, Mobile Development, Agile Software Development, Animations, Data Ethics, Event-Driven Programming, Git (Version Control System), Web Applications, Version Control, Incident Response, Data Science, Graph Theory, Natural Language Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Combinatorics, Database Design, Web Development, Generative AI

      Earn a degree

      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      Dartmouth College

      Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      LearnKartS

      Git Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Software Versioning, Software Configuration Management, Collaborative Software, Software Development, Software Installation, Devops Tools, File Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Machine Learning – Modern Computer Vision & Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Development Environment, Jupyter, NumPy, Software Installation

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      NVIDIA

      Introduction to Networking

      Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Data Centers, Network Protocols, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, General Networking, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Switches, System Requirements

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      628 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      LearnKartS

      Docker Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Microservices, DevOps, Application Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Enterprise Application Management, Linux Administration, CI/CD, Virtualization, Command-Line Interface

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnKartS

      Kafka Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Server Administration

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security

      Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Hardening, Network Protocols, Cloud Security, Network Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, TCP/IP, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Cloud Computing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Board Infinity

      React Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: React.js, Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Javascript, HTML and CSS, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Web Development, User Interface (UI)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
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      Amazon Web Services

      PostgreSQL Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, SQL, Open Source Technology

      2.2
      Rating, 2.2 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science: University of Leeds
    • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: BITS Pilani
    • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: University of London
    • Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering: Dartmouth College
    • Git Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • Machine Learning – Modern Computer Vision & Generative AI: Packt
    • Introduction to Networking: NVIDIA
    • Docker Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • Kafka Fundamentals: LearnKartS
    • Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security: Google

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