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    Master the theory of computation for understanding what can be computed. Learn about automata, formal languages, and Turing machines.

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      University of London

      Introduction to Computer Science and Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Debugging, Development Environment, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Arithmetic, Computer Literacy, Javascript, Network Security, Computer Networking, Program Development, Computer Graphics, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Computer Programming, Problem Management, Computational Thinking, General Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Problem Solving

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Computing, Ethics, and Society

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Media and Communications, Automation, Cultural Diversity, Personally Identifiable Information, Workplace inclusivity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emerging Technologies

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Technical Design, System Design and Implementation, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Embedded Systems, Digital Design, Computer Hardware, Simulations

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Foundations of Neural Networks

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Reinforcement Learning, Generative AI, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Network Architecture, Linear Algebra, Markov Model

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Mind and Machine

      Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Deductive Reasoning, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Behavioral Economics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces

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      364 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Rice University

      Fundamentals of Computing

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Probability, Computer Programming, Bioinformatics, Interactive Design, Program Development, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, User Interface (UI), Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Foundations of Autonomous Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Design, Theoretical Computer Science, System Requirements, Data Modeling, Software Systems, Verification And Validation, Simulations, Automation Engineering, Systems Analysis, Automation, System Testing, Safety Assurance, Cyber Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control Systems, Differential Equations, Computer Science, System Design and Implementation

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Graph Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Combinatorics, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Network Routing, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Number Theory and Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Key Management, Encryption, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Arithmetic, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Algebra, Python Programming

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Edinburgh

      Fundamentals of Music Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Classical Music, Musical Composition

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      The Blockchain

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Cryptography, Distributed Computing, Transaction Processing, Payment Systems, Emerging Technologies, Digital Assets, Software Systems, Computer Systems, Software Architecture, Data Integrity, Network Analysis

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Computational Social Science

      Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Wrangling, Natural Language Processing, Web Scraping, Social Sciences, Data Ethics, Databases, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Simulations, Big Data, Systems Thinking, Trend Analysis, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Research Methodologies, Machine Learning, Data Collection, Agentic systems

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular theory of computation courses

    • Introduction to Computer Science and Programming: University of London
    • Computing, Ethics, and Society: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Foundations of Neural Networks: Johns Hopkins University
    • Mind and Machine: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Fundamentals of Computing: Rice University
    • Foundations of Autonomous Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Graph Theory: University of California San Diego
    • Number Theory and Cryptography: University of California San Diego
    • Fundamentals of Music Theory: The University of Edinburgh

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