Algorithms

Algorithms are a set of detailed instructions or rules designed to achieve a specific outcome or solve a particular problem, often within the realm of computer programming. Coursera's algorithm catalogue guides you in understanding, constructing, and applying algorithms effectively. You'll learn about algorithmic paradigms like divide and conquer, dynamic programming, and greedy algorithms, as well as data structures that support these algorithms. Additionally, you will understand the principles of algorithm complexity, allowing you to create more efficient and effective algorithms. This knowledge will be beneficial whether you're a budding programmer, a seasoned software engineer, or someone interested in enhancing their problem-solving skills in the digital landscape.
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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Code Review, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Command-Line Interface, Data-oriented programming, Programming Principles, Graph Theory, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Integrated Development Environments, Software Technical Review, Game Design

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Combinatorics, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming

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    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    47 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Performance Tuning

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École normale supérieure

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Probability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    555 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C (Programming Language), Graph Theory, Program Development, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Data Storage, Pseudocode, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Management, Computer Science, Application Development, Software Design, Computer Architecture, Software Engineering, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Graph Theory, Development Environment, Data Storage, Engineering Software, Unstructured Data, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Data Storage Technologies, Debugging, Program Development, Database Systems, Database Theory, Network Routing, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Data Structures, Program Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Data Structures, Algorithms, Encryption, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Storage Technologies, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Arithmetic

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    37 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    6.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Theoretical Computer Science, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Probability, Probability & Statistics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • EIT Digital

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage Technologies, Algorithms, Graph Theory, File Systems, Data Access, Performance Tuning, Computer Hardware

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    60 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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