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 Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Cryptography, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Applied Mathematics, Encryption, Python Programming, Combinatorics, Advanced Mathematics, Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Design Strategies

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    871 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Princeton University

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Probability

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    1K reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Advanced Mathematics, Design Strategies, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Data Analysis, Analysis

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    231 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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
    49 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • 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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    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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    Packt

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Programming Principles, File Management, Algorithms, Simulations

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Network Routing, Network Model, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Linear Algebra, Computer Science, Big Data, Python Programming, Probability & Statistics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    700 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Business Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Project Design, Data Visualization, Presentations, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Business Analytics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Python Programming, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Scripting, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Algorithms, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    1.7K reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Google Cloud Platform, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Predictive Modeling, Algorithms, Data Processing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    484 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Markov Model, Decision Support Systems, Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, Network Analysis, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Unstructured Data, Natural Language Processing, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Test Data

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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