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    Develop algorithmic thinking to approach and solve problems systematically. Learn to design efficient algorithms and analyze their complexity.

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      EIT Digital

      I/O-efficient algorithms

      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
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      60 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Scrimba

      The Binary Search Algorithm

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Development, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Javascript, Computer Science, Web Development

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Java: Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Java, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Abstraction, Methods, and Lists

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Debugging, Programming Principles, Technical Communication, Computer Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Program Development, Data Structures, Algorithms, Student Engagement, Graphical Tools

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Approximation Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Linear Algebra

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Introduction to Machine Learning and Algorithmic Bias

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Governance, Data Ethics, Data Processing, Risk Mitigation, Algorithms, AI Product Strategy, Business Ethics, Data Governance, Data Collection, Regulatory Requirements, Business, Analytical Skills, Business Strategy, Business Planning

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers

      Skills you'll gain: Simulations, C (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Automation, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, File Management, Debugging

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Machine Learning for Engineers: Algorithms and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Statistical Analysis, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Regression Analysis, Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Dimensionality Reduction, Complex Problem Solving

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado System

      Data Analysis and Representation, Selection and Iteration

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Analysis, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization Software

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      93 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Glasgow

      Computational Thinking with Javascript 1: Draw & Animate

      Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Javascript, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Animations, Debugging, Scripting Languages

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      70+ JavaScript Challenges - Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Javascript, Pseudocode, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Advanced Data Structures and Algorithms

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Performance Tuning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular algorithmic thinking courses

    • I/O-efficient algorithms: EIT Digital
    • The Binary Search Algorithm: Scrimba
    • Java: Algorithms: Codio
    • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Abstraction, Methods, and Lists: University of California San Diego
    • Approximation Algorithms: EIT Digital
    • Introduction to Machine Learning and Algorithmic Bias: Northeastern University
    • Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers: University of Colorado System
    • Machine Learning for Engineers: Algorithms and Applications: Northeastern University
    • Data Analysis and Representation, Selection and Iteration: University of Colorado System
    • Computational Thinking with Javascript 1: Draw & Animate: University of Glasgow

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