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    Results for "computer science"

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      IoT Networking

      Skills you'll gain: Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Network Protocols, Network Routers, Network Architecture, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Planning And Design, Network Security

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Open AI for Beginners: Programmatic Prompting

      Skills you'll gain: OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Scrimba

      Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Embeddings & Vector Databases

      Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Development Environment, Text Mining, Generative AI, OpenAI, Database Management, Data Storage, Data Processing, Natural Language Processing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders

      Skills you'll gain: Psychiatry, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Mental Health, Mental and Behavioral Health, Public Health, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Policy, Neurology, Medical Science and Research, Epidemiology, Research, Pharmacology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Science and Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Sociology, Political Sciences, Experimentation, Anthropology, Economics, Demography

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      49 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Semantic Segmentation with Amazon Sagemaker

      Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Image Analysis, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Applied Machine Learning, Application Deployment, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Computer Vision

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Techniques of Design-Oriented Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Control Systems, Matlab, Engineering Analysis, Simulations, Systems Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Developing FPGA-accelerated cloud applications with SDAccel: Theory

      Skills you'll gain: Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Cloud Applications, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture, Development Environment, System Design and Implementation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build Your First GUI App With Java

      Skills you'll gain: Application Development, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Integrated Development Environments, User Interface (UI), Java, Software Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of California, Davis

      Continuous Integration

      Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, Integration Testing, DevOps, Secure Coding, Systems Integration, Software Development, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Docker (Software), Application Deployment, Development Environment, Maintainability, GitHub, Automation, Version Control, Program Development, Debugging

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Principles and Technologies of 5G Mobile Networks

      Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Network Planning And Design, Telecommunications, Cloud Engineering, Network Performance Management, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Real Time Data

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp EdTech

      React Native: Developing Android and iOS Apps

      Skills you'll gain: React Native, Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, iOS Development, Android Development, React Redux, UI Components, Development Environment, Debugging, Data Storage Technologies, Software Testing, Data Validation, Performance Tuning

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • IoT Networking: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Open AI for Beginners: Programmatic Prompting: Coursera Project Network
    • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Embeddings & Vector Databases: Scrimba
    • Cannabis, Mental Health, and Brain Disorders: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Semantic Segmentation with Amazon Sagemaker: Coursera Project Network
    • Techniques of Design-Oriented Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Developing FPGA-accelerated cloud applications with SDAccel: Theory: Politecnico di Milano
    • Build Your First GUI App With Java: Coursera Project Network
    • Continuous Integration: University of California, Davis

    Frequently Asked Questions about Computer Science

    Computer science courses on Coursera can equip you with a broad set of skills essential for technological careers:

    • Programming fundamentals in languages like Python, Java, and C++
    • Development of algorithms and data structures to solve complex problems
    • Knowledge of computer architecture and systems
    • Software engineering practices, including software development, testing, and maintenance
    • Cybersecurity principles to protect systems and data
    • Understanding of databases and data processing
    • Web development techniques for creating dynamic websites‎

    Computer science courses on Coursera are suitable for all levels:

    • Introductory courses require no prior experience and provide a foundation in the basics of computer science.
    • Intermediate courses are available for those with some foundational knowledge who seek to deepen their understanding.
    • Advanced courses cater to experienced professionals aiming to enhance specific skills or learn about the latest technological advancements.‎

    Coursera provides a range of credentials that demonstrate your expertise in computer science:

    • Professional certificates that help you prepare for industry-recognized certifications.
    • Specialized course certificates that focus on particular areas such as artificial intelligence or network security.
    • Advanced degrees from top universities in fields like computer science and information technology. ‎

    Acquiring skills in computer science through Coursera can lead to a variety of roles in the technology sector:

    • Software Developer, designing and building software solutions
    • Systems Analyst, optimizing and maintaining IT systems
    • Network Administrator, ensuring reliable network operations
    • Data Scientist, analyzing and interpreting complex datasets
    • Cybersecurity Analyst, protecting information systems from cyber threats‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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