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    Learn algorithm design for solving complex computational problems. Understand data structures, recursion, and optimization techniques.

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Verification And Validation, Advanced Mathematics, Estimation

      4.9
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      333 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build Your Portfolio Website with HTML and CSS

      Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Hosting, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, GitHub, Web Servers, Web Content

      4.5
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Vanderbilt University

      Java for Android

      Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Debugging, Algorithms

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Scalable Machine Learning on Big Data using Apache Spark

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, PySpark, Applied Machine Learning, Big Data, Machine Learning Methods, Data Storage, Data Pipelines, Machine Learning Algorithms, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Concurrency in Go

      Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Algorithms, OS Process Management, System Programming, Operating Systems, Computer Architecture

      4.7
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      770 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Peking University

      C++程序设计

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

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      812 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Database Structures and Management with MySQL

      Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, Stored Procedure, Database Design, Database Systems, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Development, Query Languages, Data Integrity, Data Validation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      515 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EIT Digital

      Embedded Hardware and Operating Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Operating Systems, Real-Time Operating Systems, Wireless Networks, System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Simulations, C (Programming Language), Network Protocols

      4.1
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      625 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Programming for the Internet of Things Project

      Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Functional Requirement, Systems Design, Requirements Analysis, System Design and Implementation, Internet Of Things, Prototyping, Computer Hardware

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      940 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft Data Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Ethics, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Extract, Transform, Load, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Architecture, Correlation Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Database Design, Statistical Visualization

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Davis

      Data Visualization with Tableau Project

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Proposal Development, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Target Audience

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      571 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      3D CAD Application

      Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Construction, Building Design, Architectural Drawing, Architecture and Construction, Computer-Aided Design

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular algorithm design courses

    • Kinematics: Describing the Motions of Spacecraft: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Build Your Portfolio Website with HTML and CSS: Coursera Project Network
    • Java for Android: Vanderbilt University
    • Scalable Machine Learning on Big Data using Apache Spark: IBM
    • Concurrency in Go: University of California, Irvine
    • C++程序设计: Peking University
    • Database Structures and Management with MySQL: Meta
    • Embedded Hardware and Operating Systems: EIT Digital
    • Programming for the Internet of Things Project: University of California, Irvine
    • Microsoft Data Visualization: Microsoft

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