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    Study theoretical computer science for foundational knowledge. Learn about algorithms, complexity theory, and computational models.

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      Copenhagen Business School

      AI and the Illusion of Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Theoretical Computer Science, Statistical Machine Learning, OpenAI, Human Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Generative AI, Computational Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Emerging Technologies

      4.7
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Core Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Spring Framework, Java, Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Software Design, Software Installation, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Program Development, Virtual Machines, Web Development, Debugging, Package and Software Management, Data Structures, File Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Python Mastery: Core Concepts, Data Structures & OOP

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Data Dictionary, Computer Programming, File Systems, Data Structures, Debugging, Computational Logic, Command-Line Interface, Data Cleansing, Software Design Patterns, Functional Design, Scripting, Operating Systems, Development Environment, Computational Thinking, Data Manipulation, User Interface (UI)

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

      Programming with CSS, Javascript and HTML

      Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Server Side, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Java for Beginners: Hands-On Course with Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Design, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, File Management, Data Structures

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Advanced Unity Projects: RPG, Level Design & VFX

      Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Unity Engine, Game Design, Animations, Computer Graphics, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Performance Tuning, Software Design, C# (Programming Language), Scripting, Performance Testing, Linear Algebra, Design Elements And Principles, Data Structures, Computational Logic

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Skillshare

      3D Animation in Unreal Engine: Create an Original Character

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Virtual Environment, User Interface (UI)

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

      Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Computational Thinking, HTML and CSS, Interactive Design, Web Development, Web Design, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Image Analysis, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Debugging

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Codio

      Getting Started with Generative AI API

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Animations, Natural Language Processing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Graphics, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Graphic and Visual Design, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Computer Science

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond

      Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Growth Mindedness, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Network Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Technical Communication, Development Testing, User Interface (UI), Software Testing, Computer Programming, Adaptability, Object Oriented Design, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Unity: Master Procedural Fractal & Spline Design

      Skills you'll gain: Animations, Unity Engine, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Software Design Patterns, Game Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Performance Management, Software Development Tools, Software Design, Computer Graphics, Performance Tuning, Scripting

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modern AI Models for Vision and Multimodal Understanding

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • AI and the Illusion of Intelligence: Copenhagen Business School
    • Core Java: LearnQuest
    • Python Mastery: Core Concepts, Data Structures & OOP: EDUCBA
    • Programming with CSS, Javascript and HTML: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
    • Java for Beginners: Hands-On Course with Capstone Project: Packt
    • Advanced Unity Projects: RPG, Level Design & VFX: EDUCBA
    • 3D Animation in Unreal Engine: Create an Original Character: Skillshare
    • Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Duke University
    • Getting Started with Generative AI API: Codio
    • Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond: University of California San Diego

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