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    IBM

    Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Jupyter, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, Pandas (Python Package), Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Methods, Web Scraping, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, Data Import/Export, Data Science, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Science and Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Debugging, Development Environment, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Arithmetic, Computer Literacy, Javascript, Network Security, Computer Networking, Program Development, Computer Graphics, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Computer Programming, Problem Management, Computational Thinking, General Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

    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, Tree Maps, Encryption, Python Programming, Combinatorics, Advanced Mathematics, Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

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

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    Pearson

    Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Transformation, Data Integration, Web Scraping, Data Pipelines, JSON, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Modeling, Application Programming Interface (API), Relational Databases

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistical Learning for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Science, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, R Programming, Statistical Inference, Statistical Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, Random Forest Algorithm, Sampling (Statistics)

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Game Design, Full-Stack Web Development, Mobile Development, Human Computer Interaction, Agile Software Development, Animations, Data Ethics, Event-Driven Programming, Git (Version Control System), Web Applications, Incident Response, Data Science, Natural Language Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Combinatorics, Database Design, Web Development, Generative AI, Usability Testing

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    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    University of Minnesota

    Information​ ​Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Cybersecurity, Business Requirements, Business Systems, Cloud Computing, IT Management, Supply Chain Systems, Change Management, Business Technologies, Information Technology, Organizational Change, Technology Strategies, System Implementation, User Requirements Documents, Technology Solutions, Project Management, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Data Science Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Data Ethics, Predictive Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Predictive Analytics, Data Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Regression Analysis, Data Mining, Data Strategy, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Social Media, Text Mining, Anomaly Detection, Business Analytics, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Modeling, Cloud Computing

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    BITS Pilani

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Relational Databases, User Research, Probability & Statistics, Data Storytelling, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Design, Operating Systems, Android Development, Database Design, Encryption, Bioinformatics, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, TCP/IP, Version Control, Java Programming, Data Structures, Model View Controller

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    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    Multiple educators

    Data Science Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Pseudocode, Jupyter, Algorithms, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Pandas (Python Package), Correlation Analysis, Web Scraping, NumPy, Data Import/Export, Probability & Statistics, Programming Principles, Predictive Modeling, Big Data, Computer Programming Tools, Data Science, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning, Project Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Database Design, Query Languages, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science

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    Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IIT Guwahati

    Bachelor of Science in Data Science & AI

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Relational Databases, Data Structures, Linear Algebra, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Warehousing, Database Management, Data Visualization, Social Network Analysis, Algorithms, Oral Comprehension, Java Programming, Portfolio Management, Deep Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Matplotlib, Econometrics, R Programming, Pivot Tables And Charts

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    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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

  • Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL: IBM
  • Introduction to Computer Science and Programming: University of London
  • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Science Fundamentals Part 1: Unit 2: Pearson
  • Statistical Learning for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: University of London
  • Information​ ​Systems: University of Minnesota
  • Data Science Fundamentals: University of California, Irvine
  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science: BITS Pilani
  • Data Science Foundations: IBM

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