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Problem Solving Courses

Problem solving courses can help you learn critical thinking, analytical reasoning, creative brainstorming, and decision-making strategies. You can build skills in identifying root causes, evaluating solutions, and implementing effective action plans. Many courses introduce tools like flowcharts, mind mapping software, and data analysis techniques, which help you visualize problems and track progress.


Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Learn to Code with Ruby

    Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Ruby on Rails, Debugging, Test Tools, Application Design, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, Test Case, Software Documentation, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Apple Xcode, Web Development, Software Installation, Technical Documentation, Computational Logic

    ★ 4.4 (18) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Packt

    Master Data Structures & Algo – Ace Leetcode & Blind 75+

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Variables and Nested Loops

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Classroom Management, Diversity Awareness, Computational Thinking, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Computer Programming, Brainstorming

    ★ 4.8 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Nursing Leadership: Strategy and Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Clinical Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Nursing Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Management, Leadership, Accountability, Decision Making, Leadership Development, Accountability Frameworks, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Business Planning, Collaboration, Patient Safety, Resource Allocation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python Fundamentals: Apply Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Data Processing, Data Dictionary, Computer Programming, Text Mining

    ★ 4.6 (17) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Oracle SQL Developer for Databases & Tables

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, Oracle Databases, Database Design, Data Manipulation, SQL, Relational Databases, Data Transformation, Databases, Case Studies, Query Languages, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Structures

    ★ 4.8 (16) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Packt

    Introduction to Fundamental Data Structures and Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Prompt Engineering For New Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Context Engineering, Token Optimization, Data Ethics, Fine-tuning, Large Language Modeling

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python GUI Development: Design & Build Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Software Design, User Interface (UI), Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Interactive Design, Application Design, Python Programming, Application Development

    ★ 4.4 (17) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    AI & Predictive Analytics with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Random Forest Algorithm, Text Mining, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Computational Logic, Python Programming, Image Analysis, Data Science, Data Processing, Unstructured Data

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply C++ Programming Fundamentals for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Development Environment, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Programming Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Maintainability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    SystemVerilog Tutorials: Hardware Design & Verification

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Design, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Data Structures, Electronic Hardware, Computational Logic, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Electronic Systems, System Design and Implementation, Computer Architecture, Verification And Validation, Embedded Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Code Reusability, Test Engineering, Data Synthesis, Analysis, Design, Process Optimization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

  • Learn to Code with Ruby: Packt
  • Master Data Structures & Algo – Ace Leetcode & Blind 75+: Packt
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Variables and Nested Loops: University of California San Diego
  • Nursing Leadership: Strategy and Decision-Making: Coursera
  • Python Fundamentals: Apply Data Structures: EDUCBA
  • Master Oracle SQL Developer for Databases & Tables: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Fundamental Data Structures and Techniques: Packt
  • Prompt Engineering For New Professionals: Alex Genadinik
  • Python GUI Development: Design & Build Apps: EDUCBA
  • AI & Predictive Analytics with Python: EDUCBA

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