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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.


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Popular Problem Solving Courses and Certifications


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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

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    Coursera

    Resolve Conflicts & Trace Bugs with Git

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Debugging, Software Development Tools, Problem Management, Configuration Management, Software Technical Review, Conflict Management, Root Cause Analysis, Reconciliation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Sorting Algorithms, Complexity Analysis, and Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Analysis, Analytical Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Concepts in Recursion, Backtracking, and OOP

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computational Thinking, Java, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Methodologies

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Node.js Mastery: Streams, Patterns & High-Performance Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Software Design Patterns, Node.JS, Distributed Computing, Dataflow, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Load Balancing, Software Architecture, Performance Tuning, Real Time Data, Systems Architecture, File I/O, Redis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Systems Design, Application Performance Management, Javascript, Maintainability

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Build and Evaluate a JavaScript Quiz Application

    Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Javascript, Application Design, Application Development, Data Validation, UI Components, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Drive KPI Reviews

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Business Intelligence, Tableau Software, Performance Analysis, Performance Review, Gap Analysis, Business Metrics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Business Analytics, Performance Management, Business Analysis, Presentations, Data Analysis, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Build Console Games in C: Apply Game Logic Skills

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Game Design, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computational Logic, Data Validation, Command-Line Interface, User Interface (UI), Data Structures

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Creativity, Design Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Build a C# WinForms Exhibition Visitor Entry System

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Requirements Analysis, Application Deployment, Database Design, Database Management, Business Requirements, C# (Programming Language), Application Development, Data Validation, Business Logic, UI Components, Data Access, User Interface (UI) Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Applications in Engineering Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanics, Engineering

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze Employee Data with PostgreSQL SQL Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Design, Databases, PostgreSQL, SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Data Manipulation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Fundamental Data Structures and Techniques: Packt
  • Resolve Conflicts & Trace Bugs with Git: Coursera
  • Sorting Algorithms, Complexity Analysis, and Optimization: Packt
  • Advanced Concepts in Recursion, Backtracking, and OOP: Packt
  • Node.js Mastery: Streams, Patterns & High-Performance Apps: Packt
  • Build and Evaluate a JavaScript Quiz Application: EDUCBA
  • Drive KPI Reviews: Coursera
  • Build Console Games in C: Apply Game Logic Skills: EDUCBA
  • Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Build a C# WinForms Exhibition Visitor Entry System: EDUCBA

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