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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

    Data Structures in JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Programming, Data Access, Data Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Intermediate JavaScript & Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Frontend Performance, Scripting, Front-End Web Development, Real Time Data, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Maintainability, Performance Tuning, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Drive KPI Reviews

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Reporting, Business Intelligence, Tableau Software, Performance Analysis, Performance Review, Gap Analysis, Performance Metric, Business Metrics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Performance Management, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Presentations, Data Analysis, Accountability, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Build a C++ Employee Payroll Project from Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Application Development, Object Oriented Design, Application Design, Program Development, Code Reusability, Business Logic, User Interface (UI), Data Entry, Command-Line Interface

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Data Structures & Algorithms in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming, Model Optimization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Houdini Dynamics & Cloth: Simulate Cinematic FX

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Post-Production, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Breakage Control, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, Animations, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Simulations, AI Workflows, Production Line, Model Optimization, Behavior-Driven Development, Manufacturing and Production, Course Development, Scripting, Learning Management Systems

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze Employee Performance Using Excel Pivot Tables

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Case Studies, People Analytics, Performance Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Variance Analysis, Trend Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Business Analysis, Performance Metric, Compensation Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Descriptive Analytics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Become An Ethereum Blockchain Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Secure Coding, Application Deployment, Development Testing, Transaction Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Machine Learning with Python: Case Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Feature Engineering, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, Risk Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Methods, Predictive Analytics, Credit Risk, Supervised Learning, Statistical Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Logistic Regression

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    NumPy & Pandas: Analyze & Manage Retail Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Pivot Tables And Charts, Business Reporting, Data Manipulation, Analytics, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Management, Linear Algebra

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    A+ Core 2 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Desktop Support, Microsoft Windows, Problem Management, Operating System Administration, Technical Support and Services, Security Management, Android (Operating System), Computer Security Incident Management, Debugging, Threat Management, Security Software, Apple iOS, Application Performance Management, Malware Protection, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Python Cryptography: Analyze & Break Ciphers

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Brute-force attacks, Python Programming, Applied Mathematics, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Algorithms, Code Reusability, File I/O, File Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data Structures in JavaScript: Packt
  • Intermediate JavaScript & Best Practices: Packt
  • Drive KPI Reviews: Coursera
  • Build a C++ Employee Payroll Project from Scratch: EDUCBA
  • Advanced Data Structures & Algorithms in Practice: Packt
  • Houdini Dynamics & Cloth: Simulate Cinematic FX: EDUCBA
  • Analyze Employee Performance Using Excel Pivot Tables: EDUCBA
  • Become An Ethereum Blockchain Developer: Packt
  • Machine Learning with Python: Case Studies: EDUCBA
  • NumPy & Pandas: Analyze & Manage Retail Data: EDUCBA

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