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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

    Intermediate JavaScript & OOP Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, Application Deployment, Application Development, Web Development Tools, Programming Principles, JSON, Debugging, Data Storage

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

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

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

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Data Structures & Algos: Software Development Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Software Development, Scalability

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Data Structures in JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Structures, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze & Apply Cost Accounting Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Operating Cost

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    GNU Octave: Apply, Implement & Design Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Software, Software Installation, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Engineering Calculations, Linear Algebra, Data Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Physical Red Teaming

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Persona Development, Coordination, Safety and Security, Record Keeping

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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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, Business Logic, User Interface (UI), Data Entry, Verification And Validation, Command-Line Interface, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Houdini Soft Body Dynamics: Design & Simulate

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Animations, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Simulations, Virtual Environment, Scripting

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Debugging, Solution Design

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    PL-400 Exam Preparation & Capstone: Real-World Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Application Lifecycle Management, Microsoft Power Platform, Integration Testing, Application Development, Power Apps Component Framework, DevOps, Application Deployment, Database Design, Usability Testing, Development Testing, Scenario Testing, Solution Architecture, Simulations, User Interface (UI) Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Program Structure and Algorithms Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Model, Pseudocode, Computational Thinking, Bayesian Network, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification Algorithms, Network Analysis, Probability, Probability & Statistics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Intermediate JavaScript & OOP Concepts: Packt
  • A+ Core 2 V15 - Pearson Cert Prep: Unit 3: Pearson
  • Data Structures & Algos: Software Development Skills: Northeastern University
  • Data Structures in JavaScript: Packt
  • Analyze & Apply Cost Accounting Fundamentals: EDUCBA
  • GNU Octave: Apply, Implement & Design Functions: EDUCBA
  • Physical Red Teaming: Packt
  • Build a C++ Employee Payroll Project from Scratch: EDUCBA
  • Houdini Soft Body Dynamics: Design & Simulate: EDUCBA
  • Advanced Concepts in Recursion, Backtracking, and OOP: Packt

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