Computer Science

Learn more about the skills, certifications, and degrees to consider for a computer science career.

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[Featured Image] Learners in a computer science class attend a lecture about Linux vs. Windows as they explore various operating systems’ benefits and uses.

Linux vs. Windows: What’s the Difference?

Choosing the right operating system is an integral part of setting up a computer system. Explore the differences between Windows and Linux and get the details you need to decide on the operating system that best meets your needs.

August 27, 2024

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[Featured image] A computer engineer is coding on two computer screens.

What Is a Computer Engineer? 2025 Career Guide

Learn about the career of a computer engineer, including what they do, their earning potential, and how to become one.

June 27, 2024

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[Featured Image] A young person and their professor walk down a hallway and discuss potential computer science fields he can explore.

7 Careers in Computer Science Fields

Discover how to start your career in various computer science fields.

May 29, 2024

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[Featured Image] Learners in a computer science class attend a lecture about Linux vs. Windows as they explore various operating systems’ benefits and uses.

Linux vs. Windows: What’s the Difference?

Choosing the right operating system is an integral part of setting up a computer system. Explore the differences between Windows and Linux and get the details you need to decide on the operating system that best meets your needs.

August 27, 2024

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[Featured image] A computer engineer is coding on two computer screens.

What Is a Computer Engineer? 2025 Career Guide

Learn about the career of a computer engineer, including what they do, their earning potential, and how to become one.

June 27, 2024

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Explore popular computer science courses

Status: Free

Princeton University

Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Java, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Debugging

4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
1.3K reviews

Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of London

Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Development Environment, Web Applications, Debugging, Graphing, Program Development, Computer Networking, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming Tools, Usability, Arithmetic, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Cybersecurity, Software Development Tools, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Numerical Analysis

4.2
Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
1.5K reviews

Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Status: [object Object]

Microsoft

Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, User Research, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Persona (User Experience), Wireframing, Design Research, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Interaction Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Human Centered Design, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Design, Mockups

4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
317 reviews

Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

[Featured Image] A fintech engineer works on their code on a laptop to ensure the organization's digital banking platform runs smoothly.

What Is a Fintech Engineer?

Fintech is an exciting and growing field. Learn more about a career in fintech, what it’s like to be an engineer in fintech, and the education and experience needed for different fintech engineering roles.

April 10, 2024

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[Featured Image] A woman wearing a headset is on her laptop and answers phones at an IT call center.

How to Get into Tech Without a Degree

Learn how to get into the technology industry without a degree and what you can focus on instead to build your skills, experience, and qualifications.

April 6, 2024

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[Featured image] Two front-end developers are working together while looking at a desktop.

Front-End Developer Salary: Your 2025 Guide

A front-end developer designs and creates the user-facing side of software, websites, applications, or other projects that require coding. Learn the average front-end developer salary and how different factors can affect how much you earn.

November 29, 2023

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[Featured image] A front-end developer is in an office working on their laptop with earbuds on.

What Skills Should a Front-End Developer Have?

If you’re interested in becoming a front-end developer, learn about the technical and workplace skills used in this career to be successful. This article covers the responsibilities of a front-end developer and how you can grow your skill set.

November 29, 2023

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[Featured Image] Two students earning a computer science degree are sitting together and studying while looking at their computers.

Is a Computer Science Degree Worth It?

Take a closer look at what a computer science (CS) degree can mean for your career path, salary, and skills development.

November 1, 2023

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[Featured image] A Coursera learner is sitting on an office desk.

C# Programming: What It Is, How It's Used + How to Learn It

In this article, learn about programming with C#, including what it is, careers where C# skills are valuable, and how you can learn.

October 12, 2023

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[Featured image] A computer scientist is working on their computer.

What’s a Computer Scientist? And How to Become One

Learn more about the career of a computer scientist, including salary potential, career paths, job outlook, and required skills and education.

September 27, 2023

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[Featured image] A software engineer is learning more about GitHub.

What Is GitHub and Why Should You Use It?

GitHub is a web-based interface allowing real-time collaboration. It encourages teams to work together in developing code, building web pages and updating content. Read on for a quick introduction to GitHub, who uses it, and why.

July 27, 2023

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[Featured image] A computer scientist is working at an office with a laptop on their desk.

Computer Scientist Salary: Your 2025 Guide

Learn about computer scientist salaries and responsibilities as you grow in this field.

June 9, 2023

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[Featured Image] A young person and their professor walk down a hallway and discuss potential computer science fields he can explore.

7 Careers in Computer Science Fields

Discover how to start your career in various computer science fields.

May 29, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A fintech engineer works on their code on a laptop to ensure the organization's digital banking platform runs smoothly.

What Is a Fintech Engineer?

Fintech is an exciting and growing field. Learn more about a career in fintech, what it’s like to be an engineer in fintech, and the education and experience needed for different fintech engineering roles.

April 10, 2024

Article

[Featured Image] A woman wearing a headset is on her laptop and answers phones at an IT call center.

How to Get into Tech Without a Degree

Learn how to get into the technology industry without a degree and what you can focus on instead to build your skills, experience, and qualifications.

April 6, 2024

Article

[Featured image] Two front-end developers are working together while looking at a desktop.

Front-End Developer Salary: Your 2025 Guide

A front-end developer designs and creates the user-facing side of software, websites, applications, or other projects that require coding. Learn the average front-end developer salary and how different factors can affect how much you earn.

November 29, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A front-end developer is in an office working on their laptop with earbuds on.

What Skills Should a Front-End Developer Have?

If you’re interested in becoming a front-end developer, learn about the technical and workplace skills used in this career to be successful. This article covers the responsibilities of a front-end developer and how you can grow your skill set.

November 29, 2023

Article

[Featured Image] Two students earning a computer science degree are sitting together and studying while looking at their computers.

Is a Computer Science Degree Worth It?

Take a closer look at what a computer science (CS) degree can mean for your career path, salary, and skills development.

November 1, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A Coursera learner is sitting on an office desk.

C# Programming: What It Is, How It's Used + How to Learn It

In this article, learn about programming with C#, including what it is, careers where C# skills are valuable, and how you can learn.

October 12, 2023

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[Featured image] A computer scientist is working on their computer.

What’s a Computer Scientist? And How to Become One

Learn more about the career of a computer scientist, including salary potential, career paths, job outlook, and required skills and education.

September 27, 2023

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[Featured image] A software engineer is learning more about GitHub.

What Is GitHub and Why Should You Use It?

GitHub is a web-based interface allowing real-time collaboration. It encourages teams to work together in developing code, building web pages and updating content. Read on for a quick introduction to GitHub, who uses it, and why.

July 27, 2023

Article

[Featured image] A computer scientist is working at an office with a laptop on their desk.

Computer Scientist Salary: Your 2025 Guide

Learn about computer scientist salaries and responsibilities as you grow in this field.

June 9, 2023

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Computer science is the study of computer hardware and software. As a discipline, it encompasses subject matter from artificial intelligence and cryptography to computer engineering and software development and touches a variety of industries, including game development, financial services, and government.

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