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Introduction to Computer Science

edX

4 recommenders · 4 threads · recommended in 3 years, 2014–2021 · score 3.8

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An edX introduction to computer science covering core programming and computational thinking concepts, taught with Python. Commenters point to it as a free route into CS theory for self-taught programmers.

One commenter says it was recommended to them as a free option for learning CS theory, with a paid tier for academic credit.

CS Fundamentals & Systemsbeginnerfreemiuminteractive MOOC#computer science#python#programming#computational thinking#edx

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On Reddit (5)

  1. Recommendscatfink1664r/learnprogramming2021in “How do I actually learn proramming?”▲ 1

    Edx do a free course in computer science

  2. RecommendsJona_ccr/learnprogramming2021in “Done with The Odin Project Foundations: What I learned”▲ 28

    Ohhh it’s introduction to computer science. Very basic. It’s on edX.com and it’s free :) I try to just focus and finish one course first before trying something new and this is one of the few recommended courses for beginners.

  3. RecommendsCrow556r/learnprogramming2020in “Where to Start? - Java”▲ 0

    Focusing on a specific language is a mistake that most new comers make. It’s the computer science principles that are important, not the specific language. Coursera and edX have great introduction to computer science course by MIT, Harvard, and UCSD.

  4. Recommendsmthscnddr/learnprogramming2014in “How do you stay focused?”▲ 1

    Hey, you can try a free MOOC class on Introdution to Computer Science. Try Coursera or Edx.

  5. MentionsCobra__Commanderr/learnprogramming2022in “Computer science online degrees”▲ 1

    Harvard CS50 or the MIT edX CS intro courses. I would try to complete one of those just to make sure you're expectations and what the courses really are align since you report getting board. Since you are already working on a MS I assume you have a BA/BS. Oregon state university has a Post…

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