Data structures and algorithms are the building blocks of efficient code. This page lists eight courses that cover the core topics in C++, Java and Python. One course is free; the rest are paid. All offer a certificate on completion. The shortlist below helps you pick by level, language and price.
| Attribute | Free options | Paid options |
|---|
| Price | Java Course - Mastering the Fundamentals is free | All other courses are paid; price not published by the provider |
| Certificate | Yes, included with the free course | Yes, included with every paid course |
| Placement support | No | No |
| Duration | 8h 9m | Self-paced, ranges from a few hours to 5 months |
| Provider | Courses offered | Price range | Certificate |
|---|
| Udemy | 6 courses | Price not published by the provider | Yes |
| Scaler | 1 course | Free | Yes |
| Codecademy | 1 course | 23.99 USD | Yes |
| Coursera | 1 course | Price not published by the provider | Yes |
This topic feeds roles such as software developer and backend engineer. The Java fundamentals course leans on Java programming skills; the Python courses lean on Python programming skills.
- What is the best course for a complete beginner? Java Course - Mastering the Fundamentals is free, 8 hours 9 minutes and includes a certificate.
- Which course has the highest rating? The Complete Data Structures and Algorithms Course in Python, Mastering Data Structures & Algorithms using C and C++ and Java Data Structures & Algorithms + LEETCODE Exercises all have a 4.6 rating.
- Are these courses self-paced? Yes, every course listed is self-paced.
- Do any of these courses offer placement support? No, none of the eight courses list placement support.
- Can I get a certificate from the free course? Yes, Java Course - Mastering the Fundamentals includes a certificate.
- Which platform has the most courses? Udemy has six courses in this list, more than any other provider.
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