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About the Course

Mathematical thinking is crucial in all areas of computer science: algorithms, bioinformatics, computer graphics, data science, machine learning, etc. In this course, we will learn the most important tools used in discrete mathematics: induction, recursion, logic, invariants, examples, optimality. We will use these tools to answer typical programming questions like: How can we be certain a solution exists? Am I sure my program computes the optimal answer? Do each of these objects meet the given requirements? In the online course, we use a try-this-before-we-explain-everything approach: you will be solving many interactive (and mobile friendly) puzzles that were carefully designed to allow you to invent many of the important ideas and concepts yourself. Prerequisites: 1. We assume only basic math (e.g., we expect you to know what is a square or how to add fractions), common sense and curiosity. 2. Basic programming knowledge is necessary as some quizzes require programming in Python....

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Mar 25, 2019

The teachers are informative and good. They explain the topic in a way that we can easily understand. The slides provide all the information that is needed. The external tools are fun and informative.

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Feb 27, 2021

It is a great course! teachers explain everything with care. While providing lectures there are some popup ques that verify whether you understood that lecture or not. Overall, a great experience.

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By Mohit

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Jul 6, 2020

This was a very well taught course with an interesting curriculum. Note: Previous python experience is recommended

By Dibyajyoti M

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Aug 22, 2020

Exceptional explanation by professors. The problems were worth solving and I have enjoyed a lot in the process.

By Liz M

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Aug 16, 2020

This is a great course. It supplemented my discrete maths courses at school and helped solidify many concepts.

By Marcos M M

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Sep 1, 2020

Excelente curso, recomendable, he sufrido un poco por el inglés; debería haber también en español. GRACIAS.

By Sanjesh C

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Jun 30, 2020

This course is really engaging and fun. I really enjoyed it. Anyone who loves puzzles must check the out.

By Mihir N

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Jul 11, 2020

All the 4 instructors were just amazing! Excellent Course. I loved the way Shen Sir explains the most.

By Ketan A

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Jul 16, 2020

an extremely well taught course. the use of real illustrations of algorithms helps tremendously!

By Anton I

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Jun 7, 2020

I really enjoyed the course, although it was sometimes challenging. Feels like back to the uni.

By Anup K K

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Apr 27, 2020

Just the last Bonus Track problem please give some hints how to approach and solve the problem

By Priya K

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Jun 22, 2020

Enjoyed this course. Thank you for all the interactive problem solving examples.. it was fun.

By SAYED A M

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Sep 7, 2020

I am very glad to be part of this course. Thanks coursera. I've learned what I've expected.

By SUPAKORN S

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Jun 26, 2020

This course is great for anyone who are new to mathematics or want to revise ones' skill.

By Margi V

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Jul 9, 2020

The use of interactive puzzle was really helpful and the course was pretty interesting.

By Balbir K

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Jun 30, 2022

Really loved it, specially the puzzles and mathematical intution behind solving them!!

By Hamza K

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Jul 11, 2020

Amazing. This is very good. Tons of exercises and challenges to get your brain going.

By Daniyar Z

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Sep 15, 2018

Nice course! I want to say thanks to teachers. Course was informative and new for me!

By Masood A L

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May 23, 2022

Good certificate course which builts foundation for algorithm's in computer science.

By Sandesh C

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Jul 19, 2018

Excellent concepts! Had fun and was challenged decently throughout the whole course.

By Abhishek K

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May 31, 2021

This is an excellent course. Easy to understand and highly enjoyable assignments.

By Matthew M

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Dec 27, 2017

This is an excellent introduction for anybody needing a foundation for higher math

By Rex K

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Jun 17, 2018

I really like the appearance of the professor. He looks like my dad, seriously.

By Ghulam M

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Jun 18, 2020

From the course I learnt a lot. The way tutors were teaching that was fabulos.

By Pazhamalai A

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May 11, 2019

Super good teaching + awesome tools for practicing = Great learning experience

By Tuan N

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May 31, 2020

The puzzles are fun, the instructors are good but the assignments quite easy.

By Odumosu B

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May 22, 2020

Love the course, ain't good at maths, but this course simplifies mathemactics