CS50's Introduction to Computer Science
Ratings
Course details
Difficulty
Absolute beginner (no background needed)
Length
40 – 100 hrs
Quality
5/5
Prerequisites
None
Updated
2026
Exercises
Yes
Certificate
Yes
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