S - Great Courses

Object Oriented Programming

Computer Structure

Intro to Computer Science

Calculus 1

Computational Models

Numerical Analysis

A - Good Courses

Calculus 3

Discrete Mathematics

Advanced System Programming

Fourier Analysis

Intro to Probability and Statistics

Intro to AI

B - OK Courses

Ordinary Differential Equations

Operating Systems

Modern Analysis

Calculus 2

Data Structures

Analytic and Differential Geometry

Parallel System Programming

C - Bad Courses

Advanced Algorithms

Computability and Complexity

Complex Functions

Linear Algebra 1

Linear Algebra 2

D - Horrible Courses

Algorithms 1

Statistical Methods in CS

Topology

Group Theory

F - Satan's Courses

Discrete Structures

Ori Setty

Created Feb 23, 2026

Navigating the challenging landscape of Computer Science and Mathematics can be daunting. This tier list ranks essential courses, from foundational programming like Intro to Computer Science and Object Oriented Programming to the intricate depths of Advanced Algorithms and Computability and Complexity. We'll also explore crucial math subjects such as Calculus 1-3, Linear Algebra 1-2, and Ordinary Differential Equations, alongside specialized topics like Statistical Methods in CS and Numerical Analysis. Discover which courses form the bedrock of a strong CS education and which offer advanced insights into theoretical and applied concepts.

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