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Programming Basics Courses

Programming basics courses can help you learn fundamental concepts like variables, control structures, data types, and functions. You can build skills in problem-solving, debugging, and writing clean, efficient code. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and programming languages like Python or JavaScript, which are commonly used in web development and software engineering.


Popular Programming Basics Courses and Certifications


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    SkillUp

    Get Started with Spreadsheet Applications: Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, Google Sheets, Data Visualization, Excel Formulas, Data Entry, File Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft 365, Data Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Accenture

    Understanding Technology and Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Excel, Data Security, Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Emerging Technologies, Computer Security Awareness Training, Digital Communications, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Web Development, Information Technology, Business Technologies, Javascript, Python Programming, Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Computer Hardware, Artificial Intelligence

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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Create Serverless Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Serverless Computing, Cloud Development, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Applications, Software Development, Cloud-Based Integration, Business Process Automation, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment, GitHub

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    129 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Persona (User Experience), UI/UX Strategy, Web Design, User Experience, Wireframing, User Research, User Centered Design, Mockups, Usability Testing, Requirements Analysis, Target Audience, Agile Methodology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Equivalent Circuit Cell Model Simulation

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Electronic Systems, Power Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Systems, Predictive Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Basic Electrical Systems, Analytical Testing, Scripting, Numerical Analysis, Scripting Languages, Laboratory Testing

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    551 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Data Warehouse Concepts, Design, and Data Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Database Design, Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Star Schema, Relational Databases, Snowflake Schema, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence, SQL, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Mart, PostgreSQL, Data Transformation, Data Quality

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM COBOL Core

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Report Writing, Debugging, Programming Principles, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Maintainability, Business Logic, Software Engineering, Data Storage, Numerical Analysis

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Secure Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Cloud Computing, Firewall, General Networking, Networking Hardware, Network Architecture, OSI Models, Microsoft Azure, Computer Networking, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, Network Monitoring, Software As A Service, Virtual Machines, Virtualization

    4.8
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    304 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Modern Project Leadership: Agile, AI, and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Workflow Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Risk Management, Strategic Thinking, Team Leadership, Agile Project Management, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Collaborative Software, Project Management, Innovation, Agile Software Development, Process Improvement, Strategic Decision-Making, Change Management, Artificial Intelligence, Adaptability, Digital Transformation, Communication

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    458 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Linux Foundation

    Linux Tools for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Package and Software Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Linux Commands, Shell Script, Scripting, Software Development Tools, File Management, Scripting Languages, Program Development, System Programming, Java, Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    732 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Salesforce

    Lead Management in Salesforce

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Development, Salesforce, Lead Generation, Sales Support, Sales Pipelines, Campaign Management, Sales Process, Sales Operations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Data Import/Export, Data Cleansing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    377 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create Your First Automation Script Using Selenium and Java

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Automation, Eclipse (Software), Software Testing, UI Components, Integrated Development Environments, Web Applications, Java Programming, Functional Testing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    358 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming basics courses

  • Get Started with Spreadsheet Applications: Excel: SkillUp
  • Understanding Technology and Data: Accenture
  • Create Serverless Applications : Microsoft
  • Web Design: Strategy and Information Architecture: California Institute of the Arts
  • Equivalent Circuit Cell Model Simulation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Warehouse Concepts, Design, and Data Integration: University of Colorado System
  • IBM COBOL Core: IBM
  • Introduction to Secure Networking: Microsoft
  • Modern Project Leadership: Agile, AI, and Beyond: Coursera
  • Linux Tools for Developers: The Linux Foundation

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