Functional programming courses can help you learn concepts like first-class functions, immutability, and higher-order functions, along with practical techniques for managing state and side effects. You can build skills in recursive problem-solving, data transformation, and leveraging pure functions for cleaner code. Many courses introduce tools such as Haskell, Scala, and JavaScript, showcasing how these languages facilitate functional programming principles and enhance software development practices.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Matplotlib, Apache Spark, Big Data, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Data Management, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Query Languages, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Data Modeling, Databases, Business Analytics, Big Data, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Snowflake Schema, Data Modeling, SQL, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Business Intelligence, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Import/Export, Business Reporting, Databases, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Financial Statements, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Financial Analysis, Data Visualization
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistics, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Feature Engineering, Probability & Statistics, Data Wrangling, Statistical Inference, R (Software), Data Cleansing, Public Health
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Code Review, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), AI Product Strategy, Debugging, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Programming, Program Development, Data Processing, Maintainability, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Programming Principles, Web Development Tools, Javascript, Web Language
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universidad Austral
Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Testing, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Software Development, Computer Programming, Python Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Failure Analysis, Model Based Systems Engineering, Scope Management, Cost Management, Design Reviews, Requirements Analysis, Change Control, Engineering Management, Requirements Management, Test Engineering, Project Management, Systems Thinking, Program Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Functional Design, Risk Management Framework, Contract Management, Risk Management
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad Austral
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, JSON, File Management, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Java Programming, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Data Structures, File Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, SAS (Software), Scatter Plots, Statistical Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Plot (Graphics), Python Programming
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks