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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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    University of Toronto

    App Design and Development for iOS

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Application Design, Application Development, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Animations, Computer Graphics, Persistence, Network Model, Data Storage

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Probability & Statistics, Network Analysis, Big Data, Sampling (Statistics), Random Forest Algorithm

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAS

    Machine Learning Using SAS Viya

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Feature Engineering, SAS (Software), Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Cleansing, Predictive Analytics, No-Code Development, Statistical Programming, Performance Tuning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Learn JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Applications, Programming Principles, Data Storage Technologies, Computer Programming, Data Storage, Front-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), Web Development, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    NASM Personal Fitness Trainer

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Counseling, Smart Goals, Health Assessment, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Nutritional Assessment, Respiration, Physiology, Neurology, Automated External Defibrillator, Rehabilitation, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Coaching, Health And Wellness Coaching

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    279 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Meta

    Introduction to Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Management Systems, SQL, Relational Databases, Databases, MySQL, Database Administration, Data Integrity, Query Languages, Data Manipulation

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Advanced Data Structures in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Network Routing, Computational Thinking, Application Development, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a la ciencia de datos aplicada

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Design Thinking

    4.7
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    425 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    State Estimation and Localization for Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Control Systems, Data Integration, Mathematical Modeling, Spatial Analysis, Linear Algebra

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Database Design and Basic SQL in PostgreSQL

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Relational Databases, PostgreSQL, Database Theory, Database Management, Data Modeling, Databases, Data Integrity

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDHEC Business School

    Python and Machine Learning for Asset Management

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Modeling, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Risk Management, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Computer Science, Dimensionality Reduction

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Practice Exam for CompTIA Tech+ Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Computer Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Mockups, Network Security

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • App Design and Development for iOS: University of Toronto
  • Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods: University of Washington
  • Machine Learning Using SAS Viya: SAS
  • Learn JavaScript: Scrimba
  • NASM Personal Fitness Trainer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Introduction to Databases: Meta
  • Advanced Data Structures in Java: University of California San Diego
  • Introducción a la ciencia de datos aplicada: Universidad de los Andes
  • State Estimation and Localization for Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Database Design and Basic SQL in PostgreSQL: University of Michigan

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