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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Data Analysis Using Pyspark

    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

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    314 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Machine Learning: Supervised Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Random Forest Algorithm, Python Programming, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), NumPy, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Performance Tuning

    Build toward a degree

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    V

    Vanderbilt University

    Introduction to Data, Signal, and Image Analysis with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning Methods, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Scatter Plots, Dimensionality Reduction, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Analysis, Histogram, Data Processing, Computer Vision, Regression Analysis, Digital Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    229 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Build a mobile app with Google Sheets on Glide and no coding

    Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Mobile Development, Google Sheets, Application Development, Application Design, Application Deployment, Data Structures, User Accounts, Personalized Service, User Feedback, Web Development, Marketing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    679 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Alberta

    Client Needs and Software Requirements

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Requirements Management, Functional Requirement, Business Requirements, Product Requirements, Backlogs, User Requirements Documents, Scope Management, Change Control, User Story, System Requirements, Client Services, Acceptance Testing, Agile Software Development, Prioritization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    G

    Google AR & VR

    Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Application Design, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Mobile Development, User Experience, Computer Vision, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Flows

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    3.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    Infosec

    Introduction to Python for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Operations, IT Automation, Scripting, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    422 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    Imperial College London

    Survival Analysis in R for Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Public Health

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    329 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development with Unity

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Prototyping, 3D Modeling, Software Design Documents, Peer Review, Cross Platform Development, C# (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), 3D Assets, Software Design, Storytelling, Software Documentation, User Experience Design, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Computer Graphics, Ideation, Multimedia

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    638 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    T

    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

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    T

    The University of Chicago

    Software Defined Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Computer Networking, Virtualization, Network Architecture, General Networking, Network Administration, Network Switches, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Protocols, Hardware Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API)

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    292 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    R

    Rice University

    Python Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Software Installation, Scripting, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Software Documentation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    547 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data Analysis Using Pyspark: Coursera
  • Introduction to Machine Learning: Supervised Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Data, Signal, and Image Analysis with MATLAB: Vanderbilt University
  • Build a mobile app with Google Sheets on Glide and no coding: Coursera
  • Client Needs and Software Requirements : University of Alberta
  • Introduction to Augmented Reality and ARCore: Google AR & VR
  • Introduction to Python for Cybersecurity : Infosec
  • Survival Analysis in R for Public Health: Imperial College London
  • Game Design and Development with Unity: Michigan State University
  • Linux Tools for Developers: The Linux Foundation

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