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Basic Coding Courses

Basic coding courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, JavaScript, and HTML, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and debugging techniques. You can build skills in writing clean code, understanding software development processes, and creating simple applications or websites. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks that streamline web development, allowing you to apply your skills in practical projects.


Popular Basic Coding Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Creative Coding for Designers Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Generative AI, Simulations, Computer Graphics, Python Programming, Creative Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Data Structures

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Basic Math: Numbers and Terminology

    Skills you'll gain: Taxonomy, Deductive Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Building Basic English Skills A1/A2

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, English Language, Language Competency, Literacy, Language Learning, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    76 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Configure and Test Basic Network Connectivity

    Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Local Area Networks, General Networking, Network Switches, Network Routers, Simulations, Configuration Management, Information Technology, Verification And Validation, System Testing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    91 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    Boost R Coding with GitHub Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Version Control, Collaborative Software, GitHub, Microsoft Visual Studio, Software Documentation, AI Workflows, R Programming, Git (Version Control System), Computer Programming Tools, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Edureka

    Generative AI Coding Assistants for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Code Review, AI Security, Software Development Tools, Software Documentation, Collaborative Software, DevOps, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Maintainability, Integrated Development Environments, CI/CD, Generative AI, Test Automation, Software Development, Software Technical Review, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Personalization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Basic System Programming on IBM Z

    Skills you'll gain: Job Control Language (JCL), z/OS, Unix, IBM DB2, Mainframe Computing, Operating System Administration, System Programming, Operating Systems, Unix Commands, Data Management, File Systems, Data Storage, File Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    377 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Mastering Streamlined Syntax: Efficient Kotlin Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Kotlin, IntelliJ IDEA

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Secure Coding: SSDLC, OWASP & SonarQube Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), SonarQube, DevSecOps, Jenkins, Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Application Security, Secure Coding, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Security Testing, Continuous Delivery, Code Review, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Security Awareness, Docker (Software), Dependency Analysis, Compliance Management, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    IBM COBOL Basic Testing and Debugging

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Debugging, z/OS, Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Mainframe Computing, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming Tools, File I/O

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    124 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Mastering AWS CDK - Coding Cloud Architectures

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Development, CI/CD, Cloud Applications, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, API Gateway, Cloud Infrastructure, Development Environment, System Configuration, Amazon S3, Infrastructure Security, Network Administration, Restful API, TypeScript

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Data Science Coding Challenge: Loan Default Prediction

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Data Science, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    111 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic coding courses

  • Creative Coding for Designers Using Python: University of Michigan
  • Basic Math: Numbers and Terminology: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Building Basic English Skills A1/A2: University of California, Davis
  • Configure and Test Basic Network Connectivity: Coursera
  • Boost R Coding with GitHub Copilot: Microsoft
  • Generative AI Coding Assistants for Developers: Edureka
  • Basic System Programming on IBM Z: IBM
  • Mastering Streamlined Syntax: Efficient Kotlin Coding: Coursera
  • Secure Coding: SSDLC, OWASP & SonarQube Essentials: Coursera
  • IBM COBOL Basic Testing and Debugging: IBM

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