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Computer Programming Courses

Computer programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development principles. You can build skills in debugging, version control, and writing efficient code. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and frameworks such as React or Django, that support developing applications and enhancing your programming capabilities.


Popular Computer Programming Courses and Certifications


  • R

    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability, Video Game Development, Bioinformatics, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Program Development, UI Components, Computer Programming

    ★ 4.8 (4.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • H

    Heriot-Watt University

    MSc Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Database Systems, Database Management, Software Architecture, Database Software, Software Testing, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Development Life Cycle, Graph Theory, Database Development, Java Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Statistical Methods, Computational Logic, Java, Data Visualization, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Science, Software Technical Review

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Earn a degree
    Earn a degree
  • I

    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    Computer Aided Design

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Engineering Drawings, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Assembly Drawing, Prototyping, Computer Graphic Techniques, Animations

    ★ 4.2 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Arm

    Introduction to Microprocessors

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Computer Hardware, System Programming, Data Storage, Memory Management, Performance Tuning, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), Program Development, C# (Programming Language)

    ★ 4.7 (80) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accelerated Computer Science Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Graph Theory, Development Environment, Data Storage, Engineering Software, Unstructured Data, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Memory Management, Computer Programming Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Program Development, Database Systems, Theoretical Computer Science

    ★ 4.7 (3.5K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Proactive Computer Security

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Security Testing, Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Information Systems Security, Exploitation techniques, Data Sharing

    ★ 4.7 (267) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Security

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, Computer Systems, Command-Line Interface, Cybersecurity, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Hardware Architecture, Information Systems Security, Application Security, Threat Detection, Authorization (Computing), Network Protocols, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Operating Systems, VPN Clients, Systems Architecture, Authentications

    ★ 4.8 (45) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad

    Introduction to Computer Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Science, System Programming, Memory Management, Performance Tuning, C (Programming Language), Computational Logic, Numerical Analysis, Algorithms, Debugging

    ★ 4.7 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad

    Fundamentals of Computer Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Computer Systems, Computer Hardware, Performance Tuning, Memory Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Logic for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Theoretical Computer Science, Analytical Skills, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Verification And Validation, Software Development, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • E

    Edureka

    Java Programming

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Apache Maven, Restful API, Java Programming, Java, Application Deployment, Microservices, Docker (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Spring Boot, Spring Framework, Containerization, CI/CD, Unit Testing, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Hibernate (Java), Computer Programming, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Software Development Life Cycle, Productivity Software, Risk Management Framework, digital literacy, Systems Design, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Agile Project Management, Hardware Architecture, Agile Software Development, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Productivity

    ★ 4.6 (340) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer programming courses

  • Fundamentals of Computing: Rice University
  • MSc Computer Science: Heriot-Watt University
  • Computer Aided Design: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
  • Introduction to Microprocessors: Arm
  • Accelerated Computer Science Fundamentals: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Proactive Computer Security: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Computer Security: University of London
  • Introduction to Computer Organization: International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad
  • Fundamentals of Computer Organization: International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad
  • Logic for Computer Science: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

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