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.

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economic Development, Game Theory, Financial Policy, Tax, Market Analysis, International Relations, Operating Cost, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Metrics, Public Policies, Performance Metric, International Finance, Fiscal Management, Consumer Behaviour, Investments, Labor Relations
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, NumPy, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), Data Structures, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Python Programming, File Management, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Data Management, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Technical Communication, Project Implementation, Data Analysis, Team Building, Team Management, Solution Delivery, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Leadership
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tsinghua University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Database Design, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Query Languages, Data Storage
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Generative AI, Debugging, ChatGPT, Development Environment, Python Programming, Prompt Engineering, Computer Programming, Software Development, Application Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Software Development, Computer Programming, Software Documentation, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Game Design, Animations
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Codio
Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Services, Debugging, Python Programming, Restful API, Server Side, Performance Tuning, Version Control, Software Engineering
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Content Creation, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Semiconductors, Failure Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Physics, Image Analysis, Mathematical Modeling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Correlation Analysis, Google Sheets, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Cleansing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, SQL, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Python Programming, Data Manipulation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Algorithms, Back-End Web Development, Pseudocode, C# (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Server Side, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months