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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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    Microsoft

    Use Power Platform for Custom & Automated Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, No-Code Development, Business Process Automation, Application Development, Application Design, Business Process, UI Components, Data Modeling, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    3.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Explainable AI (XAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Statistical Analysis Fundamentals using Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Regression Analysis, Forecasting, Probability Distribution, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Analytics, Probability

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create a Supermarket app using OOP Features in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Software Design

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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Duke University

    Spark, Hadoop, and Snowflake for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Snowflake Schema, Databricks, Data Pipelines, Apache Spark, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Data Quality, Data Integration, Data Processing, DevOps, Data Transformation, SQL, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Essentials with Azure Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Virtual Machines, System Monitoring, Cloud Security, Scalability

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    86 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI-Powered Software and System Design

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design Patterns, Databases, Application Design, Database Management, Software Design, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Security Testing, Secure Coding, Application Programming Interface (API), Performance Tuning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Flutter & Dart - Complete App Development Course

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storage Technologies, Computer Programming, Data Management, Data Structures

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    The Intersection of Finance, Strategy, and Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Business Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Financial Reporting, Business Metrics, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Environmental Issue, Business Ethics, Compliance Reporting, Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Management, Performance Measurement, Corporate Strategy, Finance, Financial Services

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Python Packages for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Histogram, Package and Software Management, Data Import/Export, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Start Your API Testing Journey With Postman Tool

    Skills you'll gain: Postman API Platform, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Testing, Restful API, Scripting, Test Case, Functional Testing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    306 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Foundations of Data Analysis with Pandas and Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Pandas (Python Package), Pivot Tables And Charts, Jupyter, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Structures, Development Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Use Power Platform for Custom & Automated Solutions: Microsoft
  • Explainable AI (XAI): Duke University
  • Statistical Analysis Fundamentals using Excel: IBM
  • Create a Supermarket app using OOP Features in Java: Coursera
  • Spark, Hadoop, and Snowflake for Data Engineering: Duke University
  • Essentials with Azure Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • AI-Powered Software and System Design: DeepLearning.AI
  • Flutter & Dart - Complete App Development Course: Packt
  • The Intersection of Finance, Strategy, and Sustainability: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Python Packages for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder

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