Free programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, JavaScript, and Ruby, along with foundational concepts such as algorithms and data structures. You can build practical skills in web development, software debugging, and creating applications, which are crucial for tackling real-world challenges.

Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Logistic Regression, Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Model Evaluation, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Public Health, Data Preprocessing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Game Design, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Programming Principles, Application Development, Scripting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Data Processing, Databases, Database Systems, Data Storage, Database Management, Relational Databases, Query Languages, NoSQL, Transaction Processing, Data Management, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Unstructured Data, Data Visualization Software
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Encryption, Data Structures, Software Development, Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Automation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Databases, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Algorithms, Key Management, Software Installation, Data Validation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Data Visualization, Data Warehousing, Performance Measurement, Data Presentation, MicroStrategy, Business Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Modeling, Business Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Competitive Intelligence, Business Reporting, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, AI Workflows, GitHub, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design Patterns, OpenAI API, Application Design, Database Management, AI Enablement, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Software Development, Query Languages, Secure Coding, Application Programming Interface (API), Performance Tuning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Teaching, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Growth Mindedness, Persistence, Relationship Building
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Process Control, Machine Controls, Automation Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Embedded Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Test Equipment, Medical Imaging, Medical Devices, Electronic Components, Reliability, Product Testing
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Software Systems, Hardware Architecture, System Programming, Real Time Data, Operating Systems, Linux, OS Process Management, System Design and Implementation, System Requirements, Service Management, Service Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Amazon DynamoDB, Database Management, Cloud Applications, Amazon Web Services, Event-Driven Programming, API Gateway, Relational Databases, Cloud Development, Serverless Computing, Python Programming, Cloud API, Service Oriented Architecture, Microservices, NoSQL, Application Development, Web Development, Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks