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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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    MathWorks

    Computer Vision for Engineering and Science

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Matlab, Machine Learning Methods, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Geospatial Information and Technology, Traffic Flow Optimization, Medical Imaging, Data Validation, Estimation, Algorithms

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Configuring for Scala with IntelliJ IDEA

    Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Scala Programming, Build Tools, Software Development, Software Installation, Software Engineering

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EC-Council

    Information Security Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Systems Development Life Cycle, Human Factors (Security), Security Management, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Threat Detection, ISO/IEC 27001, Security Controls, Computer Security, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Information Systems, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Fundamentals of Static Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Software Technical Review, Test Planning, Code Review, Software Quality Assurance, Verification And Validation, Requirements Analysis, Technical Communication

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Introduction to Modern Web Development with ASP.NET Core

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Model View Controller, ASP.NET, OAuth, API Design, Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Services, Authentications, Unit Testing, Back-End Web Development, C# (Programming Language), Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), Data Access, Development Environment, Data Migration, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Data Validation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Exploratory Data Analysis for the Public Sector with ggplot

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Data Presentation, Ggplot2, R (Software), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Graphic and Visual Design, Histogram, Tidyverse (R Package), Public Administration, Trend Analysis, Policy Analysis

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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    CISSP Domain 1: Security and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Information Assurance, Cyber Governance, Governance, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Business Risk Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Modeling, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Regulatory Compliance, System Monitoring, Information Systems, Asset Management, Intellectual Property

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Design and Build a Data Warehouse for Business Intelligence Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Dashboard, Star Schema, Data Visualization Software, Data Mart, MicroStrategy, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Data Architecture, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Case Studies, PostgreSQL, SQL, Data Transformation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    294 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Importing Data into R

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Relational Databases, Statistical Software, Data Import/Export, R Programming, MySQL, Data Capture, Microsoft Excel

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    SkillUp

    Office Productivity Software and Windows Fundamentals  

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Control Panels, Productivity Software, Software Installation, Microsoft Windows, Organizational Skills, Office Procedures, Microsoft Office, Computer Literacy, Operational Efficiency

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    80 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Azure: create a REST API using NodeJS Serverless Functions

    Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Serverless Computing, Cloud API, Restful API, Node.JS, Microsoft Azure, Application Programming Interface (API), API Testing, Web Services

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    109 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Skillshare

    Adobe Premiere Pro for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Adobe Premiere, Post-Production, Animations, Motion Graphics, Video Production, Timelines, Data Import/Export, Graphic and Visual Design, Editing, Multimedia, Cinematography, Music, Quality Assurance, File Management

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Computer Vision for Engineering and Science: MathWorks
  • Configuring for Scala with IntelliJ IDEA: Coursera
  • Information Security Fundamentals: EC-Council
  • Fundamentals of Static Testing: Board Infinity
  • Introduction to Modern Web Development with ASP.NET Core: EDUCBA
  • Exploratory Data Analysis for the Public Sector with ggplot: University of Michigan
  • CISSP Domain 1: Security and Risk Management: Infosec
  • Design and Build a Data Warehouse for Business Intelligence Implementation: University of Colorado System
  • Importing Data into R: Coursera
  • Office Productivity Software and Windows Fundamentals  : SkillUp

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