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Basic Coding Courses

Basic coding courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, JavaScript, and HTML, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and debugging techniques. You can build skills in writing clean code, understanding software development processes, and creating simple applications or websites. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks that streamline web development, allowing you to apply your skills in practical projects.


Popular Basic Coding Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Python 3 from Beginner to Expert - Learn Python from Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, JSON, Program Development, Data Structures, Code Review, Python Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Scripting, Maintainability, Integrated Development Environments, Package and Software Management, Authorization (Computing), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Web Scraping, Application Programming Interface (API), Scalability

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Board Infinity

    JavaScript for Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: jQuery, Javascript, Web Applications

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Learning GitHub Actions for DevOps CI/CD

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Azure DevOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Continuous Integration, Docker (Software), Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Application Deployment, GitHub, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Containerization, Git (Version Control System), YAML, Secure Coding, Cloud Computing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Combinatorics, Computational Logic, Advanced Mathematics, Performance Tuning, Theoretical Computer Science, Simulations, Linear Algebra

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    AR: Track Customer Payments Fast

    Skills you'll gain: Accounts Receivable, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Cash Flow Forecasting, Cash Management, Document Management, Accounting Records, Invoicing, Billing & Invoicing, Record Keeping

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    An Introduction to Fixed Income Securities

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Securities (Finance), Financial Analysis, Credit Risk, Financial Market, Investments, Risk Management, Market Dynamics, Portfolio Management, Finance, Wealth Management, Investment Banking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Apache Kafka Series - Learn Apache Kafka for Beginners v3

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Command-Line Interface, Apache, Data Pipelines, Java, Enterprise Application Management, Real Time Data, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pearson

    Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP)

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Development, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, Private Cloud, Security Awareness, Data Centers, Data Management, Personally Identifiable Information, IT Security Architecture, Security Controls, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Service Level

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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    GenAI for People and Talent Management

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Employee Performance Management, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Performance Management, AI Personalization, People Development, Human Resource Strategy, HR Tech, Human Resources, People Analytics, Workforce Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Analytics, Adaptability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    ¿Cómo viajamos por la ciudad? Asignación y equilibrio en redes de transporte.

    Skills you'll gain: Traffic Flow Optimization, Transportation Operations, Supply And Demand, Network Analysis, Network Model, Mathematical Modeling, Game Theory, Graph Theory, Economics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Exploratory Data Analysis and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Knitr, Exploratory Data Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Ggplot2, Plotly, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Statistical Analysis, Generative AI, R Programming, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Scatter Plots, Descriptive Statistics, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Healthcare Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Informed Consent, Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Privacy, Responsible AI, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, AI Security, Generative AI, Health Information Management, Patient-centered Care, Patient Safety

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic coding courses

  • Python 3 from Beginner to Expert - Learn Python from Scratch: Packt
  • JavaScript for Web Development: Board Infinity
  • Learning GitHub Actions for DevOps CI/CD: Packt
  • 离散优化算法篇 Solving Algorithms for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • AR: Track Customer Payments Fast: Coursera
  • An Introduction to Fixed Income Securities : Coursera
  • Apache Kafka Series - Learn Apache Kafka for Beginners v3: Packt
  • Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP): Pearson
  • GenAI for People and Talent Management: Coursera
  • ¿Cómo viajamos por la ciudad? Asignación y equilibrio en redes de transporte.: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

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