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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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    University of Michigan

    Logistic Regression and Prediction for Health Data

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Statistical Methods for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Network, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, R (Software), Probability, Probability Distribution, Applied Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Social Network Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Simulations, Data Science, Markov Model

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Azure Network Services

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Network Architecture, Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Wide Area Networks, Hardening, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Infrastructure, Network Routing, Network Monitoring, Private Cloud

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Data Engineering: Pipelines, ETL, Hadoop

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Transformation, Apache Hive, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Strategic Decision-Making, Apache Spark, Data Integration, Data Processing, Data Management, Data Analysis, Scalability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Translating Research to Healthcare Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Health Policy, Health Equity, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Policy Development, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Public Health, Research, Systems Thinking

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Khalifa University

    AI for Executives: The Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Model Deployment, Data Governance, Model Evaluation, Transfer Learning, Data Quality, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, Strategic Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Decision Tree Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Git and GitHub Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Containerization, SonarQube, Kubernetes, CI/CD, GitHub, Version Control, Application Deployment, Jenkins, DevOps, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Intermediate Excel: Data Modeling, Analysis, and Dashboards

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Analysis, Analytics, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Microsoft 365, Trend Analysis, Data Security, Data Entry, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Management, Productivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Social Media and Influencer Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, AI Personalization, Social Media Marketing, Generative AI, Trend Analysis, Social Media, Canva (Software), Digital Media Strategy, Market Trend, Content Creation, Drive Engagement, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Automation, Creativity, Content Strategy, Target Audience, Analytics

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Retrieval Augmented Generation

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Development Environment, Multimodal Prompts, Embeddings, Vector Databases, User Interface (UI), Generative AI, AI Workflows, AI Personalization, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Data Visualization, Image Analysis, Application Development, Augmented Reality, Text Mining, Graph Theory, Query Languages

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Get Up and Running with TypeScript

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Web Development Tools, Debugging, Javascript, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Analysis with Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Data Import/Export, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Ggplot2, Relational Databases, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Structures, Programming Principles

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Logistic Regression and Prediction for Health Data: University of Michigan
  • Statistical Methods for Computer Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Azure Network Services: EDUCBA
  • Data Engineering: Pipelines, ETL, Hadoop: Coursera
  • Translating Research to Healthcare Policy : University of Michigan
  • AI for Executives: The Basics: Khalifa University
  • Advanced Git and GitHub Practices: Packt
  • Intermediate Excel: Data Modeling, Analysis, and Dashboards: Knowledge Accelerators
  • GenAI for Social Media and Influencer Marketing: Coursera
  • Retrieval Augmented Generation: Packt

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