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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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    Coursera

    Queries with OpenAI: Translate Natural Text to SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Pandas (Python Package), Query Languages, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Databases, Jupyter, Application Programming Interface (API), Machine Learning, Software Engineering

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: New
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    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Board Infinity

    Introduction to Software Quality Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Software Quality Assurance, Software Development Life Cycle, Quality Assurance, Software Documentation, Functional Testing, Software Testing, Acceptance Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Test Case, Maintainability, Verification And Validation, Unit Testing, Software Design, System Testing, Integration Testing, Waterfall Methodology, Agile Methodology, Regression Testing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Mastering AI Agents for Databases

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Generative AI Agents, Development Environment, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Tool Calling, LLM Application, Database Systems, Database Management, SQL, Database Application, Program Development, Databases, Software Development Tools, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    少年福利與權利 (Welfare and Rights of Youth)

    Skills you'll gain: Child Welfare, Social Work, Community and Social Work, Advocacy, Case Studies, Working With Children, Social Sciences, Empowerment, Social Justice, Public Policies, Human Development, Culture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners: Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Jupyter, Computer Programming Tools, Data Storage

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera

    Pointers and Memory in C: Build a Rocket Display Module

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Software Development

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
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    SkillUp

    Practice Exam for ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC)

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Security Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Security Controls, Network Security, Encryption

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    41 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI for HR Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Employee Engagement, Generative AI Agents, Verification And Validation, Human Resource Strategy, AI Personalization, Human Resources, Recruitment, Responsible AI, Talent Acquisition, Data Ethics, Employee Onboarding, Compliance Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Automation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Board Infinity

    React Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Javascript, HTML and CSS, Web Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Web Development, User Interface (UI)

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    LearnQuest

    Advanced Angular Development

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Deployment, Web Development Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Application Design, Server Side, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Performance Tuning

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Illinois Tech

    Model Diagnostics and Remedial Measures

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Transformation, Statistical Methods, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Correlation Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Inference, Linear Algebra, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution

    Build toward a degree

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Packt

    TCP/IP, Routing, and Wireless Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Protocols, Network Security, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Border Gateway Protocol, Network Performance Management, Firewall, Proxy Servers, Encryption, Authentications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Queries with OpenAI: Translate Natural Text to SQL: Coursera
  • Introduction to Software Quality Assurance: Board Infinity
  • Mastering AI Agents for Databases: Packt
  • 少年福利與權利 (Welfare and Rights of Youth): National Taiwan University
  • BiteSize Python for Absolute Beginners: Essentials: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Pointers and Memory in C: Build a Rocket Display Module: Coursera
  • Practice Exam for ISC2 Certified in Cybersecurity (CC): SkillUp
  • Generative AI for HR Professionals: Fractal Analytics
  • React Fundamentals: Board Infinity
  • Advanced Angular Development: LearnQuest

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