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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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    Packt

    Modern Natural Language Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Large Language Modeling, Text Mining, Semantic Web, Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Python Programming, Cryptography, Generative Model Architectures, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Unsupervised Learning, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Optimization of SQL query Tuning and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Performance Tuning, Database Management, Database Development, Databases, PostgreSQL, Data Access

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    BigQuery Fundamentals for Snowflake Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, SQL, Data Integration, Google Cloud Platform, Data Warehousing, Database Design, Data Processing, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Architecture, Data Modeling, Real Time Data

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Modern Web Development: Advanced HTML & CSS

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Angular, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Design, Web Design and Development, React.js, UI Components, Web Analytics and SEO, JavaScript Frameworks, Semantic Web, Performance Tuning, Browser Compatibility, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Web Applications, Web Development

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Particle Filters (and Navigation)

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Numerical Analysis, Estimation, Simulations, Matlab, Global Positioning Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Computational Thinking, Engineering Analysis, Algorithms, Computer Programming Tools

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Large Multimodal Model Prompting with Gemini

    Skills you'll gain: Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, LLM Application, Tool Calling, Generative AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Image Analysis, Text Mining, Real Time Data

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Connect Services with Microsoft Azure Service Bus

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Middleware, Cloud Development, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud Applications, Microservices, C# (Programming Language), Distributed Computing, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud Services, Communication Systems, Cloud Storage, Real Time Data

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    How to Analyze Tweet Engagement with Twitter Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media Content, Brand Awareness, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Customer Engagement, Advertising, Market Analysis, Performance Analysis, Analysis, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    MLOps in R: Deploying machine learning models using vetiver

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Continuous Deployment, Application Deployment, R Programming, Dashboard, Health Informatics, Continuous Monitoring, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Docker (Software), Data Manipulation, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    React - State management in functional components (HOOKS)

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Javascript, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Web Development

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Case Study - To-do List Application

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Web Applications, Development Environment, Django (Web Framework), Web Development, Development Testing, Program Development, Software Development Methodologies, Virtual Environment, Scripting, Software Installation, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Build a Resilient, Asynchronous System with Cloud Run and Pub/Sub

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Serverless Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Systems Design, Distributed Computing, Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Deployment, Middleware, Cloud Management, System Programming, Network Architecture

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Modern Natural Language Processing: Packt
  • Optimization of SQL query Tuning and Performance: Coursera
  • BigQuery Fundamentals for Snowflake Professionals: Google Cloud
  • Modern Web Development: Advanced HTML & CSS: Board Infinity
  • Particle Filters (and Navigation): University of Colorado System
  • Large Multimodal Model Prompting with Gemini: DeepLearning.AI
  • Connect Services with Microsoft Azure Service Bus: Microsoft
  • How to Analyze Tweet Engagement with Twitter Analytics: Coursera
  • MLOps in R: Deploying machine learning models using vetiver: Coursera
  • React - State management in functional components (HOOKS): Coursera

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