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Functional Programming Courses

Functional programming courses can help you learn concepts like first-class functions, immutability, and higher-order functions, along with practical techniques for managing state and side effects. You can build skills in recursive problem-solving, data transformation, and leveraging pure functions for cleaner code. Many courses introduce tools such as Haskell, Scala, and JavaScript, showcasing how these languages facilitate functional programming principles and enhance software development practices.

Popular Functional Programming Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Pearson

    Data Science Fundamentals, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Validation, Data Transformation, Applied Machine Learning, Object-Relational Mapping, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Web Scraping, Data Quality, Data Pipelines, Pandas (Python Package), Descriptive Statistics, Data Modeling, Data Science, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Analysis

    ★ 4 (6) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Machine Learning for Kyphosis Disease Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Data Visualization Software, Data Cleansing, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Random Forest Algorithm, Decision Tree Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Data Science, Model Training, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Python Programming

    ★ 4.6 (13) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    Azure DevOps and Continuous Delivery with Git

    Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps, Azure DevOps Pipelines, Continuous Delivery, CI/CD, DevOps, Devops Tools, Test Planning, Continuous Integration, Software Development Methodologies, Git (Version Control System), Agile Software Development, YAML, Continuous Deployment, GitHub, Agile Methodology, Microsoft Development Tools, Test Automation, Version Control, Agile Project Management, Application Deployment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Reproducibility in Cancer Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Code Review, Open Source Technology, Code Reusability, GitHub, Scientific Methods, Software Documentation, Science and Research, Technical Documentation, Informatics, Software Versioning, R (Software), Data Analysis, Programming Principles, R Programming, Git (Version Control System), Integrated Development Environments

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with BSP and Embedded C

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Internet Of Things, Hardware Troubleshooting, System Programming, System Software, Peripheral Devices, System Configuration, C (Programming Language), Software Architecture, Simulations, Development Environment, Debugging, Systems Integration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Blockchain Basics and Smart Contract Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Application Development, Emerging Technologies, Integrated Development Environments, Other Programming Languages, Program Development, Secure Coding, Data Structures, Data Mapping

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    MYSQL Workbench إنشاء و تصميم قواعد البيانات باستخدام

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Database Design, MySQL, Database Development, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Management, SQL, Data Maintenance, Data Entry, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Data Science

    ★ 5 (11) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Build & Implement a 2D Flappy Chopper Game in Unity

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Virtual Environment, Animations, User Interface (UI), UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Program Development, Debugging, Scripting, C# (Programming Language)

    ★ 5 (18) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Modern JavaScript with ES6

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Javascript, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos: Proyecto final

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Software Design Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Software Documentation, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Video Production, Prototyping, Digital Publishing, User Interface (UI)

    ★ 5 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    SSIS: Design, Implement & Automate ETL Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Extract, Transform, Load, Data Warehousing, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Integration, Data Mining, Advanced Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Processing, SQL, Dataflow, Workflow Management

    ★ 4.6 (17) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Building Modern Distributed Systems with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Java Programming, Load Balancing, Middleware, Database Management Systems, NoSQL, Event-Driven Programming, Databases, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Computer Systems, Remote Access Systems, Microservices, Scalability, Service Management, Communication Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Data Science Fundamentals, Part 1: Pearson
  • Machine Learning for Kyphosis Disease Classification: Coursera
  • Azure DevOps and Continuous Delivery with Git: Packt
  • Introduction to Reproducibility in Cancer Informatics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Getting Started with BSP and Embedded C: Coursera
  • Blockchain Basics and Smart Contract Foundations: Packt
  • MYSQL Workbench إنشاء و تصميم قواعد البيانات باستخدام: Coursera
  • Build & Implement a 2D Flappy Chopper Game in Unity: EDUCBA
  • Modern JavaScript with ES6: Packt
  • Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos: Proyecto final: Universidad de los Andes

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