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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


  • C

    Codio

    Software Testing for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Cucumber (Software), Postman API Platform, Software Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Test Tools, Selenium (Software), Test Driven Development (TDD), API Testing, Unit Testing, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Test Automation, Web Development Tools, Usability Testing, User Interface (UI), Test Case, Javascript

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    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)

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Machine Learning in Retail

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Customer Insights, Marketing Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Web Analytics, Retail Store Operations, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Histogram, Decision Tree Learning, Model Evaluation, Pandas (Python Package)

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Infosec

    C++ Lab Content

    Skills you'll gain: Exploit development, C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Secure Coding, Application Security, System Programming, Debugging, Vulnerability Assessments

    2.7
    Rating, 2.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    ChatGPT and AI for Accountants

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Fraud detection, Accounting Software, ChatGPT, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Management Accounting, Tax Compliance, Tax Management, Accounting, Real Time Data, Auditing, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Practice Management, Financial Forecasting, Anomaly Detection, Predictive Analytics, Generative AI

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Python and Rust with Linux Command Line Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Serverless Computing, Command-Line Interface, Maintainability, Amazon Web Services, Linux Commands, Application Deployment, Software Development Tools, Program Development, System Programming, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Software Testing

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Invoice Processing: From Receipt to Routing

    Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable, Invoicing, Billing & Invoicing, Vendor Relationship Management, Payment Processing and Collection, Process Mapping, Project Documentation, Workflow Management, Accounting and Finance Software, Procedure Development, Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Business Process Automation, Document Control, Digital Transformation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Rust for DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Containerization, CI/CD, Docker (Software), DevOps, Jenkins, Application Deployment, Rust (Programming Language), Prometheus (Software), System Monitoring, JSON, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Continuous Monitoring, Automation, System Programming, Software Testing, GitHub

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Customer Service Representatives

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Customer Analysis, Customer Service, Customer experience improvement, AI Enablement, LLM Application, Natural Language Processing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Cisco CCNP Security SCOR (Exam 350-701)

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Detection and Response, Cloud Security, Network Administration, Infrastructure Security, Encryption, Cloud Computing, Authorization (Computing), Network Architecture, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Identity and Access Management, Email Security, Application Security, Human Factors (Security), Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, Local Area Networks, Data Security, Authentications, Malware Protection, Mobile Security

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Security for Blockchain and DApps

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Security Controls, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Security Engineering, Application Security, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Secure Coding, Data Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Security Testing, Vulnerability Management, Transaction Processing, Risk Management, Code Review, Data Integrity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google AppSheet: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Google Workspace, Data Entry, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Data Maintenance, Data Manipulation, Data Validation, Web Applications, Data Management

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Software Testing for Developers: Codio
  • Advanced Git and GitHub Practices: Packt
  • Machine Learning in Retail: Coursera
  • C++ Lab Content: Infosec
  • ChatGPT and AI for Accountants: Packt
  • Python and Rust with Linux Command Line Tools: Duke University
  • Invoice Processing: From Receipt to Routing: Coursera
  • Rust for DevOps: Duke University
  • GenAI for Customer Service Representatives: Coursera
  • Cisco CCNP Security SCOR (Exam 350-701): Packt

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