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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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    AI CERTs

    AI in Healthcare & Drug Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Responsible AI, Drug Development, AI Product Strategy, Clinical Trials, Tensorflow, Pharmaceuticals, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), AI Enablement, Bioinformatics, Healthcare Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Generative AI Agents, Regulatory Affairs, Hospital Medicine, Drug Interaction, Agentic systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Understand RAG Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Embeddings, Context Management, Large Language Modeling, Vector Databases, Data Pipelines, Applied Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Implement Hand Gesture Recognition with OpenCV

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Programming Languages, Part A

    Skills you'll gain: Software Installation, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Functional Design, Computer Programming, Ruby (Programming Language), Theoretical Computer Science, Software Design, Computational Thinking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    SLIs and SLOs Demystified

    Skills you'll gain: Site Reliability Engineering, Service Level, Service Level Agreement, Reliability, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), System Monitoring, Application Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Continuous Monitoring, Operational Performance Management, Return On Investment, DevOps, Customer experience improvement, Incident Management, Software Development, Prioritization, Business Leadership

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Design and Build a Student Score Card System with SQL Server

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Application, Microsoft SQL Servers, Data Integrity, Databases, Database Management, Data Modeling, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Application Development, User Interface (UI)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Visualize BI Data

    Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Looker (Software), Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Power BI, Business Analytics, Histogram, Data Analysis, Business Marketing, Trend Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Multisim GUI Skills for Circuit Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Simulation and Simulation Software, Verification And Validation, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Technical Design, Schematic Diagrams, Debugging, Computer-Aided Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Collaborate Seamlessly

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Team Building, Project Coordination, Teamwork, Team Management, Workflow Management, Internal Communications, Delegation Skills, Communication Strategies, Resource Allocation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Matrix Algebra for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Algebra, Engineering Analysis, General Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic, Computational Logic

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    SEO and Content Optimization for Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Social Media Content, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Content, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Design, Web Analytics and SEO, Graphic Design, Content Strategy, Style Guides, Content Marketing, Content Management, Marketing Materials, Branding, Brand Management, Auditing, Sales Process, Report Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Accounting Spreadsheets: Formulas, Validation, Formatting

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Accounting, Data Integrity, Financial Reporting, Vocabulary, Business Reporting, Data Visualization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • AI in Healthcare & Drug Discovery: AI CERTs
  • Understand RAG Basics: Coursera
  • Implement Hand Gesture Recognition with OpenCV: EDUCBA
  • Programming Languages, Part A: University of Washington
  • SLIs and SLOs Demystified: Packt
  • Design and Build a Student Score Card System with SQL Server: EDUCBA
  • Visualize BI Data: Coursera
  • Apply Multisim GUI Skills for Circuit Design: EDUCBA
  • Collaborate Seamlessly: Coursera
  • Matrix Algebra for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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