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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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    IBM

    Data Analysis with R

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Transformation, R Programming, Data Visualization, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Methods, R (Software), Data Manipulation, Plot (Graphics), Data Science, Box Plots, Statistical Visualization, Correlation Analysis, Model Training, Tidyverse (R Package)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Basics of Chatbots with Machine Learning & Python

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Collection, Data Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAS

    Preparing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Access, Data Import/Export, SAS (Software), Microsoft Excel, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Swift Programming Fundamentals & Intro to SwiftUI

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Application Deployment, Mobile Development, Programming Principles, Application Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Knowledge of Apple Software, User Interface (UI) Design, Functional Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Microsoft Excel Basics for Data Management

    Skills you'll gain: Data Entry, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Management, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Data Presentation, Productivity Software

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Game Design, C# (Programming Language), Code Reusability, Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Data Import/Export, Data Persistence, Configuration Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    More Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Computational Thinking, Software Development, Event-Driven Programming, Programming Principles, Software Engineering, Debugging, Problem Solving, Game Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Data Structures, Python Programming, Video Game Development, Algorithms, Application Development, Computer Science, Functional Testing, User Interface (UI) Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Ansible From Basics to Guru: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, IT Automation, Automation, Devops Tools, Linux Servers, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Windows Servers, Command-Line Interface, YAML, Configuration Management, Microsoft Windows

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    5G Open RAN Essentials: Architecture & Ecosystem Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Network Architecture, Interoperability, Telecommunications, Open Source Technology, Emerging Technologies, Value Propositions, Strategic Thinking, Technology Strategies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Vendor Management, Cost Reduction, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Terraform in AWS from Basics to Guru

    Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Network Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Architecture, IT Automation, Network Planning And Design, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Multi-Cloud, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Microsoft Azure, Public Cloud, Wide Area Networks, General Networking, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM)

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator

    Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Program Development, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Software Development, Computer Science

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    HMI Design and Intermediate PLC Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Animations, Human Machine Interfaces, UI Components, Control Panels, Interactive Design, Simulations, Interactive Data Visualization, Debugging, Electrical Safety, User Interface (UI) Design, Program Development, Computational Logic, Authorization (Computing), System Configuration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Data Analysis with R: IBM
  • Basics of Chatbots with Machine Learning & Python: Packt
  • Preparing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam : SAS
  • Swift Programming Fundamentals & Intro to SwiftUI: Packt
  • Apply Microsoft Excel Basics for Data Management: EDUCBA
  • Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games: University of Colorado System
  • More Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Ansible From Basics to Guru: Unit 1: Pearson
  • 5G Open RAN Essentials: Architecture & Ecosystem Basics: Coursera
  • Terraform in AWS from Basics to Guru: Pearson

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