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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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    Edureka

    Java Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Software Engineering, Debugging, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, IntelliJ IDEA, Application Development, Software Development, Virtual Machines

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Business of Health Care

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Financial Statements, Social Determinants Of Health, Managed Care, Operations Management, Income Statement, Employee Performance Management, Financial Analysis, Leadership and Management, Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Innovation, Value-Based Care, Process Improvement and Optimization, Decision Making, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Insurance

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Getting Started with Git and GitHub

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Excel 365 Intermediate – Data Analysis & Advanced Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Cleansing, Business Mathematics

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Zurich

    An Intuitive Introduction to Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Risk Analysis, Finance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Measure Vector Similarity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Rust Programming - A Comprehensive Course for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), File I/O, Data Structures, System Programming, Secure Coding, Software Design Patterns, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Develop Lead Tracking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Transform Healthcare Data: Cleanse and Evaluate

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Data Quality, Clinical Data Management, Health Informatics, Patient Safety, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Data Validation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Text Mining, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Anomaly Detection

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Power Platform Playbook for Digital Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Solution Design, Data Governance, Scalability, No-Code Development, Business Process Automation, Enterprise Architecture, Governance, AI Enablement, Power BI, Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Security, Stakeholder Engagement, Azure DevOps, Innovation, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Immunology: Innate Immunity and B-Cell Function

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Public Health, Anatomy, Molecular Biology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Financial Analyst: AI, Excel, and Power BI Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Financial Statement Analysis, Risk Modeling, Capital Budgeting, Risk Management, Financial Auditing, Data Cleansing, Financial Data, Portfolio Risk, Financial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Descriptive Statistics, Risk Analysis, Budgeting, Credit Risk, Predictive Modeling, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Java Programming Essentials: Edureka
  • The Business of Health Care: University of Pennsylvania
  • Getting Started with Git and GitHub: IBM
  • Excel 365 Intermediate – Data Analysis & Advanced Functions: Packt
  • An Intuitive Introduction to Probability: University of Zurich
  • Measure Vector Similarity: Coursera
  • Rust Programming - A Comprehensive Course for Beginners: Packt
  • Develop Lead Tracking: Coursera
  • Transform Healthcare Data: Cleanse and Evaluate: Coursera
  • The Power Platform Playbook for Digital Transformation: Packt

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