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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Back-End

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Pseudocode, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Engineering Software, Diagram Design, C# (Programming Language), Version Control, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Software Engineering, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    115 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    C++ Basics and Core Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Development Environment, C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Data Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Open Source Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, System Programming, Pseudocode, Program Development, Event-Driven Programming, Software Design, User Interface (UI), Data Structures

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    JavaScript Foundations and Basic Programming Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Web Development Tools, Javascript, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Debugging, HTML and CSS, Data Structures

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    Python Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Python Programming, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to Programming with C#12 and .NET8

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Programming Principles

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative AI for Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Database Design, LLM Application, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Collaborative Software, Software Testing, OpenAI API, Application Design, Generative AI, Database Management, AI Enablement, Code Review, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Dependency Analysis, Software Engineering, Software Development, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    803 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    C Programming Bootcamp - The Complete C Language Course

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Storage

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Data Modeling, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), .NET Framework, Computer Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    The Non-Coder’s Guide to Vibe Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, No-Code Development, Presentations, Application Development, Generative AI, Web Applications, Automation, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Design, Interactive Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, New Product Development, Creative Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Creativity, Application Deployment

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Codio

    C++ Basic Structures: Vectors, Pointers, Strings, and Files

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Import/Export, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, File Management, Computer Programming, Data Store, Computer Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    237 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    JavaScript Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, jQuery, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JSON, Web Applications, Computer Programming, Web Development Tools, Debugging, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations of Coding Back-End: Microsoft
  • C++ Basics and Core Concepts: Packt
  • Introduction to Open Source Application Development: Illinois Tech
  • JavaScript Foundations and Basic Programming Concepts: Packt
  • Python Programming Essentials: Rice University
  • Introduction to Programming with C#12 and .NET8: Packt
  • Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
  • C Programming Bootcamp - The Complete C Language Course: Packt
  • Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections: LearnQuest
  • The Non-Coder’s Guide to Vibe Coding: SkillsBooster Academy

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