Functional programming courses can help you learn concepts like first-class functions, immutability, and higher-order functions, along with practical techniques for managing state and side effects. You can build skills in recursive problem-solving, data transformation, and leveraging pure functions for cleaner code. Many courses introduce tools such as Haskell, Scala, and JavaScript, showcasing how these languages facilitate functional programming principles and enhance software development practices.

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Android Development, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Interactive Design, Application Development, No-Code Development, Data Storage, Game Design, Program Development, Geographic Information Systems, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Development Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Distributed Computing, Unsupervised Learning, Network Model, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Performance Tuning, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Heat Maps, Network Architecture
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Forecasting, Peer Review, Statistical Methods, Predictive Analytics, Customer Analysis, Case Studies, Information Technology, Analytical Skills, Digital Transformation, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, People Analytics, Statistical Programming, Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, R Programming, Data Analysis
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Excel Macros, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Data Validation, Productivity Software, Data Sharing, Microsoft Word, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Probability Distribution, R Programming, Regression Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Apple iOS, JSON, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, iOS Development, Responsive Web Design, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Programming Principles, Apple software proficiency, Transaction Processing, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), Application Development, UI Components, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Storage, Data Modeling
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Scientific Visualization, Data Storytelling, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Heat Maps, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Transformation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Mapping, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Application Programming Interface (API), Analysis, Decision Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: OpenAI, Generative AI Agents, LangGraph, ChatGPT, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Semantic Web, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Text Mining, Verification And Validation, Application Deployment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Linux, Scripting, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Scripting Languages, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Systems Administration, IT Automation, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Hosting, Object-Relational Mapping, YAML, Python Programming, Databases, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Administration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Containerization, Prompt Engineering, Scalability, Docker (Software), Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Generative AI Agents, Microservices, Program Development, Microsoft Azure, LangChain, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), System Testing, Artificial Intelligence, Test Case, Distributed Computing, Serverless Computing, Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Digital Design, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Computer Programming, Matlab, Algorithms, Calculus, Probability & Statistics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks