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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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    LearnQuest

    Developing AI Applications on Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Application Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Application Programming Interface (API)

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    978 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Logical Reasoning, Cryptographic Protocols, Combinatorics, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Cryptography, Probability, Key Management, Computational Thinking, Encryption, Probability Distribution, Network Analysis, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Theoretical Computer Science, Bayesian Statistics, Python Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Arithmetic

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    3.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    Python Project for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Transformation, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Manipulation, SQL, Integrated Development Environments, Data Processing, Databases, Application Programming Interface (API), Code Review, Restful API, Python Programming, Unit Testing, Style Guides

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    813 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
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    Status: Free Trial
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    MathWorks

    MATLAB Skills for the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Matlab, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Generative AI, Interactive Data Visualization, UI Components, Mathematical Modeling, Data Visualization, Interactive Design, LLM Application, Data Sharing, Scientific Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Data Processing, User Interface (UI) Design, Engineering Calculations, Programming Principles

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Developing Data Products

    Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Rmarkdown, Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, R (Software), R Programming, Data Mapping, Statistical Reporting, Web Applications, Package and Software Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.3K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    B

    Board Infinity

    Java FullStack Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, HTML and CSS, Data Structures, Spring Boot, Eclipse (Software), Restful API, Java Programming, JavaScript Frameworks, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Model View Controller, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Java, Front-End Web Development, Spring Framework, Object Oriented Design, Web Services, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design Patterns, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    806 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    Duke University

    Rust Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Development Testing, Software Testing, Data Structures, Debugging, GitHub, Programming Principles, Package and Software Management, Integrated Development Environments, Secure Coding, System Programming

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    204 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    Data Analysis with NumPy and Pandas

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, NumPy, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Business Reporting, Jupyter, Data Wrangling, Microsoft Excel, Data Transformation, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Analytics, Data Processing, Management Reporting, Business Analytics, Python Programming, Numerical Analysis

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    AI Driven Machine Learning with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Matplotlib, Feature Engineering, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Jupyter, Image Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Data Visualization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Amazon Web Services, Python Programming, Cloud Applications, Data Transformation, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Health Informatics, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Full-Stack

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Programming Principles, Full-Stack Web Development, GitHub, Version Control, Program Development, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Pseudocode, Git (Version Control System), Web Design and Development, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Web Development, C# (Programming Language), Data Structures, Back-End Web Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    155 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
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    Pearson

    Strategic Monoliths and Microservices

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Solution Architecture, Business Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Microservices, Service Oriented Architecture, Software Design, Software Design Patterns, Technology Strategies, Event-Driven Programming, Serverless Computing, Digital Transformation, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Restful API, Innovation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    IBM

    IBM Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Software Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Risk Management, Peer Review, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Kanban Principles, Project Schedules, Resource Planning, Project Management, IT Management, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Leadership, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    5.4K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Developing AI Applications on Azure: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science: University of California San Diego
  • Python Project for Data Engineering: IBM
  • MATLAB Skills for the AI Era: MathWorks
  • Developing Data Products: Johns Hopkins University
  • Java FullStack Developer: Board Infinity
  • Rust Fundamentals: Duke University
  • Data Analysis with NumPy and Pandas: EDUCBA
  • AI Driven Machine Learning with Python: EDUCBA
  • Foundations of Coding Full-Stack: Microsoft

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