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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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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accounting Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Data Visualization, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Matplotlib, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, Classification Algorithms, Excel Macros, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based

    Skills you'll gain: Taxonomy, Spreadsheet Software, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Persona Development, Information Architecture, Text Mining, Descriptive Statistics, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Java Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Improving your statistical inferences

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Scientific Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Quantitative Research, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Sample Size Determination, Research, R Programming, Data Sharing

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    University of Alberta

    Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Markov Model, Algorithms, Probability Distribution

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Data Science in Stratified Healthcare and Precision Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Bioinformatics, Image Analysis, Biomedical Technology, Big Data, Data Science, Data Ethics, Health Informatics, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Data Integration, Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Inferential Statistical Analysis with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Jupyter, Python Programming, Matplotlib, NumPy

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Machine Learning Foundations for Product Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Convolutional Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Computer Vision, Logistic Regression, Supervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Random Forest Algorithm, Data Science, Predictive Analytics, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    计算导论与C语言基础

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Programming Principles, C (Programming Language), Computer Science, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Hardware, Data Structures, Algorithms, Emerging Technologies

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    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Scrimba

    Intro to AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, OpenAI API, Generative AI, Data Ethics, AI Security, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Programming, Key Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Clinical Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Clinical Data Management, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Clinical Research, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Privacy, Data Manipulation, Predictive Modeling, Database Design, Google Cloud Platform, Intensive Care Unit, Data Ethics, Data Quality, Natural Language Processing, Bioinformatics, Informatics, Text Mining, Clinical Informatics, R Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Niel Asher Education

    Olympic Lifting Fundamentals for Strength and Power

    Skills you'll gain: Lifting Ability, Injury Prevention, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Coaching, Train The Trainer, Physical Stamina, Goal Setting, Safety Standards, Mobility Assistance, Mechanics

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    Packt

    Excel Charts and Pivot Tables

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Dashboard, Exploratory Data Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Accounting Data Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Recommender Systems: Non-Personalized and Content-Based: University of Minnesota
  • Improving your statistical inferences: Eindhoven University of Technology
  • Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning: University of Alberta
  • Data Science in Stratified Healthcare and Precision Medicine: The University of Edinburgh
  • Inferential Statistical Analysis with Python: University of Michigan
  • Machine Learning Foundations for Product Managers: Duke University
  • 计算导论与C语言基础: Peking University
  • Intro to AI Engineering: Scrimba
  • Clinical Data Science: University of Colorado System

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