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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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    Packt

    Foundations of IT Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Information Technology, Operating Systems, Web Applications, Collaborative Software, Computer Literacy, Python Programming, Application Development, Microsoft Office, Linux, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Engineering Practices, Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Classification Algorithms, Engineering Analysis, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Neural Networks

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    AI Agents: From Prompts to Multi-Agent Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI, AI Orchestration, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Innovation, Algorithms

    4.6
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    111 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Metasploit for Beginners: Ethical Penetration Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Machines, Linux, Technical Documentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    70 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Battery Pack Balancing and Power Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Power, Electrical Engineering, Estimation, Simulations, Electronic Systems, Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Model Evaluation, Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems, Electronic Components, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    105 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Exception Handling in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Code Review, Debugging, Scripting, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Software Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California San Diego

    Learn to Teach Java: Inheritance and Recursion

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Pedagogy, Debugging, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Cultural Responsiveness, Digital pedagogy, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Data Analysis and Visualization with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, File I/O, NumPy, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), Data Structures, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiration, Physiology, Neurology, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Reporting, Data Quality, Data Preprocessing, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis Software, Data Import/Export

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    93 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    AI Workflow: AI in Production

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Deployment, Unit Testing, Docker (Software), Containerization, Kubernetes, AI Workflows, IBM Cloud, Microservices, Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Business Metrics, Natural Language Processing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Science, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Battery State-of-Health (SOH) Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Model Evaluation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Mathematics, Laboratory Testing, Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Electric Power Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Electrical Power, Statistical Methods, Electronic Components, Research, Scripting, Algorithms, Calculus

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations of IT Fundamentals: Packt
  • Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations: University of Glasgow
  • AI Agents: From Prompts to Multi-Agent Systems: University of California, Davis
  • Metasploit for Beginners: Ethical Penetration Testing: Coursera
  • Battery Pack Balancing and Power Estimation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Exception Handling in Python: Coursera
  • Learn to Teach Java: Inheritance and Recursion: University of California San Diego
  • Data Analysis and Visualization with Python: Arizona State University
  • Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R: Coursera

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