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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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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure for AI and Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Deployment, Data Pipelines, Cloud Computing, Software Versioning, CI/CD, Continuous Monitoring, Debugging, Data Storage, Scalability, Data Quality

    4.7
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Llama for Python Programmers

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Open Source Technology, JSON, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Data Processing with Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Data Processing, Analytics, Data Pipelines, Databricks, Apache Spark, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Real Time Data, Data Transformation, Scheduling

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Docker

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Google Cloud Platform, Devops Tools, DevOps, Web Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    90 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Visualization Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Storyboarding, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Manipulation, Ggplot2, Statistical Reporting, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, R Programming, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Rmarkdown, Graphing

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Mastering Portfolio Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Quantitative Research, Performance Analysis, Market Data, Financial Modeling, Investments, Asset Management, Case Studies

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create a Record of Students using Abstraction in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Record Keeping

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Aerial Image Segmentation with PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Python Programming

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    New York University

    Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Art History, Peer Review, Music Performance, World History, Intercultural Competence, Culture, Music, Ancient History, Cultural Diversity, Sociology, Anthropology, Storytelling, Creativity, Non-Verbal Communication, Electronic Media, Digital Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    83 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Software Quality Assurance and Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Performance Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Security Testing, Regression Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Maintainability, Development Testing, Continuous Delivery, Code Review, Scalability, Automation, DevOps, Software Design, Technical Communication, Test Execution Engine, Application Programming Interface (API), Integration Testing, Waterfall Methodology, Agile Methodology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Security Testing, Test Automation, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Test Tools, Test Execution Engine, Test Planning, Application Security, Mobile Development, Browser Compatibility, Application Performance Management

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    104 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Business intelligence and data analytics: Generate insights

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Business Analytics, Dashboard, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Histogram, Business Ethics, Correlation Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistics, Predictive Modeling, Innovation, Sustainable Business

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    464 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Microsoft Azure for AI and Machine Learning: Microsoft
  • Llama for Python Programmers: University of Michigan
  • Data Processing with Azure: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Docker: Google Cloud
  • Data Visualization Capstone: Johns Hopkins University
  • Mastering Portfolio Analysis : Coursera
  • Create a Record of Students using Abstraction in Java: Coursera
  • Aerial Image Segmentation with PyTorch : Coursera
  • Richard Schechner's Introduction to Performance Studies : New York University
  • Software Quality Assurance and Testing: Board Infinity

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