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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Open Source Technology
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Application Design, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, Context Management, Software Design Patterns
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Storytelling, Analytics, Excel Formulas, Predictive Modeling, Anomaly Detection, Python Programming, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Application Deployment, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Application Development, Web Development, HTML and CSS, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, PostgreSQL, Query Languages
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, Stored Procedure, Database Development, SQL, Performance Tuning, Relational Databases, Query Languages, JSON, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Data Lakes, Microsoft SQL Servers, Transact-SQL, Data Integration, Cloud Storage, SQL, File Management
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Apache Hive, Database Management, SQL, Big Data, Database Systems, Amazon Web Services, Data Management, Amazon S3, Apache Hadoop, Data Storage, Cloud Storage, Performance Tuning, File Systems, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Machines
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Learning Strategies, Student Support and Services, Academic Advising, Time Management, Lifelong Learning, Personal Development, Planning, Collaboration, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Adaptability, Relationship Building
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Restful API, ASP.NET, Model View Controller, JSON, API Design, Web Services, Middleware, Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Business Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Promotional Strategies
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Deep Learning, Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks