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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 Colorado System

    Proactive Computer Security

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Security Testing, Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Exploitation techniques, Threat Detection

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    262 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MathWorks

    Deep Learning for Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Computer Vision, Model Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Matlab, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Data Visualization, Data Synthesis, Performance Tuning, Data Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAS

    Predictive Modeling with Logistic Regression using SAS

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Model Evaluation, Logistic Regression, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Big Data, Regression Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Data Preprocessing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Machine Learning with ChatGPT: Image Classification Model

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, ChatGPT, Keras (Neural Network Library), Applied Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Data Preprocessing, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Data Import/Export, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Performance Tuning, Artificial Neural Networks

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Imperial College London

    Android Graphics with OpenGL ES

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Android Development, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Android Studio, Computer Graphic Techniques, Animations

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Performing Data Aggregation using SQL Aggregate Functions

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, MySQL, Data Manipulation, Data Access, PostgreSQL, Data Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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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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    Pearson

    Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Knowledge Graphs for RAG

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, LangChain, Large Language Modeling, Embeddings, Query Languages, Vector Databases, Data Storage, Semantic Web, Unstructured Data, Graph Theory

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    90 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    IBM COBOL Basic Testing and Debugging

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Debugging, z/OS, Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Mainframe Computing, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming Tools, File I/O

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    120 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 4

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    The Ultimate Excel VBA Course - Learn and Master VBA Fast

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Scripting, Programming Principles, Automation, Scripting Languages, Microsoft Development Tools, Computational Logic

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Proactive Computer Security: University of Colorado System
  • Deep Learning for Computer Vision: MathWorks
  • Predictive Modeling with Logistic Regression using SAS : SAS
  • Machine Learning with ChatGPT: Image Classification Model: Coursera
  • Android Graphics with OpenGL ES: Imperial College London
  • Performing Data Aggregation using SQL Aggregate Functions: Coursera
  • Create a Record of Students using Abstraction in Java: Coursera
  • Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 1: Pearson
  • Knowledge Graphs for RAG: DeepLearning.AI
  • IBM COBOL Basic Testing and Debugging: IBM

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