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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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    Coursera

    Bases y primeros pasos en R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Scripting, R Programming, Data Processing, Statistical Programming, Data Structures

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, File Management, Algorithms, Debugging, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Robotic Path Planning and Task Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computer Vision, Real-Time Operating Systems, Control Systems, Data Structures, Python Programming, Simulations

    Build toward a degree

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to JavaScript Arrays

    Skills you'll gain: Web Development Tools, Data Structures, Javascript, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
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    F

    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI for HR Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Employee Engagement, Generative AI Agents, Verification And Validation, Human Resource Strategy, AI Personalization, Human Resources, Recruitment, Responsible AI, Talent Acquisition, Data Ethics, Employee Onboarding, Compliance Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Automation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Composición algorítmica en Supercollider

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Music Theory, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Development Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Multimedia, Data Mapping, Debugging

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    Scrimba

    Intro to Claude AI

    Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Generative AI, Multimodal Prompts, Cloud API, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    L&T EduTech

    CPS Design for Mechatronics, Healthcare, EV & Robotics

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Electronic Systems, Automation, Control Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, Power Electronics, Medical Devices, Electrical Systems, Health Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Electronic Components, Hydraulics, Computer Programming Tools

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Artificial Intelligence in Finance and Wealth Management

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Wealth Management, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Financial Services, Applied Machine Learning, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Learning Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, FinTech, Data Mining, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Planning, Relationship Building, Risk Modeling, Legal Risk, Mobile Development, Human Computer Interaction

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    Johns Hopkins University

    Point of Care Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Diagnostic Tests, Epidemiology, Patient Evaluation, Microbiology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Devices, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Technology, Medical Science and Research, Patient Treatment, Molecular Biology, Innovation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    C

    Coursera

    GenAI for PR Specialists

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Public Relations, Content Creation, Marketing and Public Relations, Responsible AI, Media Relations, Productivity Software, Crisis Management, Prompt Engineering, Team Leadership, Promotions and Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Simplest Guide™ to Clinical Data Analysis with SAS

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Research, Case Report Forms, SAS (Software), Pharmaceuticals, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Informed Consent, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Statistics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Bases y primeros pasos en R: Coursera
  • The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master: Packt
  • Robotic Path Planning and Task Execution: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to JavaScript Arrays: Coursera
  • Generative AI for HR Professionals: Fractal Analytics
  • Composición algorítmica en Supercollider: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Intro to Claude AI: Scrimba
  • CPS Design for Mechatronics, Healthcare, EV & Robotics: L&T EduTech
  • Artificial Intelligence in Finance and Wealth Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Point of Care Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections: Johns Hopkins University

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