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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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    Codio

    Bash Scripting and System Configuration

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Ubuntu, Shell Script, Scripting, Unix, Unix Commands, Linux, System Configuration, Linux Commands, File Management, Software Installation

    3.1
    Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Performance Optimization and Scalability

    Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Software Architecture, Microsoft Copilot, Application Design, Performance Testing, Systems Architecture, Application Performance Management, Distributed Computing, Database Management, Middleware, SQL

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Solidity In-Depth: Arrays, Mappings, and Advanced Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Blockchain, Programming Principles, Data Management, Secure Coding, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Cryptography

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Master C# and SQL by Building Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, Stored Procedure, Database Management, SQL, Database Development, C# (Programming Language), Application Development, Development Environment, Microsoft Visual Studio, User Interface (UI), Data Access, Email Automation, Document Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Mastering Multithreading with Go

    Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Web Development

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Use Python for Non-Data Role

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Project Schedules, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Email Automation, Data Literacy, Data Structures, Data Manipulation

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Git and GitHub Complete Master Class

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Unix Commands, Unix Shell, Software Versioning, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Devops Tools, Collaborative Software, Code Review, Software Configuration Management, Software Development Tools, Secure Coding, File Management, Technical Documentation, Software Documentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Adding Electronics to Rapid Prototypes

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Prototyping, Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Hardware Design, Embedded Systems, Machine Controls

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Unity C# Scripting — Complete C# for Unity Game Development

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, 3D Assets, AI Workflows, Development Environment, Programming Principles

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IIT Bombay

    Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Advertising, Market Research, Value Propositions, Brand Management, Customer Relationship Management, Target Market, Marketing Communications, Logistics, Customer Insights, Supply Chain Management, Sales Management, B2B Sales, Marketing Strategies, Selling Techniques, Competitive Analysis, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Generative Pre-trained Transformers (GPT)

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, LLM Application, OpenAI, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Financial Statements in Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Snowflake Schema, Power BI, Financial Statements, Business Intelligence, Financial Reporting, Cash Flows, Microsoft Excel, Financial Data, Data Modeling, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, SQL

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Bash Scripting and System Configuration: Codio
  • Performance Optimization and Scalability: Microsoft
  • Solidity In-Depth: Arrays, Mappings, and Advanced Structures: Packt
  • Master C# and SQL by Building Applications: Packt
  • Mastering Multithreading with Go: Edureka
  • Use Python for Non-Data Role: Coursera
  • Git and GitHub Complete Master Class: Packt
  • Adding Electronics to Rapid Prototypes: Arizona State University
  • Unity C# Scripting — Complete C# for Unity Game Development: Packt
  • Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally: IIT Bombay

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