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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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    Packt

    PyTorch Ultimate 2024 - From Basics to Cutting-Edge

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Generative AI, Supervised Learning, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Dimensionality Reduction, Text Mining, Network Model, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Processing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Parallel, Concurrent, and Distributed Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Distributed Computing, Dataflow, Java Programming, Java, Middleware, Scala Programming, Data Structures, System Programming, Programming Principles, Servers, Application Frameworks, Debugging, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Network Protocols, Computer Science

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Advanced Java Programming and Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Java, File Management, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Test Automation, Web Scraping, Apache, Web Development Tools, Data Import/Export, Verification And Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Pointers and Memory Management - 4

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Software Visualization, Computer Engineering, Embedded Software, System Programming, Computer Programming, Operating Systems, Data Structures, Linux

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    62 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Ansible From Basics to Guru: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Kubernetes, Virtual Machines, Containerization, Docker (Software), Virtualization and Virtual Machines, IT Automation, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, YAML, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Windows Servers, Microsoft Windows, Network Administration, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Rust Programming and AutoGPT Development

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, OpenAI, Code Review, API Gateway, Command-Line Interface, Generative AI, LLM Application, Rust (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Key Management, Application Programming Interface (API), Prompt Engineering, Software Technical Review, Verification And Validation, Development Testing, Unit Testing, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lund University

    The Juliet Language for Motion Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Automation Engineering, Programming Principles, Control Systems, Automation, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Robotic Process Automation, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Java Programming: Java Fundamental Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Integrated Development Environments, Mobile Development, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Data Structures

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot

    Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Embedded Systems, Linux, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, Shell Script, File Systems, OS Process Management, Build Tools, C and C++, Cross Platform Development, Debugging, Electrical Engineering

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Python Programming, Scripting, Computational Logic, Computer Science, File Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Programming for the Internet of Things Project

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Functional Requirement, Systems Design, System Requirements, System Design and Implementation, Software Design, Prototyping, Technical Design, Conceptual Design, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Introduction to Rust Programming and Core Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Development Environment, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, System Programming, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • PyTorch Ultimate 2024 - From Basics to Cutting-Edge: Packt
  • Parallel, Concurrent, and Distributed Programming in Java: Rice University
  • Advanced Java Programming and Web Development: Packt
  • C Programming: Pointers and Memory Management - 4: Dartmouth College
  • Ansible From Basics to Guru: Unit 4: Pearson
  • Advanced Rust Programming and AutoGPT Development: Packt
  • The Juliet Language for Motion Programming: Lund University
  • Introduction to Java Programming: Java Fundamental Concepts: Coursera
  • Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction: Codio

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