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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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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Spanish for the Workplace: From basics to business

    Skills you'll gain: Bilingual (Spanish/English), Office Procedures, Interviewing Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Programming for Python Data Science: Principles to Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), NumPy, Data Cleansing, Data Structures, Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Debugging, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Simulations, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Intermediate Rust Programming and Web Server Development

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Authentications, Back-End Web Development, Web Servers, Web Frameworks, Databases, Server Side, Web Applications, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Sharing, Data Structures, Memory Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Camera Basics for Video: Foundations for Video Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Videography, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Cinematography, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Creativity, Content Creation, Leadership, Image Quality, Planning, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Basics of Fire Protection, Detection and Life Safety Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Safety Assurance, Safety Standards, Building Services Engineering, Building Design, Facility Management and Maintenance, Hazard Analysis, Design Specifications, Systems Integration

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Building with Code: Programming Fundamentals and Open Source

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Web Development, Linux, Shell Script, Database Design, Ubuntu, Relational Databases, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Unix Shell, Test Driven Development (TDD), Python Programming, Linux Administration, Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Scripting Languages, Javascript, Database Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    Unreal Engine 5 For Beginners: World Building Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Game Design, Post-Production, Image Quality, Model Optimization, Data Import/Export

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Grok Comprehensive Guide: From Basics to Advanced Features

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Productivity, AI Workflows, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Security, AI Personalization, Creative Problem-Solving, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Innovation, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Automation, Critical Thinking, digital literacy, Digital Assets, Information Technology, Natural Language Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Using Linux Tools and Libraries - 7

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Embedded Software, C and C++, C (Programming Language), Linux, Embedded Systems, System Programming, Build Tools, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Program Development, Computer Programming Tools, Code Reusability, Software Installation, Development Environment, Application Development, Make.com, Computer Programming, File Management, Dependency Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    R Programming: Conditionals, Loops, Functions, and Packages

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, R Programming, Package and Software Management, R (Software), Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Development, Data Science, Computer Programming Tools, Data Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    XHTML - Advanced Server Side Programming with PHP

    Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), File I/O, Web Applications, Responsive Web Design, MySQL, Web Design and Development, Server Side, HTML and CSS, Data Import/Export, Back-End Web Development, Scripting Languages, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Scripting, Database Development, Code Reusability, File Management, File Systems, SQL, Data Structures

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Programming with Ladder, FBD & Structured Text

    Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Code Reusability, Performance Tuning, Computational Logic, Functional Design, Fine-tuning

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Spanish for the Workplace: From basics to business: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Programming for Python Data Science: Principles to Practice: Duke University
  • Intermediate Rust Programming and Web Server Development: Packt
  • Camera Basics for Video: Foundations for Video Creation: Skillshare
  • Basics of Fire Protection, Detection and Life Safety Systems: L&T EduTech
  • Building with Code: Programming Fundamentals and Open Source: Illinois Tech
  • Unreal Engine 5 For Beginners: World Building Basics: Skillshare
  • Grok Comprehensive Guide: From Basics to Advanced Features: SkillsBooster Academy
  • C Programming: Using Linux Tools and Libraries - 7: Dartmouth College
  • R Programming: Conditionals, Loops, Functions, and Packages: Logical Operations

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