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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 California, Davis

    JavaScript for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, Ajax, Javascript, Data Manipulation, Data Validation, UI Components, HTML and CSS, Scripting, JSON, Scripting Languages, Event-Driven Programming, Web Development Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Game Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Animations

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDHEC Business School

    Investment Management with Python and Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Asset Management, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Financial Data, Market Data, Unstructured Data, Web Scraping, Machine Learning, Social Network Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Risk Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Princeton University

    Algorithms, Part II

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Network Routing, Cryptography, Java Programming, Linear Algebra

    4.9
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    2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Python Essentials for MLOps

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), NumPy, Data Manipulation, Software Testing, Data Import/Export, Test Automation, Python Programming, Debugging, Data Structures, Machine Learning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting, Program Development, Numerical Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), Command-Line Interface

    4.3
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    320 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Business Value and Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Recognition, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Organizational Structure, Waterfall Methodology, Organizational Leadership, Management Training And Development, Project Closure, Accrual Accounting, Business Management, Organizational Strategy, Business Ethics, Cash Flows, Change Management, Accounting, Business Leadership, Project Implementation, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Project Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Work Smarter with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Writing, Editing, Computer Literacy, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    English for Journalism

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Research, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Vocabulary, Media and Communications, Grammar, Electronic Media, Digital Publishing, English Language, Storytelling, Editing, Proofreading, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Design That Scales: Sustainable Design Systems

    Skills you'll gain: UI Components, Systems Design, Software Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design, Design Software, Scalability, Design and Product, Agile Methodology, Usability, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Design Research, Style Guides, Information Architecture, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), UI/UX Research, Product Testing, System Programming, Prompt Patterns

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: From Concept to Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Probability Distribution, R Programming, Regression Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Practical Apps & Interaction Patterns

    Skills you'll gain: UI Components, Swift Programming, Apple iOS, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Application Development, Cross Platform Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Animations, Typography, Data Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Mindfulness and Well-being: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Self-Awareness, Mental Health, Mental Concentration, Stress Management, Personal Development, Resilience, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Overcoming Obstacles, Patience, Emotional Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    857 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Machine Learning Projects in R with Caret

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Correlation Analysis, Data Cleansing, R Programming, Data Quality, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Data Validation, Data Processing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Integrity, Analysis, Statistical Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • JavaScript for Beginners: University of California, Davis
  • Investment Management with Python and Machine Learning: EDHEC Business School
  • Algorithms, Part II: Princeton University
  • Python Essentials for MLOps: Duke University
  • Business Value and Project Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Work Smarter with Microsoft Word: Microsoft
  • English for Journalism: University of Pennsylvania
  • Design That Scales: Sustainable Design Systems: Packt
  • Bayesian Statistics: From Concept to Data Analysis: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Practical Apps & Interaction Patterns: Packt

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