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Free programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, JavaScript, and Ruby, along with foundational concepts such as algorithms and data structures. You can build practical skills in web development, software debugging, and creating applications, which are crucial for tackling real-world challenges.


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    Duke University

    AI Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Management, Unsupervised Learning, Human Computer Interaction, User Experience Design, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Quality, Human Centered Design, Machine Learning, Human Factors, Regression Analysis, Technical Management, Applied Machine Learning, Project Management, Product Management, Product Design, Data Science

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Simulations, Feature Engineering, Markov Model, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Performance Testing, Linear Algebra, Performance Tuning, Pseudocode, Probability Distribution

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Washington

    Dynamic Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Microsoft PowerPoint, Communication, Storytelling, Motivational Skills, Constructive Feedback, Driving engagement, Performing Arts, Concision, Drive Engagement, Action Oriented, Communication Strategies, Target Audience, Writing, Non-Verbal Communication, Composure, Leadership

    4.7
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Linux Shell Scripting: Build, Automate & Troubleshoot

    Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Commands, Unix Shell, Linux, Scripting, Unix Commands, Unix, Scripting Languages, Linux Administration, Debugging, Programming Principles

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis

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    218 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    AI agent fundamentals with Azure AI Foundry

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Program Development, Microsoft Azure, Development Testing, Application Deployment, LLM Application, Multimodal Prompts, Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, Application Programming Interface (API), Natural Language Processing, Technical Documentation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments

    Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Git (Version Control System), Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Software Design, Hardware Architecture, Cross Platform Development, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en Java)

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Debugging, Software Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Using Python to Interact with the Operating System

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Unit Testing, Development Testing, Scripting, Unix Shell, Software Testing, Linux Commands, Test Driven Development (TDD), Unix Commands, Scripting Languages, Development Environment, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, File Management, OS Process Management, Automation, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Digital Leader Training

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Serverless Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Digital Transformation, Data Governance, Cloud Services, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Strategy, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Solutions, Real Time Data, Business Transformation, Data Management, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Data Warehousing, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Data Security

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Meta

    Python Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Manipulation, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Programming Principles, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • AI Product Management: Duke University
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
  • Reinforcement Learning: University of Alberta
  • Dynamic Public Speaking: University of Washington
  • Linux Shell Scripting: Build, Automate & Troubleshoot: EDUCBA
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2): Rice University
  • AI agent fundamentals with Azure AI Foundry: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Embedded Systems Software and Development Environments: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en Java): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Using Python to Interact with the Operating System: Google

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