• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Programming Basics

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


  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    LearnQuest

    Object-Oriented Hierarchies in Java

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    213 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    G

    Google Cloud

    Modernize Infrastructure and Applications with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Solutions, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud-Native Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Cloud API, Cloud Applications, Cloud Deployment, Computing Platforms, Application Programming Interface (API), Multi-Cloud, IT Infrastructure, Serverless Computing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Cybersecurity For Dummies

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Human Factors (Security), Incident Response, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Governance, Disaster Recovery, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Threat Detection, Enterprise Security, Security Controls, Network Security, Risk Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to HTML

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, HTML and CSS, Web Language, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Web Content, Integrated Development Environments

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en C++)

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Memory Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    403 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    LearnKartS

    Build MCP Automation Projects with n8n: Connect AI Clients

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, AI Orchestration, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, Prompt Engineering, Anthropic Claude, Agentic Workflows, OpenAI, Identity and Access Management, AI Security, Automation, Automation Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Application Programming Interface (API), No-Code Development, Webhook Security, Large Language Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    K

    Kennesaw State University

    Writing Professional Email and Memos (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Grammar, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Writing and Editing, Editing, Concision, Taking Meeting Minutes, Professionalism, Business Communication, Report Writing, Target Audience, Communication, Constructive Feedback

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    457 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Preview
    Preview
    E

    EDUCBA

    E-Learning Content Development

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Course Development, Content Management, Responsive Web Design, Content Development and Management, Multimedia, Education and Training, Information Architecture, Digital Publishing, Education Software and Technology, Interactive Learning, Training and Development, Digital Content, LESS, System Configuration, Interactive Design, UI Components, Interaction Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    S

    Skillshare

    Photograph Landscapes with Confidence: Field Workflow

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Photo Editing, Image Quality, Photo/Video Production and Technology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    Data Visualization Primer: Tools & Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Seaborn, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Matplotlib, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Statistical Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Generative AI, Tableau Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Power BI, Google Sheets, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    688 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California San Diego

    Combinatorics and Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Computational Thinking, Statistical Methods, Arithmetic, Applied Mathematics, Program Development, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    874 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Your First Web App with Python and Flask

    Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Web Development, Web Applications, Application Development, Web Development Tools, Application Frameworks, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Application, Back-End Web Development, Software Development, Database Management, Python Programming, Computer Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    557 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

1…103104105…567

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

  • Object-Oriented Hierarchies in Java: LearnQuest
  • Modernize Infrastructure and Applications with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Cybersecurity For Dummies: John Wiley & Sons
  • Introduction to HTML: Coursera
  • Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en C++): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Build MCP Automation Projects with n8n: Connect AI Clients: LearnKartS
  • Writing Professional Email and Memos (Project-Centered Course): Kennesaw State University
  • E-Learning Content Development: EDUCBA
  • Photograph Landscapes with Confidence: Field Workflow: Skillshare
  • Data Visualization Primer: Tools & Techniques: Coursera

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Accounting
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Project Management
  • Python
  • SQL

Professional Certificates

  • Google AI Certificate
  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM AI Engineering Certificate
  • IBM AI Product Manager Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate

Courses & Specializations

  • AI Essentials Specialization
  • AI For Business Specialization
  • AI For Everyone Course
  • AI in Healthcare Specialization
  • Deep Learning Specialization
  • Excel Skills for Business Specialization
  • Financial Markets Course
  • Machine Learning Specialization
  • Prompt Engineering for ChatGPT Course
  • Python for Everybody Specialization

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • CAPM Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Requirements
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification Requirements
  • Essential IT Certifications
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • PMP Certification Requirements
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Udemy

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok