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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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    IBM

    SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Microsoft SQL Servers, MySQL, Query Languages, Database Systems, Databases, Database Management, Stored Procedure, IBM DB2, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    IPO Process: Analyze, Evaluate & Launch

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Markets, Investment Banking, Go To Market Strategy, Financial Market, Business Valuation, Underwriting, Market Dynamics, Price Negotiation, Due Diligence, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Finance, Compliance Management, Financial Regulation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    The Non-Coder’s Guide to Vibe Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, No-Code Development, Presentations, Application Development, Generative AI, Web Applications, Automation, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Design, Interactive Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, New Product Development, Creative Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Creativity, Application Deployment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Import/Export, Scripting, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, Automation, Data Structures, Debugging, Data Validation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Enhance your Data Analytics Career

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Query Languages

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrum Alliance

    Coaching for Transformation: Sustaining Change

    Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Business Transformation, Organizational Structure, Agile Product Development, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Leadership and Management, Employee Coaching, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Coaching, Leadership, Business Leadership, Business Process Improvement, Team Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Management, Business Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Embedded Linux Development

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), System Programming, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Software Testing, Agile Software Development, Linux, Linux Administration, Shell Script, Docker (Software), Git (Version Control System), Linux Commands, Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, C++ (Programming Language), File Systems, OS Process Management, Debugging, Internet Of Things

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    AI for Web Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Anthropic Claude, Responsible AI, Cloud Applications, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, OpenAI, HTML and CSS, Cloud API, ChatGPT, Application Deployment, Mobile Development, API Gateway, Web Applications, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Computing, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Mastering Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux)

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux Administration, Hardening, Linux, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls, Security Engineering, Authorization (Computing), Containerization, Computer Security, System Configuration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Data Engineering with Rust

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Rust (Programming Language), Restful API, Amazon Web Services, Cloud API, Data Structures, Secure Coding, Data Processing, API Gateway, Cloud Applications, Real Time Data, Data Manipulation, Amazon S3, System Programming, Cryptography, Encryption, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Software Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Introduction to Python

    Skills you'll gain: Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Learn Blender Simulations the Right Way

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Motion Graphics, Simulations, Design Elements And Principles, Design and Product

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • SQL: A Practical Introduction for Querying Databases: IBM
  • IPO Process: Analyze, Evaluate & Launch: EDUCBA
  • The Non-Coder’s Guide to Vibe Coding: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 2: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Generative AI: Enhance your Data Analytics Career : IBM
  • Coaching for Transformation: Sustaining Change: Scrum Alliance
  • Advanced Embedded Linux Development: University of Colorado Boulder
  • AI for Web Developers: Scrimba
  • Mastering Security-Enhanced Linux (SELinux): Pearson
  • Data Engineering with Rust: Duke University

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