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Programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, as well as concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. You can build skills in debugging, version control, and writing efficient code. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and frameworks such as React or Django, that support developing web applications and software solutions.

Popular Programming Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Docker

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Google Cloud Platform, DevOps, Web Development

    4.3 stars, 105 reviews, Beginner, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (105) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Animation with JavaScript and jQuery

    Skills you'll gain: jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, UI Components, Scripting, JavaScript Frameworks, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Javascript, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Frontend Performance, Animations, Event-Driven Programming

    4.8 stars, 128 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (128) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Codio

    Java Basics: Selection and Iteration

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java Programming, Java, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Science, Data Storage

    4.5 stars, 118 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (118) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    SQL Fundamentals for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Data Access, Business Intelligence, Query Languages, Data Warehousing, Data Transformation

    4.7 stars, 81 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (81) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Programming, R Programming, R (Software), Statistical Reporting, Data Quality, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Statistics, Data Processing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Software, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Import/Export

    4.6 stars, 93 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (93) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Java Database Connectivity

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, PL/SQL, Relational Databases, Object-Relational Mapping, SQL, Data Access, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Databases, Database Design, Data Persistence, Object Oriented Design, Java, Data Manipulation, Data Mapping, Java Programming, Database Development, JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Software, Query Languages

    4.7 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (56) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Cost Estimation, Agile Project Management, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Agile Software Development, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Project Estimation, Project Scoping, Quality Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management Life Cycle, Cost Management, Project Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Risk Management, Business Analysis Tools, Personalized Service, Learning Styles

    4.6 stars, 68 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (68) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Emprendimiento y métodos ágiles de desarrollo en videojuegos

    Skills you'll gain: Scrum (Software Development), Value Propositions, Proposal Development, Sprint Retrospectives, Business Modeling, Video Game Development, Customer Analysis, Agile Methodology, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Software Development, Presentations, Entrepreneurship, Game Design, Target Audience, Sprint Planning, Target Market, Backlogs, Agile Product Development, Agile Project Management, Market Opportunities

    4.5 stars, 53 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Data Access, Object Oriented Design, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Software, JUnit, Data Integrity, SQL, Database Development, Java, Java Programming, Database Management, Databases

    4.6 stars, 39 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (39) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Analysis, Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Analytical Skills, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods, Data Collection, Advanced Analytics, Statistics, R (Software), Predictive Analytics, Data Presentation, Query Languages, Data Visualization

    3.5 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.5 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Defining, Describing, and Visualizing Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Descriptive Statistics, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Probability Distribution, Statistical Software, Statistics, Statistical Visualization, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Probability, R Programming, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Programming, Descriptive Analytics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Manipulation

    4.2 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Automation and Modern Testing Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Performance Testing, Software Testing, API Testing, Test Script Development, Security Testing, Continuous Integration, Test Tools, AI Security, CI/CD, Performance Stress Testing, Regression Testing, AI Integrations, Scalability, Automation, Test Case, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming courses

  • Introduction to Docker: Google Cloud
  • Animation with JavaScript and jQuery: University of California, Davis
  • Java Basics: Selection and Iteration: Codio
  • SQL Fundamentals for Data Analysts: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R: Coursera
  • Java Database Connectivity: LearnQuest
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam: Pearson
  • Emprendimiento y métodos ágiles de desarrollo en videojuegos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) Introduction: LearnQuest
  • Fundamentals of Data Analysis: LearnQuest

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