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.

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Journalism, Research, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Vocabulary, Media and Communications, Grammar, Writing and Editing, Electronic Media, English Language, Storytelling, Language Competency, Digital Transformation, Editing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pragmatic AI Labs
Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), LLM Application, Amazon Bedrock, Cross Platform Development, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Event-Driven Programming, TypeScript, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Memory Management, Command-Line Interface
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: GIS Software, Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Database Systems, SQL, PostgreSQL, Data Validation, Query Languages, Data Integration, Data Mapping, Scripting, Performance Tuning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Performance Tuning, Performance Stress Testing, Model Optimization, Algorithms, Performance Analysis, Performance Metric, Memory Management, Theoretical Computer Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pragmatic AI Labs
Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Claude Code, Kaizen Methodology, Code Coverage, Verification And Validation, Testability, Quality Assurance, Agentic systems, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Test Automation, Development Testing, Maintainability, Software Testing, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Data Modeling, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Database Design, Data Architecture, Data Import/Export, Data Sharing, Database Architecture and Administration, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Animations, Prototyping, Conceptual Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Technical Communication, Design, Virtual Environment, Art History, Technical Design, Software Visualization, Design Strategies, Design Elements And Principles, Usability Testing, Creative Design, Visual Storytelling
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Control Systems, Robotics, Embedded Software, Automation, Deep Learning, Software Architecture, Safety Assurance, Global Positioning Systems, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Network Routing, Graph Theory, Estimation, Algorithms, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Intuit
Skills you'll gain: Fixed Asset, Inventory Control, Depreciation, Asset Management, Inventory Accounting, Payment Processing and Collection, Bookkeeping, Ledgers (Accounting), Financial Accounting, Property Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounting Records, General Ledger, Accounting, Cash Receipts, Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Gross Profit, Business Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, R (Software), Forecasting, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis Software, Correlation Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, No-Code Development, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Front-End Web Development, Database Management, Databases, Vibe coding, Web Design and Development, Data Store, Application Development, Authentications, User Interface (UI) Design, Real Time Data, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment, Payment Systems
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Vector Databases, Embeddings, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Database Design, Database Systems, Model Optimization, Unstructured Data, Performance Tuning, Machine Learning Methods, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation, Scalability, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months