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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


  • D

    Duke University

    Java Programming: Arrays, Lists, and Structured Data

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Java, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Algorithms, Encryption, Maintainability, Data Store, Program Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Data Import/Export, Web Servers, Server Side

    4.6 stars, 3.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (3.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Advanced Statistical Modeling and Programming with Stata

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Stata, STATA (Software), Forecasting, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Programming, Data Transformation, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Software, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Model Evaluation, Dimensionality Reduction, Structural Analysis, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Object-Oriented Programming and Java Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Design, Computational Logic, Data Structures

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Debugging, Test Planning, Functional Testing, Other Programming Languages

    4.3 stars, 238 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (238) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • R

    Rice University

    Parallel, Concurrent, and Distributed Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Event-Driven Programming, Distributed Computing, Java Programming, Dataflow, Java, OS Process Management, Scala Programming, Data Structures, System Programming, Programming Principles, Servers, Application Frameworks, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Computer Science, Theoretical Computer Science

    4.6 stars, 1.6K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Java and Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Java Programming, Application Development, Data Structures, Application Design, Software Testing, Program Development, Development Testing, Programming Principles, Systems Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computer Programming, Other Programming Languages

    4.5 stars, 335 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management, Memory Management

    4.7 stars, 537 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (537) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Ruby Fundamentals and Basic Programming Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Code Reusability, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Apple Xcode, Software Installation, Computer Programming Tools, Command-Line Interface

    4.6 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Power of Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Program Development, Python Programming, Computer Graphics

    3.9 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    GPU Programming with C++ and CUDA

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Development Environment, Performance Tuning, Test Tools, Docker (Software), Computer Architecture, Containerization, Development Testing, Programming Principles, Software Development Tools, Hardware Architecture, Performance Testing, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Debugging, Memory Management, Software-Defined Networking, Scripting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Data Storage, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Microsoft Development Tools, .NET Framework, Computer Programming

    4.5 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Logical Operations

    R Programming: Setup and Data Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Computational Logic, Data Analysis Software, Data Preprocessing, Software Installation, Data Science, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Program Development, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Java Programming: Arrays, Lists, and Structured Data: Duke University
  • Advanced Statistical Modeling and Programming with Stata: Sage Publications
  • Object-Oriented Programming and Java Fundamentals: Packt
  • Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Parallel, Concurrent, and Distributed Programming in Java: Rice University
  • Introduction to Java and Object-Oriented Programming: University of Pennsylvania
  • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java: LearnQuest
  • Ruby Fundamentals and Basic Programming Concepts: Packt
  • The Power of Object-Oriented Programming: University of Michigan
  • GPU Programming with C++ and CUDA: Packt

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