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Functional Programming Courses

Functional programming courses can help you learn concepts like first-class functions, immutability, and higher-order functions, along with practical techniques for managing state and side effects. You can build skills in recursive problem-solving, data transformation, and leveraging pure functions for cleaner code. Many courses introduce tools such as Haskell, Scala, and JavaScript, showcasing how these languages facilitate functional programming principles and enhance software development practices.


Popular Functional Programming Courses and Certifications


  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Data Analytics Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Google Sheets, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Large Language Modeling, Data Literacy, Data Visualization Software, Business Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Data Analysis, Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Data Transformation, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    201 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Debugging

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    349 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Developing Android Apps with App Inventor

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Application Development, No-Code Development, Data Storage, Game Design, Program Development, Geographic Information Systems, Global Positioning Systems, Computer Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    499 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Planet Earth...and You!

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environmental Science, Geographic Information Systems, Oil and Gas, Sustainable Systems, Physical Science, Environment, Vibrations, Hazard Analysis

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    537 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development with Unity

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Prototyping, 3D Modeling, Software Design Documents, Peer Review, Cross Platform Development, C# (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, Software Design, Storytelling, Software Documentation, User Experience Design, Conceptual Design, Computer Graphics, Ideation, Multimedia

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    653 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Introduction to Game Design

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Conceptual Design, Animation and Game Design, Ideation, Interactive Design, Design, Systems Design, Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Leeds

    Foundations of Software Testing and Validation

    Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Test Planning, Verification And Validation, Acceptance Testing, System Testing, White-Box Testing, Unit Testing, Functional Testing, Integration Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    445 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Initiation à la programmation (en C++)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Development Environment, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    459 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Software Architecture for the Internet of Things

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Functional Requirement, Requirements Analysis, Internet Of Things, Software Design Patterns, User Requirements Documents, Android Development, Application Frameworks, Maintainability, Interoperability, Software Quality (SQA/SQC)

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    250 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a la programación orientada a objetos en Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Programming, User Interface (UI), Algorithms, Debugging, Development Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    300 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Programando con Java para aplicaciones Android

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Android Development, Android Studio, Mobile Development, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Usability Testing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, UI/UX Research, R Programming, User Experience, Human Computer Interaction, Statistics, Data Validation, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    596 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Data Analytics Foundations: DeepLearning.AI
  • Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion: Duke University
  • Developing Android Apps with App Inventor: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Planet Earth...and You!: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Game Design and Development with Unity: Michigan State University
  • Introduction to Game Design: California Institute of the Arts
  • Foundations of Software Testing and Validation: University of Leeds
  • Initiation à la programmation (en C++): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Software Architecture for the Internet of Things: 28DIGITAL
  • Introducción a la programación orientada a objetos en Java: Universidad de los Andes

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