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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


  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply C++ Programming Fundamentals for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Development Environment, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Programming Tools, Maintainability

    4.8 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Logical Operations

    R Programming: Data Analysis and Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, R Programming, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to Python Programming and Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Scripting, File Management, Data Structures, Development Environment, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Software Installation, Program Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Development Environment, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Microsoft Development Tools

    4.6 stars, 175 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (175) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Design, Interactive Design, Program Development, FinTech, Command-Line Interface

    4.7 stars, 191 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (191) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Growth Mindedness, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Event-Driven Programming, Social Network Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Network Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Technical Communication, User Interface (UI), Peer Review, Object Oriented Design, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Program Development, Adaptability, Problem Solving

    4.7 stars, 7.2K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (7.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming - C++

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Memory Management, Algorithms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SAS

    Cloud Based Analytics and AI Programming

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Access, Statistical Programming, Cloud Development, Cloud-Based Integration, Software As A Service, Data Analysis Software, Analytics, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Statistical Software, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator

    Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Program Development, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Software Development, Computer Science

    4.4 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (61) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of Programming and Java Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Debugging, Java, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming Tools, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Software Installation, Software Architecture, Other Programming Languages, Code Reusability, Data Storage

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Python Programming Fundamentals for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Functional Design, Python Programming, Software Installation, Program Development, Algorithms, Computational Logic, Scripting, Code Reusability, Computer Programming, Development Environment

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SAS

    Practicing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Requirements Analysis, Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Software, Computer Programming

    4.8 stars, 96 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (96) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Apply C++ Programming Fundamentals for Beginners: EDUCBA
  • R Programming: Data Analysis and Modeling: Logical Operations
  • Introduction to Python Programming and Essentials: Packt
  • Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in C++: University of London
  • Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond: University of California San Diego
  • Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming - C++: Packt
  • Cloud Based Analytics and AI Programming: SAS
  • Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator: Coursera
  • Foundations of Programming and Java Essentials: Packt

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