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Programming Basics Courses

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.


Popular Programming Basics Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Harnessing LLMs: Strategy, Fine-Tuning & Evaluation

    Skills you'll gain: Hugging Face, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, LangChain, Large Language Modeling, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Application Deployment, Application Development, Technical Management, OpenAI API, Data Ethics, AI Enablement, Trend Analysis, Business Strategy, Python Programming

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    69 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Java Classes and Objects

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Java Enterprise Edition

    Skills you'll gain: Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Application Deployment, Web Applications, Application Servers, Java, Web Servers, Java Programming, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Development, Context Management, Application Frameworks, Scripting, Middleware, Server Side, Data Storage, Session Initiation Protocols, Data Sharing, Data Persistence, Event-Driven Programming, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    218 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    174 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Wesleyan University

    Regression Modeling in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, SAS (Software), Statistical Programming, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    274 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Front-End

    Skills you'll gain: Front-End Web Development, Debugging, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, GitHub, Pseudocode, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Integrated Development Environments, Microsoft Copilot, Algorithms, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), C# (Programming Language)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    VMware

    Networking and Security Architecture with VMware NSX

    Skills you'll gain: NSX-T Network Virtualization, Virtual Networking, Virtualization, Network Architecture, Disaster Recovery, Software-Defined Networking, Network Security, Business Continuity Planning, IT Automation, Firewall, Network Routing, Business Transformation, Application Security, Hybrid Cloud Computing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    464 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Status: AI skills
    AI skills
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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Public Relations and Communications Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Proofreading, Public Relations, Stakeholder Analysis, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communication, Public Affairs, Content Management, Web Content, Performance Reporting, Storytelling, Content Management Systems, Press Releases, Content Strategy, Social Media Content, Marketing Effectiveness, Communication Strategies, Campaign Management, Generative AI

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    198 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Rice University

    Python Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Program Development, Data Structures, Software Documentation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    547 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Arduino y algunas aplicaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Control Systems, Prototyping, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Electronic Components, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Software Installation, Development Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    630 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Red Hat

    Fundamentals of Ansible

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Linux, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), YAML, Automation, DevOps, System Configuration, Configuration Management, Software Architecture

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems Concepts and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Software Systems, Hardware Architecture, System Programming, Real Time Data, Operating Systems, Linux, OS Process Management, System Design and Implementation, System Requirements, Service Management, Service Design

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    98 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Harnessing LLMs: Strategy, Fine-Tuning & Evaluation: Coursera
  • Java Classes and Objects: Coursera
  • Java Enterprise Edition: LearnQuest
  • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Coursera
  • Regression Modeling in Practice: Wesleyan University
  • Foundations of Coding Front-End: Microsoft
  • Networking and Security Architecture with VMware NSX: VMware
  • Microsoft Public Relations and Communications Associate: Microsoft
  • Python Data Visualization: Rice University
  • Arduino y algunas aplicaciones: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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