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Basic Coding Courses

Basic coding courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, JavaScript, and HTML, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and debugging techniques. You can build skills in writing clean code, understanding software development processes, and creating simple applications or websites. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks that streamline web development, allowing you to apply your skills in practical projects.

Popular Basic Coding Courses and Certifications


  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Electrodynamics

    Skills you'll gain: electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Differential Equations, Physics, Electrical Systems, Materials science, Integral Calculus, Advanced Mathematics, Energy and Utilities, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Electronic Components, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Scientific Visualization

    4.7 stars, 987 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (987) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Calculus: Single Variable Part 2 - Differentiation

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives, Estimation

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • T

    The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

    Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Choral Music, Music Performance, Instrumental Music, Music, Coordination, Oral Expression, Vibrations

    4.9 stars, 421 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (421) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Research Instruments and Research Hypotheses

    Skills you'll gain: Research Reports, Surveys, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Survey Creation, Report Writing, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Data Collection, Statistical Methods, Quantitative Research, Research Methodologies, Data Preprocessing, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Descriptive Statistics, Data Validation

    4.8 stars, 34 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (34) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    New York University

    Guided Tour of Machine Learning in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Deep Learning, Tensorflow, Logistic Regression, Jupyter, Reinforcement Learning

    3.8 stars, 683 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (683) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    INSEAD

    Blockchain and Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Blockchain, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Governance, Strategic Leadership, FinTech, Technology Strategies, Business, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, New Business Development, Innovation, Organizational Structure, Social Impact, Regulatory Compliance, Distributed Computing, Cost Reduction

    4.7 stars, 426 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (426) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Ignite Your Everyday Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Problem-Solving, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Problem Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Recognizing Others, Self-Awareness

    4.4 stars, 310 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (310) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Machine Learning for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Random Forest Algorithm, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Methods, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Model Training, Data Analysis, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming

    4.2 stars, 328 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (328) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Berklee

    Guitar Scales and Chord Progressions

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Instrumental Music, Music Performance, Creativity

    4.7 stars, 392 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Rust Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Unit Testing, Test Case, Memory Management, Software Testing, Data Structures, GitHub, Package and Software Management, Development Environment, System Programming, Software Documentation

    4 stars, 249 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (249) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Emory University

    Health in Complex Humanitarian Emergencies

    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Epidemiology, Community Health, Nutrition and Diet, Emergency Response, Crisis Intervention, Sanitation, Infection Control, Health Promotion, Water Resources, Infectious Diseases, Chronic Diseases, Health Administration, Mental Health, Data Collection

    4.8 stars, 381 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Functions & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic

    4.8 stars, 197 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (197) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Electrodynamics: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Calculus: Single Variable Part 2 - Differentiation: University of Pennsylvania
  • Fundamentals of Rehearsing Music Ensembles: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
  • Research Instruments and Research Hypotheses: Queen Mary University of London
  • Guided Tour of Machine Learning in Finance: New York University
  • Blockchain and Business: INSEAD
  • Ignite Your Everyday Creativity: The State University of New York
  • Machine Learning for Data Analysis: Wesleyan University
  • Guitar Scales and Chord Progressions: Berklee
  • Rust Fundamentals: Duke University

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