Computer programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development principles. 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 applications and enhancing your programming capabilities.

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Agentic systems, Computational Thinking, Social Impact, Sociology, Socioeconomics, Economics, Programming Principles, Scientific Methods
★ 4.5 (87) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, grep, Network Protocols, File Management, Operating Systems, Data Structures, General Networking, Data Validation, Record Keeping, Data Storage Technologies, Data Storage, Data Integrity, Data Analysis Software, Digital Analysis, User Accounts, USB, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Encryption
★ 4.7 (364) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Programming Principles, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Biology, Program Development
★ 4.2 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Tokyo
Skills you'll gain: Graphical Tools, Computer-Aided Design, Interaction Design, Animations, Digital Design, Technical Design, Human Machine Interfaces, Visual Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Computer Programming
★ 4 (318) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Color Theory, Digital Signal Processing, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Matlab, Calculus, Probability & Statistics
★ 4.2 (1.8K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Hardware Architecture, Generative Model Architectures, Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, Computer Systems, Solution Design, Business Software, Information Systems Security, Technical Support, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Storage Technologies, Information Technology Operations, Cybersecurity, AI literacy, Information Technology, Enterprise Application Management, Computer Architecture
★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability, Video Game Development, Bioinformatics, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Python Programming, Data Analysis, User Interface (UI), Computer Science, Computer Programming
★ 4.8 (4.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Heriot-Watt University
Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Responsible AI, Database Management, Software Engineering, Software Design, Combinatorics, Requirements Analysis, Object Oriented Design, Database Software, Database Development, Software Architecture, Unsupervised Learning, Graph Theory, Statistical Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Project Scoping, Algorithms, Computer Science, Administration, Performance Measurement
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Computer Graphics, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Design, Engineering Drawings, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Assembly Drawing, Prototyping, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphics Software
★ 4.1 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Graph Theory, Development Environment, Data Storage, Engineering Software, Unstructured Data, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Algorithms, Memory Management, Computer Programming Tools, Debugging, Program Development, Database Systems, Theoretical Computer Science
★ 4.7 (3.5K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Security Testing, Security Strategy, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Information Systems Security, Exploitation techniques, Security Controls, Data Sharing
★ 4.7 (268) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Image Analysis, Computer Vision, AI Enablement, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Services, AI Integrations, Authentications, Cloud API, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Development
★ 4.5 (546) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours