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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.

Popular Computer Programming Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development 3: 3D Shooter

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unity Engine, 3D Assets, Prototyping, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Software Design, Computer Graphics, Multimedia, Programming Principles, Development Testing, Storytelling

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Data Structures in C

    Skills you'll gain: Memory Management, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Data Structures, Secure Coding, Application Security, System Programming, Programming Principles

    ★ 4.5 (75) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, Operating System Administration, Memory Management, OS Process Management, System Software, System Programming, Command-Line Interface, Linux Administration, File Systems, System Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Package and Software Management, Systems Architecture, File Management, Algorithms, Cloud Platforms, User Accounts, Security Controls, Data Sharing

    ★ 4.9 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Build toward a degree
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Intro to Health Informatics and Health Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Clinical Informatics, Health Information Management, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Care, Medical Records, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Electronic Medical Record, Informatics, Usability, Interoperability, Telehealth, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Responsible AI, Human Computer Interaction, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Computerized Physician Order Entry

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
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  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Ethical Hacking Bootcamp: Beginner To Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Metasploit, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Linux, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Vulnerability Scanning, Command-Line Interface, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Linux Administration, Scripting, Vulnerability Assessments, Hardening, Brute-force attacks, General Networking, Scripting Languages, Shell Script, Cybersecurity, Network Security

    ★ 4.3 (50) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    TypeScript Variables and Data Types

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Programming Principles, Web Development Tools

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Functions, Tools and Agents with LangChain

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LLM Application, Tool Calling, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI Agents, Application Development, Python Programming

    ★ 4.7 (126) · Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development 4: 3D Platformer

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Software Design Documents, Social Impact, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Ideation, Scripting, Social Sciences, Peer Review

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    Total Seminars

    Conversations in Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Data Encryption Standard, Key Management, Network Security, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Authentications, Cyber Security Policies, Security Strategy, Data Integrity, Algorithms, Verification And Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Developing Applications with Google Cloud: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Application Deployment, Application Development, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Authentications, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud API, CI/CD, Computer Programming Tools, Performance Tuning, Application Performance Management, Cloud Storage, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Computing Platforms

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Quantum Computing with Qiskit and Advanced Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Algorithms, IBM Cloud, Cryptography, Python Programming, Mathematical Software, Simulations

    ★ 4.6 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    برمج بنفسك! مقدمة حول البرمجة

    Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Code Reusability, Program Development, Video Game Development, Programming Principles, Software Development, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Game Design, Animations, Animation and Game Design

    ★ 4.6 (27) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer programming courses

  • Game Design and Development 3: 3D Shooter: Michigan State University
  • Data Structures in C: University of Michigan
  • Operating Systems: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Intro to Health Informatics and Health Information Systems: Northeastern University
  • The Complete Ethical Hacking Bootcamp: Beginner To Advanced: Packt
  • TypeScript Variables and Data Types: Coursera
  • Functions, Tools and Agents with LangChain: DeepLearning.AI
  • Game Design and Development 4: 3D Platformer: Michigan State University
  • Conversations in Cryptography: Total Seminars
  • Developing Applications with Google Cloud: Foundations: Google Cloud

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