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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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    Vanderbilt University

    Building Cloud Services with the Java Spring Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Object-Relational Mapping, Cloud Security, Java, Scalability, Web Services, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, JSON, Security Controls, Data Security, Restful API, Web Applications, Object Oriented Design, Middleware, Database Design, Software Design

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    251 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: Mixture Models

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Software, Markov Model, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Probability Distribution, Classification Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Regression & Forecasting for Data Scientists using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Analysis, Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Strategically Build and Engage Your Network on LinkedIn

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Drive Engagement, Content Creation, Professional Networking, Digital Publishing, Social Media, Relationship Building, Branding, Professional Development

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    364 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    TypeScript Variables and Data Types

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

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Data Structures in C

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Application Security, System Programming, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Statistics for Data Science with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Scientific Visualization, Data Science, Matplotlib, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability, Correlation Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Jupyter

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Intel

    Intel® AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Business Technologies, Complex Problem Solving, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Case Studies, Business Intelligence, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Insights, Discussion Facilitation, Emerging Technologies, Responsible AI, Customer Analysis, Machine Learning, B2B Sales, Computer Hardware, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

    TDD – Desenvolvimento de Software Guiado por Testes

    Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, JUnit, Test Automation, Software Testing, Testability, Maintainability, Software Design, Software Development, White-Box Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Programming Principles

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Introduction to PySpark

    Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Apache Spark, Data Management, Distributed Computing, Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Python Programming, Scalability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    MySQL for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Business Intelligence, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), SQL, Relational Databases, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Database Management, Databases, Data Access, Query Languages, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arm

    Cortex-M Software Development Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Embedded Systems, Software Development, Debugging, Application Security, C (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Architecture, C++ (Programming Language)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Building Cloud Services with the Java Spring Framework: Vanderbilt University
  • Bayesian Statistics: Mixture Models: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Regression & Forecasting for Data Scientists using Python: EDUCBA
  • Strategically Build and Engage Your Network on LinkedIn : Coursera
  • TypeScript Variables and Data Types: Coursera
  • Data Structures in C: University of Michigan
  • Statistics for Data Science with Python: IBM
  • Intel® AI Fundamentals: Intel
  • TDD – Desenvolvimento de Software Guiado por Testes: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
  • Introduction to PySpark: Edureka

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