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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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    Google

    Functions and Conditional Statements

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, Computational Logic, Scripting Languages, Functional Design, Computer Programming

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    The Intersection of Finance, Strategy, and Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Business Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Financial Reporting, Performance Reporting, Business Metrics, Stakeholder Management, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Social Impact, Business Risk Management, Corporate Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    148 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Database Theory, Microsoft Azure, Databases, Database Software, Relational Databases, MySQL, SQL, Database Management Systems, Database Management, NoSQL, Query Languages, PostgreSQL, Data Security, Data Management, Cloud Deployment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    275 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Python for Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Seaborn, Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Data Manipulation, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Regression Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accounting Data Analytics with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), Seaborn, SQL, Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Preprocessing, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Accounting, Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Database Management, Query Languages, Data Compilation, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    118 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Semiconductor Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Electronic Components, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Image Analysis, Electronics, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Laboratory Equipment, Production Process, Test Equipment, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Electronics Engineering, Structural Analysis, Laboratory Research, Systems Of Measurement

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    133 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Practice Exam for CompTIA Tech+ Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Services, Network Security

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    150 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    General Chemistry: Concept Development and Application

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, General Science and Research, Physical Science, Physics, Scientific Methods, Experimentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Linear Regression with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Regression Analysis, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Deep Learning, Data Science, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    441 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Core 1: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

    Skills you'll gain: Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtualization, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, General Networking, End User Training and Support, Peripheral Devices, Networking Hardware, System Configuration, Data Storage, Network Administration, Network Infrastructure, Information Technology, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Configuration Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    214 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Analytics, Data Analysis, R Programming, Model Optimization, Statistical Methods, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Statistics, Graph Theory, Classification Algorithms, Network Analysis, Big Data

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    324 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Logistic Regression in R for Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Logistic Regression, Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Model Evaluation, Statistical Methods, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Software, Predictive Analytics, Probability & Statistics, R (Software), Data Preprocessing, Public Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    368 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Functions and Conditional Statements: Google
  • The Intersection of Finance, Strategy, and Sustainability: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Microsoft Azure SQL: Microsoft
  • Python for Data Analytics: DeepLearning.AI
  • Accounting Data Analytics with Python: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Semiconductor Characterization: Arizona State University
  • Practice Exam for CompTIA Tech+ Certification: IBM
  • General Chemistry: Concept Development and Application: Rice University
  • Linear Regression with Python: Coursera
  • Core 1: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting: IBM

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