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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.


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Popular Basic Coding Courses and Certifications


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    Codio

    Software Engineering Tools and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), CI/CD, Model View Controller, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Continuous Integration, Cucumber (Software), Postman API Platform, Ansible, Software Testing, OAuth, Web Development Tools, Behavior-Driven Development, Application Performance Management, Prometheus (Software), Authentications, Test Driven Development (TDD), Package and Software Management, Cloud API, Javascript, Software Engineering

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Networking Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Remote Access Systems, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, General Networking, Network Protocols, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Networking Hardware, Network Administration, Network Security, Network Infrastructure, Network Model, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Routers, Network Routing, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Intrusion Detection and Prevention

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    152 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for Legal Services Primer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Legal Technology, Legal Strategy, Generative AI, Legal Research, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Technician Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Medication Therapy Management, Medical Privacy, Pharmacology, Asepsis, Pharmacy, Drug Interaction, Medication Administration, Patient-centered Care, Pharmaceuticals, Pharmacist Assistance, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Patient Communication, Patient Education And Counseling, Intravenous Therapy, Healthcare Ethics, Sterile Procedure, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Pharmacy Operations, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Infectious Diseases

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    62 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    Voice Disorders: What Patients and Professionals Need to Know

    Skills you'll gain: Speech Language Pathology, Patient Evaluation, Patient Treatment, Physiology, Clinical Assessment, Surgery, Anatomy

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    217 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Sample Size Determination, Data Visualization, Statistical Inference, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Correlation Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Business Analytics, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Success with Integrity: Business Ethics Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Trustworthiness, Professionalism, Personal Integrity, Business Administration, Business Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Compliance Management, Leadership Studies, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Case Studies, Corporate Sustainability, Conflict Management, Team Leadership

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    180 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Python Programming for Quantum Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Installation, Development Environment, Jupyter, Integrated Development Environments

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Berklee

    FL Studio Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Media Production, Music Theory, Music Performance, Editing, Creativity, Automation, File Management, Electronic Media, System Configuration

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modeling: Differentiation Rules

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Derivatives, Geometry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Data Analysis in R with RStudio & Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Import/Export, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Diseño de videojuegos

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unity Engine, Software Design Documents, Design, Experience Design, Usability, Prototyping, Storytelling, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    331 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic coding courses

  • Software Engineering Tools and Practices: Codio
  • Networking Fundamentals: Akamai Technologies, Inc.
  • Generative AI for Legal Services Primer: Vanderbilt University
  • Pharmacy Technician Intermediate: MedCerts
  • Voice Disorders: What Patients and Professionals Need to Know: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel: Macquarie University
  • Success with Integrity: Business Ethics Foundation: Coursera
  • Python Programming for Quantum Computing: Packt
  • FL Studio Basics: Berklee
  • Calculus through Data & Modeling: Differentiation Rules: Johns Hopkins University

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