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Programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, as well as concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. 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 web applications and software solutions.

Popular Programming Courses and Certifications


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    Northeastern University

    Industrial Optimization: Models & Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Operational Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Model Optimization

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Data Visualization, Model Optimization, Scientific Visualization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Mathematical Software, Data Literacy, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis

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    IBM

    Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI Agents, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cloud Services, Database Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Methodologies, Data Strategy, Database Application, Programming Principles, Data Storage Technologies, Cross Platform Development, Package and Software Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computer Programming, Other Programming Languages

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    Packt

    Foundations of Micro850 PLC Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Data Structures, Diagram Design, Data Store, Dataflow, Functional Design, Program Development, Data Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

    Skills you'll gain: UI Components, User Interface (UI), Computational Thinking, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Interactive Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Design, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Image Analysis, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Code Reusability, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Science, Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Scripting Languages, Computational Logic, Data Structures

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to C++ Programming and Unreal

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, Computer Programming, Program Development, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, 3D Assets, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Code Reusability, Data Storage, Scripting

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Red Hat

    Python Programming with Red Hat

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, JSON, Python Programming, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Programming Principles, Statistical Programming, Web Development, Program Development, Scripting, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Computational Thinking with Beginning C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, File I/O, Data Collection, Simulations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visual Studio, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Automation, Program Development, Algorithms, Microsoft Development Tools, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Data Storage, Code Reusability

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    BiteSize Python: Object Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Software Design, Code Reusability, Usability, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Rust Programming Essentials: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Memory Management, Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Basic System Programming on IBM Z

    Skills you'll gain: Job Control Language (JCL), z/OS, Unix, IBM DB2, Database Management Systems, Mainframe Computing, Unix Shell, Operating System Administration, System Programming, Operating Systems, Unix Commands, System Software, Mainframe Technologies, Data Management, Data Storage Technologies, File Systems, Data Storage, System Configuration, File Management, Transaction Processing

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Programming courses

  • Industrial Optimization: Models & Linear Programming: Northeastern University
  • Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI: University of Glasgow
  • Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases : IBM
  • Foundations of Micro850 PLC Programming: Packt
  • Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Duke University
  • Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to C++ Programming and Unreal: University of Colorado System
  • Python Programming with Red Hat: Red Hat
  • Computational Thinking with Beginning C Programming: University of Colorado System
  • BiteSize Python: Object Oriented Programming: University of Colorado Boulder

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