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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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    Duke University

    MLOps Platforms: Amazon SageMaker and Azure ML

    Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Microsoft Azure, Model Deployment, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Pipelines, Amazon Web Services, Feature Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Cloud Deployment, Data Analysis, Serverless Computing, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Planning & Design of Sanitation Systems and Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Environmental Engineering, Water Resource Management, Civil Engineering, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Technologies, Case Studies, Community Development, Process Flow Diagrams

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Microcontroller and Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, Integrated Development Environments, Embedded Systems, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Internet Of Things, Microarchitecture, Automation, Real Time Data, Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Prototyping

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    297 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Dimensionality Reduction, Model Evaluation

    4.6
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    291 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Code Free Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, Big Data, Data Processing, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Analysis, Analytics, No-Code Development, Software Installation

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    216 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Full Stack Web Development en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Server Side, Node.JS, Responsive Web Design, LESS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Mobile Development, Back-End Web Development, Version Control, Cross Platform Development, Restful API, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, React Redux, JavaScript Frameworks, Continuous Integration, TypeScript, iOS Development, Apple iOS, MongoDB

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    820 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Accountability, Advocacy, Student Engagement

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    299 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Python for Scientific Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, NumPy, Data Visualization, Debugging, Matplotlib, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Thinking, Engineering Analysis, Programming Principles, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Computer Programming

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Exploratory Data Analysis With Python and Pandas

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, NumPy, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming

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    445 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado System

    C# Class Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Game Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Programming Principles, Application Development, UI Components

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Vibe Coding with Cursor AI

    Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Model Context Protocol, Context Management, AI Workflows, Software Installation, Agentic Workflows, Code Review, System Configuration, Computer Programming Tools, Debugging, Web Development Tools, Software Development, User Interface (UI), Web Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    155 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Data Visualization Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Dashboard, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Histogram

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    103 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • MLOps Platforms: Amazon SageMaker and Azure ML: Duke University
  • Planning & Design of Sanitation Systems and Technologies: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Microcontroller and Industrial Applications: L&T EduTech
  • Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning: IBM
  • Code Free Data Science: University of California San Diego
  • Full Stack Web Development en Español: Universidad Austral
  • Leading for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Higher Education: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Python for Scientific Computing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Exploratory Data Analysis With Python and Pandas: Coursera
  • C# Class Development: University of Colorado System

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