Computer programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development principles. 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 applications and enhancing your programming capabilities.

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Microsoft Visual Studio, Computer Graphic Techniques, Artificial Intelligence, User Interface (UI), Animations, Microsoft Development Tools, Middleware
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Management, Unix, File Systems, Systems Administration
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Robotics, Computer Hardware
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, SQL, Data Presentation, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Database Development, Database Administration, Data Science
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Nanjing University
Skills you'll gain: Operating Systems, File Systems, File Management, Computer Systems, Memory Management, System Software, OS Process Management, File I/O, Data Storage, Computer Hardware, Program Development, Peripheral Devices, System Design and Implementation, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Cloud Management, Cloud Deployment, Containerization, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Security, Azure DevOps, Cloud Services, Docker (Software), Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing, API Gateway, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Infrastructure, Event-Driven Programming, Cloud API, Authorization (Computing)
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Network Model, Graph Theory, Data Analysis, Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Debugging, z/OS, Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Test Tools, Mainframe Computing, Mainframe Technologies, Computer Programming Tools, File I/O
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Hugging Face
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, AI literacy, Model Evaluation, LLM Application, Model Deployment, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, AI Workflows, Model Optimization, Application Programming Interface (API), Memory Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Windows, Patch Management, Windows Servers, Security Controls, Microsoft Servers, Operating System Administration, Performance Tuning, Hardening, Server Administration, Security Software, Servers, Systems Administration, Disaster Recovery, System Monitoring, Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Azure, Package and Software Management, Computer Networking, Cloud API
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Design Software, Diagram Design, Technical Design, Design, Open Source Technology, Software Installation, Data Import/Export
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, Gemini, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI Agents, Google Workspace, AI Workflows, AI Enablement, AI Orchestration, Agentic Workflows, Google Cloud Platform, AI Product Strategy, Prompt Patterns, Productivity Software, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Collaboration
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months