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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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    Codio

    Intro to Operating Systems 3: Concurrency

    Skills you'll gain: OS Process Management, Operating Systems, System Programming, Performance Tuning, System Software, Data Structures, Event-Driven Programming, Data Access

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Engineering Maintainable Android Apps

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Software Testing, Test Automation, Integration Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Development Testing, Testability, Software Engineering, Test Tools, Secure Coding, Android Development, Application Security, Software Design, Mobile Security

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    297 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Python para Ciencia de Datos

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Descriptive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Analytics, Database Management, Data Science, Analytical Skills, Relational Databases, Descriptive Statistics, Data Processing, Forecasting, Data Manipulation, Python Programming

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    73 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Capstone MOOC for "Android App Development"

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Software Testing, Mobile Development, Java, Development Testing, Unit Testing, Application Development, Integration Testing, Event-Driven Programming, User Interface (UI), Data Persistence

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Geospatial Techniques for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Construction Engineering, Database Management, Database Management Systems, Construction, Construction Management, ArcGIS, Relational Databases, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Global Positioning Systems, Data Mapping, Building Information Modeling, Scientific Visualization, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Network Analysis

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Microsoft Copilot, .NET Framework, Algorithms, Back-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, Theoretical Computer Science, Scalability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Simulations, C (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Automation, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Memory Management, Data Persistence

    4.4
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    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Population Health: Predictive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Risk Modeling, R Programming, Preventative Care, Statistical Modeling, Sample Size Determination, Regression Analysis, Precision Medicine, Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Diagnostic Tests

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Multiple educators

    Business Innovation and Digital Disruption

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Solution Design, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Design Thinking, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Sustainable Business, Brand Strategy, Process Design, Business Solutions, Technology Strategies, Brand Marketing, Business Planning, Digital Transformation, Strategic Thinking, Market Opportunities, Design Strategies, Design and Product, Innovation

    4.5
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    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Jordan University of Science and Technology

    Object Oriented Development using C#

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C# (Programming Language), Program Development, Software Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Software Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Java, Query Languages

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    BigQuery for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), SQL, Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Warehousing, Data Cleansing, Dashboard Creation, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Data Visualization Software, Google Sheets, Query Languages, Google Cloud Platform, Data Import/Export, Data Integrity

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : Image Segmentation

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Model Training, Deep Learning, Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    229 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Intro to Operating Systems 3: Concurrency: Codio
  • Engineering Maintainable Android Apps: Vanderbilt University
  • Python para Ciencia de Datos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Capstone MOOC for "Android App Development": Vanderbilt University
  • Geospatial Techniques for Engineers: L&T EduTech
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Microsoft
  • Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers: University of Colorado System
  • Population Health: Predictive Analytics: Universiteit Leiden
  • Business Innovation and Digital Disruption: Universidad de Palermo
  • Object Oriented Development using C#: Jordan University of Science and Technology

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