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Learn the fundamentals of coding for various applications. Understand basic programming concepts and write simple programs in languages like Python and JavaScript.

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    Google Cloud

    Pivot Tables in Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Collaborative Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Data Management, Cloud Computing

    2.7
    Rating, 2.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Programming Languages Ⅰ

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming, Functional Design, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft 365 Copilot: Harness AI across your Microsoft Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, Data Visualization, Productivity Software, Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Technical Communication, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Generative AI Agents, Productivity, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Data Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
    I

    Infosec

    Linux+ XK0-005

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux, Git (Version Control System), Linux Commands, Network Troubleshooting, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, Scripting, Shell Script, User Accounts, System Configuration, Network Administration, File Management, Identity and Access Management, General Networking, Firewall, Command-Line Interface, Security Controls

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Estadística y probabilidad: principios de Inferencia

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics), Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

    3.1
    Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
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    Free Trial
    M

    MedCerts

    Nursing Assistant Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Patient-centered Care, Informed Consent, Basic Patient Care, Patient Communication, Nursing Basics, Toileting, Dignity in Care, Medical Privacy, Oral Hygiene, Home Health Care, Nursing Homes, Personal Care, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    S

    Scrimba

    JavaScript Interview Questions for Junior Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Maintainability, Javascript, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Debugging, Data Integrity, Performance Tuning, Software Technical Review, Web Development, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Out of core nuclear fuel management: front end

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Materials science, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing and Production, Engineering Calculations, Chemistry, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Foundation of Video Editing

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Editing, Video Production, Post-Production, Storytelling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Process Optimization, Business Modeling, Complex Problem Solving

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
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    U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Introductory Spanish for the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Grammar, Language Learning, Business Communication, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Preview
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    C

    Coursera

    YouTube Content Creation Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Video Production, Video Editing, Storyboarding, Videography, Post-Production, Media Production, Photo Editing, Content Creation, Editing, Writing, Scripting, Social Media Content, Social Media

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Pivot Tables in Google Sheets: Google Cloud
  • Programming Languages Ⅰ: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot: Harness AI across your Microsoft Apps: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Linux+ XK0-005: Infosec
  • Estadística y probabilidad: principios de Inferencia: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Nursing Assistant Essentials: MedCerts
  • JavaScript Interview Questions for Junior Developers: Scrimba
  • Out of core nuclear fuel management: front end: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • The Foundation of Video Editing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Industrial Optimization: Models & Linear Programming: Northeastern University

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