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Functional Programming Courses

Functional programming courses can help you learn concepts like first-class functions, immutability, and higher-order functions, along with practical techniques for managing state and side effects. You can build skills in recursive problem-solving, data transformation, and leveraging pure functions for cleaner code. Many courses introduce tools such as Haskell, Scala, and JavaScript, showcasing how these languages facilitate functional programming principles and enhance software development practices.


Popular Functional Programming Courses and Certifications


  • R

    Rice University

    The Fundamentals of Computing Capstone Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Debugging, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    116 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Toward the Future of iOS Development with Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Objective-C (Programming Language), Mobile Development, Application Development, Apple software proficiency, Application Servers, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, User Interface (UI)

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    79 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Azure: create a REST API using NodeJS Serverless Functions

    Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Serverless Computing, Cloud API, Restful API, Node.JS, Microsoft Azure, Application Programming Interface (API), API Testing, Web Services

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    112 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Sungkyunkwan University

    Machine Learning Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning, Python Programming, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Logistic Regression, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    92 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Scrimba

    Learn Typescript

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Node.JS, Web Development Tools, React.js, Server Side, Javascript, Data Structures, Web Development, Data Validation, Web Design, Computer Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    58 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Data Analysis and Visualization with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, File I/O, NumPy, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), Data Structures, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Infosec

    CISSP Domain 1: Security and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Risk Management, Continuous Monitoring, Information Assurance, Cyber Governance, Governance, Cybersecurity, Security Controls, Business Risk Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Modeling, Risk Analysis, Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Regulatory Compliance, System Monitoring, Information Systems, Asset Management, Intellectual Property

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    48 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Epic Games

    Blueprint Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Data Management, Blueprinting, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Scripting, UI Components, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    3D Modeling for 3D Printing and Laser Cutting on Fusion 360

    Skills you'll gain: Visualization (Computer Graphics), 3D Assets, Design Software, Software Installation, Functional Design, Technical Design, Design, Graphical Tools, User Interface (UI), Creative Design, Data Import/Export

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Fundamentos de UX y de los requisitos de software

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Human Computer Interaction, Software Development Life Cycle, User Experience Design, Functional Requirement, Unified Modeling Language, Requirements Analysis, Prototyping, Usability, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), User Interface (UI) Design, System Requirements, User Requirements Documents, Interaction Design, User Centered Design, Human Factors, Software Design, Software Engineering, Systems Development

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    155 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    Epic Games

    User Interface in Game Design

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Game Design, Video Game Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Programming Principles, Mockups, Prototyping

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Codio

    Advanced Django: Introduction to Django Rest Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Postman API Platform, Restful API, Data Validation, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, JSON, Object-Relational Mapping, Model View Controller, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    49 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Fundamentals of Computing Capstone Exam: Rice University
  • Toward the Future of iOS Development with Swift: University of California, Irvine
  • Azure: create a REST API using NodeJS Serverless Functions: Coursera
  • Machine Learning Basics: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Learn Typescript: Scrimba
  • Data Analysis and Visualization with Python: Arizona State University
  • CISSP Domain 1: Security and Risk Management: Infosec
  • Blueprint Scripting: Epic Games
  • 3D Modeling for 3D Printing and Laser Cutting on Fusion 360: Packt
  • Fundamentos de UX y de los requisitos de software: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

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