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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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    Google

    Google サイバーセキュリティ

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Hardening, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), TCP/IP, SQL, Relational Databases, Cloud Security, Stakeholder Communications, Bash (Scripting Language), Network Architecture, Debugging, Cyber Risk

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    240 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    ARM Cortex (STM32) Deep Dive: Mastering Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Peripheral Devices, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Data Structures, Debugging, Performance Tuning, Integrated Development Environments, Verification And Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Embedded Interface Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, User Experience Design, User Experience, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Verification And Validation, Usability Testing, Internet Of Things, Design Research, API Design, Amazon Web Services, Embedded Software, Cloud Computing Architecture, Human Computer Interaction, Embedded Systems, Application Programming Interface (API), Prototyping, Network Protocols, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Development

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    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    146 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Semiconductor Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Electronic Components, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Failure Analysis, Electronics, Image Analysis, Laboratory Testing, Laboratory Equipment, Production Process, Basic Electrical Systems, Test Equipment, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Electronics Engineering, Laboratory Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    121 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Advanced Python Development Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Generative AI, Test Driven Development (TDD), Integration Testing, Unit Testing, Cloud Deployment, Python Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Cloud Applications, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Azure, Algorithms, Software Documentation, Object Oriented Design, Maintainability, Code Review, Program Development, Software Development, Software Design

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Introduction to Android graphics

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Android Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, Android Studio, 3D Assets, Virtual Reality, Animations

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    73 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Advanced MySQL Topics

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, Stored Procedure, Database Development, SQL, Performance Tuning, Relational Databases, Query Languages, JSON, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    254 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    ServiceNow System Administrator from Zero to Hero

    Skills you'll gain: ServiceNow, Service Level, Systems Administration, User Accounts, Service Management, Authorization (Computing), Database Application, System Configuration, Automation, Application Design, Content Management, Scripting

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Transmission electron microscopy for materials science

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, electromagnetics, Scientific Visualization, Laboratory Equipment, Electronics, Physics, Image Analysis, Mathematical Modeling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    125 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Querying Databases Using SQL SELECT statement

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Database Management, PostgreSQL, Data Manipulation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    175 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Statistical Analysis Fundamentals using Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Forecasting, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Predictive Modeling, Probability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    143 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Increasing Real Estate Management Profits: Harnessing Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Financial Modeling, Business Process, Peer Review, Presentations, Property Management, Data Analysis, MySQL, Risk Analysis, Real Estate, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Analytics, SQL

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    244 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Google サイバーセキュリティ: Google
  • ARM Cortex (STM32) Deep Dive: Mastering Embedded Systems: EDUCBA
  • Embedded Interface Design: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Semiconductor Characterization: Arizona State University
  • Advanced Python Development Techniques: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Android graphics: Imperial College London
  • Advanced MySQL Topics: Meta
  • ServiceNow System Administrator from Zero to Hero: Packt
  • Transmission electron microscopy for materials science: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Querying Databases Using SQL SELECT statement: Coursera

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