Free programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, JavaScript, and Ruby, along with foundational concepts such as algorithms and data structures. You can build practical skills in web development, software debugging, and creating applications, which are crucial for tackling real-world challenges.

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Methods, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Deep Learning, Probability Distribution, Python Programming, Supervised Learning, Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Data Processing, Agentic systems, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Content, Integrated Development Environments
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

EDHEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Financial Data, Market Data, Unstructured Data, Web Scraping, Social Network Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Investments, Data Mining, Asset Management, Python Programming, Predictive Analytics, Data Analysis, Risk Analysis, Consumer Behaviour
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Database Design, Data Integration, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Star Schema, Relational Databases, Snowflake Schema, Data Architecture, Business Intelligence, SQL, Data Mart, Pivot Tables And Charts, PostgreSQL, Data Transformation, Data Quality
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Exploitation techniques, Exploit development, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Security Assessment, Application Security, Threat Detection, Virtual Machines, Code Review, Debugging, System Programming, Scripting, Windows PowerShell, Virtual Environment, Linux, File Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Campaign Management, Communication, Analysis, Presentations, Social Media, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Digital Advertising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Physics, Calculus, Mechanics, Physical Science, Advanced Mathematics, Energy and Utilities, Mathematical Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Education Software and Technology, Virtual Environment, Learning Management Systems, End User Training and Support, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Digital Communications, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Planning, Stakeholder Management, Team Leadership, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Scoping, Project Documentation, Project Schedules, Agile Project Management, Quality Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Risk Management, Cost Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Data Science, Embedded Systems, General Networking, Network Planning And Design, Big Data, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Platforms, Computer Hardware
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Software Design, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C and C++, Program Development, Application Programming Interface (API), UI Components, Debugging, User Interface (UI), Application Development, Event-Driven Programming, File Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Behavior-Driven Development, DevSecOps, Test Driven Development (TDD), Kanban Principles, Continuous Integration, Agile Software Development, Lean Methodologies, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Software Development Methodologies, Continuous Deployment, Unit Testing, Integration Testing, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Process
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks