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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.


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Popular Programming Basics Courses and Certifications


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    DeepLearning.AI

    Advanced Deployment Scenarios with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Federated Learning, Tensorflow, Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Information Privacy, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Neural Networks, Data Visualization

    4.8
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    512 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Transfer Learning for NLP with TensorFlow Hub

    Skills you'll gain: Transfer Learning, Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Embeddings, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Software Visualization

    4.8
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    181 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Processamento Neural de Linguagem Natural em Português I

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Python Programming, Embeddings, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Deep Learning

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Master Microsoft Excel: Apply, Analyze & Visualize Data

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Productivity Software, Data Management, Computer Literacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    62 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Probabilistic Deep Learning with TensorFlow 2

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Autoencoders, Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Probability Distribution, Unsupervised Learning, Sampling (Statistics)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    109 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Python for Beginners: Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Plot (Graphics), Data-oriented programming, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Storage

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Cloud Systems Software

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Distributed Computing, Virtualization, Data Store, Software Systems, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Virtual Machines, Scalability, Apache Hadoop

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    319 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data and Electronic Health Records

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Data Management, Data Integrity, Health Information Management, Data Quality, Health Informatics, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Personally Identifiable Information, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Clinical Documentation, Data Security

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Working with Subqueries in SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, PostgreSQL, Query Languages

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Agentic AI with LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen and BeeAI

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Application Design, Tool Calling, Large Language Modeling, Context Management, Software Design Patterns

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    77 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Database Clients

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Django (Web Framework), Database Management, Database Application, SQL, Databases, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    98 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Generative AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Ethics, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Model Deployment, Azure DevOps, Microsoft Azure, ChatGPT, AI Security, AI Enablement, Model Evaluation, CI/CD, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Advanced Deployment Scenarios with TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI
  • Transfer Learning for NLP with TensorFlow Hub: Coursera
  • Processamento Neural de Linguagem Natural em Português I: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Master Microsoft Excel: Apply, Analyze & Visualize Data: EDUCBA
  • Probabilistic Deep Learning with TensorFlow 2: Imperial College London
  • Python for Beginners: Data Structures: Coursera
  • Cloud Systems Software: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Data and Electronic Health Records: Johns Hopkins University
  • Working with Subqueries in SQL: Coursera
  • Agentic AI with LangGraph, CrewAI, AutoGen and BeeAI: IBM

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