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Basic Coding Courses

Basic coding courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, JavaScript, and HTML, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and debugging techniques. You can build skills in writing clean code, understanding software development processes, and creating simple applications or websites. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks that streamline web development, allowing you to apply your skills in practical projects.

Popular Basic Coding Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Planned Giving

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Gift Accounting, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Philanthropy, Tax Planning, Marketing Planning, Customer Relationship Building, Developing Training Materials, Tax Management, Accounting and Finance Software, Income Tax, Marketing Strategies, Relationship Building, Estate Planning, Benefits Administration, Tax Compliance, Marketing Materials, Administration, Policy Development, Tax

    4.7 stars, 38 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (38) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Cross-Functional Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Collaboration, Collaboration, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Cooperation, Team Collaboration, Team Leadership, Team Management, Self-Awareness, Personal Attributes, Relationship Building

    4.7 stars, 22 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Programming with Golang

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Web Development, Computer Programming, Program Development, Other Programming Languages

    2.8 stars, 28 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 2.8 (28) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Packt

    Complete Modern C++ (C++11/14/17)

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, File I/O, Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Computer Programming Tools, Integrated Development Environments, System Programming, Programming Principles, Apple Xcode, Code Reusability, Development Environment, Algorithms, File Systems, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Debugging, File Management

    4.3 stars, 32 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (32) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Software Systems, Internet Of Things, Real Time Data, System Requirements, Software Development, Secure Coding, Cloud Computing Architecture, Systems Engineering, Cloud-Based Integration, System Design and Implementation, Back-End Web Development, System Implementation, Communication Systems, System Testing, Algorithms, Performance Testing, Systems Analysis

    4.6 stars, 69 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (69) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Packt

    COBIT 2019 Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), IT Management, Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Governance, Performance Improvement, Program Implementation, Process Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Technology, Technology Strategies, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Capability, Organizational Structure, Risk Management

    4.6 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Effective Marketing in the Global Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Target Market, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing, Value Propositions, Global Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Diversity Marketing, Brand Strategy, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Branding, Marketing Analytics, Brand Awareness, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Content Optimization, Customer Analysis, Market Research, Cultural Diversity, Consumer Behaviour

    4.8 stars, 70 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (70) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Java: Design Patterns, Testing, and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Integration Testing, Continuous Integration, Docker (Software), Java, Cloud Deployment, Containerization, Software Design Patterns, Microservices, Build Tools, Cloud-Native Computing, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Functional Design

    4.8 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • N

    Northeastern University

    Information Systems Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Project Risk Management, Application Design, Web Applications, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Case Studies, Web Development, Software Development Methodologies, Application Development, Program Development, Python Programming, Application Frameworks, Software Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

    3.1 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.1 (24) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Statistics for Data Science Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Statistics, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, General Mathematics, Algebra

    4.5 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Notion for Beginners: Master the Core Features

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Content Management Systems, No-Code Development, Organizational Skills, Content Management, Document Management, Productivity, User Accounts

    4 stars, 16 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4 (16) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Codio

    C++: Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming

    3.9 stars, 16 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic coding courses

  • Planned Giving: University of California, Davis
  • Fundamentals of Cross-Functional Collaboration: University of Colorado System
  • Programming with Golang: Edureka
  • Complete Modern C++ (C++11/14/17): Packt
  • Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT: 28DIGITAL
  • COBIT 2019 Foundation: Packt
  • Effective Marketing in the Global Marketplace: Coursera
  • Java: Design Patterns, Testing, and Deployment: SkillUp
  • Information Systems Foundations: Northeastern University
  • Statistics for Data Science Essentials: University of Pennsylvania

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