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.

Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Linux Commands
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Storytelling, User Experience Design, C# (Programming Language), Animations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), AI Security
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Data Structures, Video Game Development, Java Programming, Java, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Development Environment, Program Development
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Data Preprocessing, Regression Analysis, Software Installation, System Configuration, Development Environment, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Database Systems, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage, Performance Tuning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Imperial College London
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Android Development, Computer Graphics, Android Studio, Computer Graphic Techniques, Animations, Interaction Design
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Logistic Regression, Data Cleansing, Apache Spark, PySpark, Data Manipulation, Applied Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Science, Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Python Programming
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universidade Estadual de Campinas
Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Digital pedagogy, Robotics, Computer Programming Tools, Prototyping, Technical Design, Artificial Intelligence, Open Source Technology, Embedded Systems, Creative Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI), MySQL, User Interface (UI) Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Database Design, Application Deployment, Application Design, Python Programming, Application Development, Database Management, Graphical Tools, Database Application, Databases, Software Design, Computer Graphics, Development Environment, SQL
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Storage Technologies, Software Installation, Development Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, R Programming, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months