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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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    Simplilearn

    Workflow Automation using Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Marketing Automation, OpenAI API, Business Process Automation, AI Workflows, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Automation, Performance Tuning, Workflow Management, Generative AI, Scalability, Blogs, Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency, AI Integrations, Real Time Data, Business Logic, Social Media Content, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Manage Identities and Governance in Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Active Directory, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microsoft Azure, Single Sign-On (SSO), Active Directory, Cloud Management, Identity and Access Management, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication, User Provisioning, Data Governance, Cloud Services, Security Controls

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Software Development on SAP HANA

    Skills you'll gain: SAP S/4HANA, Data Modeling, SAP Applications, Systems Architecture, Enterprise Resource Planning, Functional Requirement, Software Development Tools, Data Migration, Software Development Methodologies, Application Deployment, Organizational Structure, Compliance Reporting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Exploiting and Securing Vulnerabilities in Java Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Exploit development, Penetration Testing, Security Strategy, Security Testing, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Code Review, Vulnerability Management, Secure Coding, Authorization (Computing), Exploitation techniques, Java, Security Controls, Java Programming, Patch Management, Dependency Analysis, Docker (Software), JSON

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Mastering Claude Code: From Setup to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Anthropic Claude, Vibe coding, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Tool Calling, Integrated Development Environments, Agentic Workflows, Software Development Tools, Code Review, AI Workflows, Software Development, GitHub, AI Personalization, Application Deployment, Generative AI, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Web Development, Front-End Web Development

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    MV Substation - An industrial approach (PART-A)

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Control Systems, Electrical Systems, High Voltage, Electrical Equipment, Electric Power Systems, Low Voltage, Electrical Power, Electrical Safety, Plant Operations and Management, Three-Phase, Schematic Diagrams, Safety Standards, Technical Standard, Construction, Thermal Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of New Mexico

    Web Application Development: Basic Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Git (Version Control System), Middleware, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Application Development, Software Architecture, User Interface (UI), Agile Software Development, Application Frameworks, Ajax, User Interface (UI) Design, Model View Controller, Databases, Database Management, Data Modeling, Relational Databases, Ruby on Rails

    4.3
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Design and Develop a Website using Figma and CSS

    Skills you'll gain: Figma (Design Software), Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Prototyping, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Design Software, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

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    Whizlabs

    Selenium WebDriver with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Tools, Debugging, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Test Automation, Browser Compatibility, Web Applications, Test Script Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Test Case, Web Development Tools, Development Environment, Software Architecture, Python Programming, Software Installation, Package and Software Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Strategically Build and Engage Your Network on LinkedIn

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Driving engagement, Professional Networking, Digital Publishing, Social Media, Relationship Building, Branding, Web Presence, Social Media Strategy, Brand Awareness

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Oracle Database Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, Oracle Databases, PL/SQL, Database Administration, SQL, Database Management Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Stored Procedure, Database Management, Network Architecture, Software Development Tools, Change Control

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Introduction to Machine Learning with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative AI, Model Training, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Artificial Neural Networks, Model Evaluation, Data Processing, Classification Algorithms, Computer Vision, Computer Programming, Regression Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Workflow Automation using Generative AI: Simplilearn
  • Manage Identities and Governance in Azure: Whizlabs
  • Software Development on SAP HANA: SkillUp
  • Exploiting and Securing Vulnerabilities in Java Applications: University of California, Davis
  • Mastering Claude Code: From Setup to Real Projects: SkillsBooster Academy
  • MV Substation - An industrial approach (PART-A): L&T EduTech
  • Web Application Development: Basic Concepts: University of New Mexico
  • Design and Develop a Website using Figma and CSS: Coursera
  • Selenium WebDriver with Python: Whizlabs
  • Strategically Build and Engage Your Network on LinkedIn: Coursera

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