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COBOL Courses

COBOL courses can help you learn programming fundamentals, data processing, file handling, and business application development. You can build skills in debugging, optimizing code, and working with legacy systems. Many courses introduce tools like IBM's Enterprise COBOL and Micro Focus Visual COBOL, that support maintaining and modernizing existing applications in various industries. You'll also explore concepts such as structured programming, report generation, and database integration, all of which are crucial for effective COBOL programming.


Popular COBOL Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Node.js & MongoDB: Developing Back-end Database Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Restful API, Database Design, Database Development, Database Application, NoSQL, MongoDB, Back-End Web Development, Performance Tuning, API Design, Cloud Applications, Relational Databases, Authentications, Server Side, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, Middleware, Scalability, Javascript

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM COBOL Software Development Process

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle, z/OS, COBOL (Programming Language), Unit Testing, Systems Analysis, Systems Development, Pseudocode, Program Development, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Software Design, Agile Software Development, Systems Architecture, Mainframe Computing, Scrum (Software Development), Test Planning, Mainframe Technologies, Software Testing

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    71 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Data Visualization and Dashboards with Excel and Cognos

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, IBM Cognos Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Tree Maps, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Advanced Unix System Programming and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Unix, Shell Script, Command-Line Interface, Remote Access Systems, Scripting, Systems Administration, Operating System Administration, File I/O, IT Automation, User Accounts, File Systems, System Monitoring, Operating Systems, File Management, Performance Tuning, User Provisioning, OS Process Management, Authorization (Computing)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Test Driven Development (TDD), Release Management, Software Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, System Testing, Application Deployment, Software Quality Assurance, Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Data Validation, Systems Analysis, Systems Thinking, Data Modeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Process Automation, Digital Transformation, Process Flow Diagrams

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Mastering Operating Systems with IBM AIX

    Skills you'll gain: Shell Script, Unix Shell, File Management, User Accounts, Operating System Administration, Unix, Package and Software Management, Systems Administration, File Systems, TCP/IP, Data Maintenance, User Provisioning, Midrange Computer, Unix Commands, System Monitoring, Scripting, Disaster Recovery, System Software, System Configuration, Data Centers

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    C# Advanced Projects for Web and Enterprise Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, .NET Framework, Data Validation, Business Logic, Database Design, Web Development, Database Development, C# (Programming Language), Verification And Validation, Relational Databases, Billing & Invoicing, Databases, User Interface (UI), Program Development, Billing, Database Application, Development Testing, Software Testing, Application Design, Web Design and Development

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Edureka

    Claude Code for Vibe Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Model Context Protocol, Claude Code, Vibe coding, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Agentic Workflows, GitHub Copilot, AI Enablement, AI Security, Prompt Engineering, Code Review, Prompt Patterns, Software Development, Web Applications, Software Testing, Security Testing, Software Engineering, Web Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI Agents, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cloud Services, Database Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Methodologies, Data Strategy, Database Application, Programming Principles, Data Storage Technologies, Cross Platform Development, Package and Software Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computer Programming, Other Programming Languages

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    464 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Programming and Data Wrangling with VBA and Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, File I/O, Data Wrangling, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Manipulation, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Spreadsheet Software, Automation, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Data Science, Query Languages, File Management, Debugging, Performance Improvement, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Edureka

    Building Full-Stack Applications with Vibe Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Prompt Engineering, Authentications, LLM Application, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, User Interface (UI), Application Deployment, Full-Stack Web Development, Application Development, No-Code Development, Generative AI, Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), Back-End Web Development, System Design and Implementation, Frontend Performance, Software Development Life Cycle, Database Management, Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Relational Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Databases, Database Theory, Database Design, Database Systems, Database Management, Database Development, SQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management Systems, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Transaction Processing, Data Management, System Design and Implementation, Information Technology, Data Analysis, Information Architecture, Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular cobol courses

  • Node.js & MongoDB: Developing Back-end Database Applications: IBM
  • IBM COBOL Software Development Process: IBM
  • Data Visualization and Dashboards with Excel and Cognos: IBM
  • Advanced Unix System Programming and Performance: EDUCBA
  • Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies : IBM
  • Mastering Operating Systems with IBM AIX: IBM
  • C# Advanced Projects for Web and Enterprise Applications: EDUCBA
  • Claude Code for Vibe Coding: Edureka
  • Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases : IBM
  • Programming and Data Wrangling with VBA and Excel: Logical Operations

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