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Programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, as well as concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. You can build skills in debugging, version control, and writing efficient code. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and frameworks such as React or Django, that support developing web applications and software solutions.

Popular Programming Courses and Certifications


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    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Development Environment, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Microsoft Development Tools

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    173 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    GPU Programming with C++ and CUDA

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Development Environment, Performance Tuning, Test Tools, System Programming, Docker (Software), Computer Architecture, Containerization, Development Testing, Programming Principles, Software Development Tools, Hardware Architecture, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Debugging, Memory Management, Software-Defined Networking, Scripting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Object-Oriented Programming in C++: Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Pseudocode, File I/O, C++ (Programming Language), Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Environment, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Software Installation

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    The Complete Carbon Programming Course

    Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Memory Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Data-Oriented C++ in Scientific Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Data-oriented programming, Memory Management, Object Oriented Design, System Programming, Microarchitecture, Performance Testing, Hardware Architecture, Data Access

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Debugging, Test Planning, Functional Testing, Other Programming Languages

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    236 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Data Storage, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Microsoft Development Tools, .NET Framework, Computer Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Ruby Fundamentals and Basic Programming Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Code Reusability, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Apple Xcode, Computational Logic, Software Installation, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming Tools, Microsoft Windows, Command-Line Interface

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Java and Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Java Programming, Application Development, Data Structures, Application Design, Software Testing, Program Development, Development Testing, Programming Principles, Systems Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computer Programming, Other Programming Languages

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    334 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Reward Programming: Optimizing RL Efficiency and Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Computational Logic, Responsible AI, AI Workflows, Machine Learning Methods, Model Optimization, Agentic systems, Machine Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Model Evaluation, Continuous Monitoring, Functional Specification, Markov Model, Verification And Validation, Safety and Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management, Memory Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    535 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Functional Programming with Java and Threads

    Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Object Oriented Design, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Open Source Technology, Programming Principles, Scalability, Functional Design

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic: LearnQuest
  • GPU Programming with C++ and CUDA: Packt
  • Object-Oriented Programming in C++: Functions: University of London
  • The Complete Carbon Programming Course: Packt
  • Data-Oriented C++ in Scientific Programming: University of Geneva
  • Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections: LearnQuest
  • Ruby Fundamentals and Basic Programming Concepts: Packt
  • Introduction to Java and Object-Oriented Programming: University of Pennsylvania
  • Reward Programming: Optimizing RL Efficiency and Safety: University of Colorado Boulder

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