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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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    Pearson

    Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829)

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Transaction Processing, File I/O, Java Programming, Data Access, Object Oriented Design, Dataflow, Data Persistence, Database Management, Stored Procedure, SQL, Application Development, Information Management, Command-Line Interface, Application Deployment, Data Integrity, Data Import/Export, OS Process Management, Application Programming Interface (API), Mitigation

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    AI Workflow: Data Analysis and Hypothesis Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Probability Distribution, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Inference, Python Programming, Machine Learning

    4.3
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    128 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Mastering DeepSeek.ai: From Fundamentals to Advanced Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Make.com, Email Automation, DeepSeek API, Deepseek, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, User Interface (UI), LLM Application, AI Integrations, Human Computer Interaction, No-Code Development, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, AI Product Strategy, Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Workflow Management, Embeddings, Natural Language Processing, Prompt Engineering, Debugging

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    64 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Glasgow

    Generative AI in Education

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI, AI literacy, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to the Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Data Wrangling, R (Software), Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, R Programming, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Management, File Management, Data Visualization

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Working with BigQuery

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Reporting, Data Visualization, Big Data, SQL, Interactive Data Visualization, Query Languages, Data Import/Export, Google Cloud Platform, Data Warehousing, Data Sharing, Analytics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    274 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Quantitative Research Methods: Tools for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Statistics, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Analytics, Research Methodologies, Statistical Methods, R (Software), Research, R Programming, Data Collection, Research Reports, Correlation Analysis, Data Ethics

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Foundations of Management Consulting: Strategies & Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Operations, Supply Chain, Business Operations, Marketing, Advertising, Process Design, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Lean Methodologies, Cost Benefit Analysis, Business Analysis Tools, Case Studies, Corporate Strategy, Go To Market Strategy, Market Analysis, Revenue Management, Strategic Marketing, Customer Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 3 (Projects)

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Simulations, Code Review, User Interface (UI), Spreadsheet Software, Automation, Data Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    465 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google DeepMind

    Gemini for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, Gemini, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Google Cloud Platform, Application Programming Interface (API), Real Time Data, Key Management, Tool Calling, Agentic systems, Cloud Deployment, Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Hearing Loss in Children

    Skills you'll gain: Speech Language Pathology, Pediatrics, Speech Therapy, Communication Disorders, Language Disorders, Child Health, Parent Communication, Disabilities, Developmental Disabilities, Childhood Education and Development, Neurology, Sensory Systems Analysis, Public Health, Child Development, Rehabilitation, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Patient Treatment, Special Education, Clinical Assessment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    238 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Database Design & Management with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Data Migration, Generative AI, Database Development, Dashboard Creation, Software Documentation, Database Management, ChatGPT, Database Architecture and Administration, SQL, Business Reporting, Prototyping, Performance Testing

    4.8
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    55 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Pearson
  • AI Workflow: Data Analysis and Hypothesis Testing: IBM
  • Mastering DeepSeek.ai: From Fundamentals to Advanced Skills: Board Infinity
  • Generative AI in Education: University of Glasgow
  • Introduction to the Tidyverse: Johns Hopkins University
  • Working with BigQuery: Coursera
  • Quantitative Research Methods: Tools for Data Analysis: Coursera
  • Foundations of Management Consulting: Strategies & Tools: Board Infinity
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 3 (Projects): University of Colorado Boulder
  • Gemini for Developers: Google DeepMind

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