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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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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Analyse numérique pour ingénieurs

    Skills you'll gain: Numerical Analysis, Differential Equations, Mathematical Software, Matlab, Calculus, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Integral Calculus, Experimentation, Algorithms, Derivatives

    4.5
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    110 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    The Complete Ethical Hacking Course

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Security Software, Software Installation, SQL, Virtual Machines, Data Structures

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Applied Python Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, PySpark, Data Visualization, Snowflake Schema, Data Storytelling, Site Reliability Engineering, Docker (Software), Databricks, Containerization, GitHub Copilot, Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Plotly, Data Pipelines, Kubernetes, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Science, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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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
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    40 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Epic Games

    Blueprint Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Data Management, Blueprinting, Video Game Development, Scripting, Event-Driven Programming, C++ (Programming Language)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    MySQL for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Business Intelligence, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), SQL, Relational Databases, Database Software, Data Presentation, Database Management Systems, Data Visualization Software, Database Management, Databases, Data Access, Authorization (Computing), Query Languages, Performance Tuning

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Linux Embedded System Topics and Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Embedded Software, Agile Software Development, Embedded Systems, Software Testing, Development Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Project Management, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Containerization, Linux, System Programming, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Application Deployment, Operating Systems, File Systems, Internet Of Things, Build Tools

    Build toward a degree

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    Data Visualization for Genome Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Statistical Visualization, Bioinformatics, Plot (Graphics), Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Scatter Plots, Design Elements And Principles, R Programming, Network Analysis, Heat Maps, Molecular Biology, Design Thinking, Statistical Analysis

    4.8
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Producción musical con software libre

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Post-Production, Open Source Technology, Media Production, Musical Composition, Music History, Aesthetics, Multimedia, Collaborative Software, Digital Publishing, Creativity, Editing, Content Creation, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Networking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Population Health: Responsible Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, R (Software), Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Analytical Skills, Medical Privacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Logistic Regression

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    ROS 2 from Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Robotic Process Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, System Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Development Environment, Software Visualization, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Lund University

    Working for a sustainable future: concepts and approaches

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Policy Development, Environmental Issue, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Climate Change Programs, Innovation, Natural Resource Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Community Development, Predictive Modeling, Climate Change Mitigation, Spatial Data Analysis, Resource Utilization, Geospatial Information and Technology

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Analyse numérique pour ingénieurs: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • The Complete Ethical Hacking Course: Packt
  • Applied Python Data Engineering: Duke University
  • Foundations of Management Consulting: Strategies & Tools: Board Infinity
  • Blueprint Scripting: Epic Games
  • MySQL for Data Analytics and Business Intelligence: Edureka
  • Linux Embedded System Topics and Projects: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Visualization for Genome Biology: University of Toronto
  • Producción musical con software libre: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Population Health: Responsible Data Analysis: Universiteit Leiden

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