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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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    Universidad Austral

    Diseñando páginas web con Bootstrap 4

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, LESS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Version Control, HTML and CSS, jQuery, Web Design and Development, Bitbucket, UI Components, Web Design, Git (Version Control System), Web Development Tools, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Javascript and jQuery, Application Deployment, Node.JS, Javascript, Build Tools

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    661 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Coding for Designers, Managers, and Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Javascript, Model View Controller, Debugging, HTML and CSS, Prototyping, jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, Web Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software Development, Frontend Integration

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    74 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Networking and Security in iOS Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), Apple iOS, iOS Development, JSON, Objective-C (Programming Language), OAuth, Authentications, Mobile Development, Single Sign-On (SSO), Web Services, Secure Coding, Data Store, Cryptographic Protocols, Application Security, Data Persistence

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    255 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Presentations, Data Cleansing, Rmarkdown, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Validation, Data Ethics, R (Software), Analytical Skills, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Spreadsheet Software, Ggplot2, SQL, File Management, Dashboard Creation, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Interviewing Skills

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    330 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Project Delivery in Business Analysis and Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Quality Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Scrum (Software Development), Business Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Business Process, Risk Analysis, Requirements Management, Risk Management, Solution Delivery, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Business Process Improvement, Project Planning, Business Planning, Quality Control, Quality Monitoring, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    101 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Probabilistic Deep Learning with TensorFlow 2

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Tensorflow, Autoencoders, Generative Model Architectures, Bayesian Network, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Model Optimization, Probability Distribution, Model Training, Sampling (Statistics), Data Transformation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    109 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Practical Data Science for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Data Import/Export, Matplotlib, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Science, Plot (Graphics), Regression Analysis, Financial Data, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Correlation Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Analytics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Digital Signal Processing 4: Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Digital Communications, Communication Systems, Image Analysis, Telecommunications, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Embedded Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    85 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Data Analysts' Toolbox - Excel, Power BI, Python, & Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, R Programming, Alteryx, R (Software), Dashboard, Statistical Programming, Data Transformation, Tableau Software, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Debugging, Data Visualization, Automation, Python Programming, Data Structures, Statistical Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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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, Vulnerability Scanning, 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)

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Get Started with Android App Development

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Android (Operating System), Mobile Development, Application Development, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development Tools, Application Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, Interaction Design, UI/UX Strategy, Usability, Development Environment, Development Testing, Software Testing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Core Java - Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, Code Reusability, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Application Development, Android Development, Memory Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Diseñando páginas web con Bootstrap 4: Universidad Austral
  • Coding for Designers, Managers, and Entrepreneurs: University of Virginia
  • Networking and Security in iOS Applications: University of California, Irvine
  • Google Data Analytics: Google
  • Project Delivery in Business Analysis and Capstone Project: Microsoft
  • Probabilistic Deep Learning with TensorFlow 2: Imperial College London
  • Practical Data Science for Data Analysts: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Digital Signal Processing 4: Applications: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Data Analysts' Toolbox - Excel, Power BI, Python, & Tableau: Packt
  • Exploiting and Securing Vulnerabilities in Java Applications: University of California, Davis

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