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Basic Coding Courses

Basic coding courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, JavaScript, and HTML, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and debugging techniques. You can build skills in writing clean code, understanding software development processes, and creating simple applications or websites. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks that streamline web development, allowing you to apply your skills in practical projects.

Popular Basic Coding Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Packt

    Networking, Peripherals, and Wireless Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Computer Displays, Peripheral Devices, TCP/IP, Display Devices, Local Area Networks, Networking Hardware, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), General Networking, USB, Wireless Networks, Computer Networking, Network Support, Network Routers, Network Infrastructure, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Switches, Network Administration, Network Protocols

    4.8 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Use C++ to build a Crypto Trading Platform: Final System

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Modeling, Transaction Processing

    4.7 stars, 28 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (28) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Medical Spanish for Healthcare Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Medical History Documentation, Oral and Dental Care, Patient Communication, Spanish Language, Dental Instruments, Language Competency, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Health Care, Hospital Experience, Patient-centered Care, Basic Patient Care, Patient Observation, Clinical Practices, Language Learning, Patient Assistance, Treatment Planning, Active Listening, Multilingualism

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    Howard University

    Introduction to Linear Algebra and Python

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Scientific Visualization, NumPy, Mathematical Software, Algebra, Jupyter, Mathematical Modeling, Data Science, Software Development Tools, Python Programming, Software Installation, Data Manipulation, Git (Version Control System)

    4.4 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    What Do Viruses Do And How Do We Control Them

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Immunology, Microbiology, Pathology, Life Sciences, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Biology, Molecular Biology, Drug Development, Pharmacology, Chronic Diseases

    5 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    AZ-104: Managing Azure Identity, Governance, and Storage

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, User Provisioning, Cloud Management, Cloud Security, User Accounts, Data Security, Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Key Management, Data Storage Technologies, Continuous Monitoring, Encryption

    3.7 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.7 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI-assisted MATLAB Programming with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Matlab, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Debugging

    4.1 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    ChatGPT 4o for Beginners: Create Social Media Content

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, Web Content, AI literacy, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6 stars, 27 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (27) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    Azure Monitoring and Analytics Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: System Monitoring, Dashboard Creation, Event Monitoring, Microsoft Azure, Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Management, Performance Tuning, Virtual Machines, Incident Response, Incident Management, Query Languages, Resource Management

    4.7 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    AI Security

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Data Ethics, Generative AI, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Generative Model Architectures, Threat Modeling, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, IT Security Architecture, Security Architecture Review, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Security Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Agentic systems, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.3 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (12) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Key Industry 4.0 Technologies in Manufacturing - 1

    4.5 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Azure Synapse SQL Pool - Implement Polybase

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Data Lakes, Cloud-Based Integration, Transact-SQL, Data Integration, Cloud Storage, File Management

    4.6 stars, 98 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (98) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic coding courses

  • Networking, Peripherals, and Wireless Technologies: Packt
  • Use C++ to build a Crypto Trading Platform: Final System: University of London
  • Medical Spanish for Healthcare Professionals: Universidades Anáhuac
  • Introduction to Linear Algebra and Python: Howard University
  • What Do Viruses Do And How Do We Control Them: Imperial College London
  • AZ-104: Managing Azure Identity, Governance, and Storage: Packt
  • AI-assisted MATLAB Programming with ChatGPT: Vanderbilt University
  • ChatGPT 4o for Beginners: Create Social Media Content: Coursera
  • Azure Monitoring and Analytics Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • AI Security: Edureka

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