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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


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Machine Learning for Accounting with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Optimization, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Model Training, Unsupervised Learning, Text Mining, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Pandas (Python Package), Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Unstructured Data, Feature Engineering, Jupyter, Regression Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming

    ★ 4.6 (45) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of London

    Building Interactive 3D Characters and Social VR

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, 3D Modeling, Animations, Non-Verbal Communication, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, Psychology, Artificial Intelligence

    ★ 4.4 (86) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Robotics Engineering & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation Engineering, Machine Controls, Internet Of Things, Control Systems, Automation, Image Analysis, Industrial Engineering, Computer Vision, Equipment Design, Mechanical Design

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Network Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Linux, Software Installation, Network Security, Linux Administration, Network Analysis, Security Software, Virtual Networking

    ★ 4.3 (238) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Simulations, C (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Automation, Algorithms, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Memory Management

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • G

    Genentech

    Hands On Clinical Reporting Using R

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Clinical Trials, Clinical Research, Interactive Data Visualization, Case Report Forms, Drug Development, Data Presentation, R (Software), Pharmaceuticals, Data Visualization, Statistical Reporting, Dashboard, Data Modeling, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Statistical Programming, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Data Preprocessing

    ★ 4.5 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Optimization for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Model Optimization, Microsoft Excel, Decision Making, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Graphing

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • S

    Scrimba

    Learn JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Application Development, Video Game Development, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Data Storage Technologies, Scripting Languages, Data Persistence, Computer Programming, Data Storage, Computational Logic, Front-End Web Development, Web Development

    ★ 4.7 (150) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    MathWorks

    MATLAB Skills for the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Scripting, User Interface (UI) Design, Matlab, No-Code Development, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Generative AI, Interactive Data Visualization, UI Components, Code Reusability, Mathematical Modeling, Data Visualization, Interactive Design, LLM Application, Scientific Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Programming Principles

    ★ 4.7 (11) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Microsoft Excel: Apply, Analyze & Visualize Data

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Data Management, Debugging, File Management

    ★ 4.8 (71) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Abstraction, Problem Decomposition, and Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Data Storage

    ★ 4.6 (37) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Performing Data Aggregation using SQL Aggregate Functions

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Manipulation, Query Languages, Data Access, PostgreSQL, Data Management

    ★ 4.7 (80) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming basics courses

  • Machine Learning for Accounting with Python: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Building Interactive 3D Characters and Social VR: University of London
  • Robotics Engineering & Applications: L&T EduTech
  • Kali Linux: Board Infinity
  • Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers: University of Colorado System
  • Hands On Clinical Reporting Using R: Genentech
  • Optimization for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
  • Learn JavaScript: Scrimba
  • MATLAB Skills for the AI Era: MathWorks
  • Master Microsoft Excel: Apply, Analyze & Visualize Data: EDUCBA

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