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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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    University of Colorado System

    Kalman Filter Boot Camp (and State Estimation)

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Estimation, Matlab, Statistical Modeling, Simulations, Control Systems, Probability, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution

    4.9
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Java Development Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Frontend Integration, Continuous Integration, Restful API, Database Development, Docker (Software), Model View Controller, Front-End Web Development, Relational Databases, Databases, Web Design and Development, User Story, CI/CD, Java, Java Programming, Database Application, Full-Stack Web Development, Spring Boot, Back-End Web Development, Software Design Documents

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Developing Applications with Google Cloud: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Application Deployment, Application Development, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Authentications, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud API, CI/CD, Computer Programming Tools, Performance Tuning, Application Performance Management, Cloud Storage, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Computing Platforms

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Linux & Python: Automate & Manage Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Scripting, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Scripting Languages, Operating System Administration, Data Persistence, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Systems Administration, IT Automation, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Object-Relational Mapping, YAML, System Programming, Python Programming, Persistence, Operational Efficiency

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Indexing, Performance Optimization & Functions in SQL Server

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Microsoft SQL Servers, Database Development, Transact-SQL, Performance Tuning, Database Management, Query Languages, SQL, Microsoft Copilot, AI Integrations, Code Reusability, Continuous Monitoring

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    PyQt Training Beginner Level

    Skills you'll gain: UI Components, Interactive Design, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Event-Driven Programming, Application Design, Development Environment, Application Development, Web Applications, Application Frameworks, Software Installation, Python Programming, Web Frameworks

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    JavaScript Security Refreshers

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Secure Coding, Cryptography, Application Security, Web Applications, Javascript, Identity and Access Management, Node.JS, Security Awareness

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    70 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Importing Data into R

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, R (Software), Relational Databases, Statistical Software, Data Import/Export, R Programming, Databases, Microsoft Excel

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Scrimba

    Async JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Diabetes Disease Detection with XG-Boost and Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Classification Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Diagnostic Tests, Python Programming

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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Tsinghua University

    Data Structures and Algorithms (II)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Data Analysis with NumPy and Pandas

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, NumPy, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Business Reporting, Data Wrangling, Jupyter, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Plot (Graphics), Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Processing, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Kalman Filter Boot Camp (and State Estimation): University of Colorado System
  • Java Development Capstone Project: IBM
  • Developing Applications with Google Cloud: Foundations: Google Cloud
  • Linux & Python: Automate & Manage Systems: EDUCBA
  • Indexing, Performance Optimization & Functions in SQL Server: Microsoft
  • PyQt Training Beginner Level: EDUCBA
  • JavaScript Security Refreshers: Infosec
  • Importing Data into R: Coursera
  • Async JavaScript: Scrimba
  • Diabetes Disease Detection with XG-Boost and Neural Networks: Coursera

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