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Computer Programming Courses

Computer programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development principles. You can build skills in debugging, version control, and writing efficient code. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and frameworks such as React or Django, that support developing applications and enhancing your programming capabilities.

Popular Computer Programming Courses and Certifications


  • I

    IBM

    Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Test Driven Development (TDD), Release Management, Software Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, System Testing, Application Deployment, Software Quality Assurance, Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Data Validation, Systems Analysis, Systems Thinking, Data Modeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Process Automation, Digital Transformation, Process Flow Diagrams

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Encryption and Decryption using C++

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Application Development, Security Engineering, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language)

    ★ 4.2 (17) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Clemson University

    Database Management Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Database Management, Database Design, Database Management Systems, MySQL, Database Theory, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Database Development, SQL, NoSQL, Query Languages, Diagram Design, Dependency Analysis

    ★ 4.4 (98) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Packt

    System Design Masterclass

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Systems Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Software Design, Software Architecture, Distributed Computing, Software Systems, Scalability, API Design, Data Storage Technologies, Microservices, Data Storage, Live Streaming, Restful API, API Gateway, Databases, Load Balancing, Application Programming Interface (API), Network Protocols, Capacity Management

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • C

    Coursera

    Build a social media presence for your business using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Target Audience, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Content Development and Management, Social Media, Web Presence, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Branding

    ★ 4.5 (83) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Free
    Free
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

    ★ 4.4 (546) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Networking and Storage

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storage, OSI Models, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Data Storage Technologies, Local Area Networks, Networking Hardware, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Model, Network Infrastructure, TCP/IP, Network Planning And Design, Telecommunications, Network Protocols, Microsoft Windows, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, Wide Area Networks, Command-Line Interface

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Security and Authentication

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, ASP.NET, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authentications, Data Security, Microsoft Copilot, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Back-End Web Development, Debugging, Application Security, Data Storage, Cryptography, Application Programming Interface (API), User Accounts

    ★ 4.2 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    C++ Class Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, C++ (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Game Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Application Development, Application Design, Memory Management

    ★ 4.8 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Social Network Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Graph Theory, R (Software), Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Software, Sociology, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Dependency Analysis

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    User Interface Design and Prototyping

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Prototyping, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Wireframing, Interactive Design, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Figma (Design Software), Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, Mockups, Design Thinking, User Research, Design, Style Guides

    ★ 4.5 (74) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Linux Networking, Security, and Automation Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux, Shell Script, Linux Commands, Firewall, Systems Administration, Disaster Recovery, Unix Shell, Operating System Administration, Network Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Scripting, Network Troubleshooting, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Scripting Languages, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), System Support

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer programming courses

  • Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies: IBM
  • Encryption and Decryption using C++: Coursera
  • Database Management Systems: Clemson University
  • System Design Masterclass: Packt
  • Build a social media presence for your business using Canva: Coursera
  • Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Networking and Storage: IBM
  • Security and Authentication: Microsoft
  • C++ Class Development: University of Colorado System
  • Social Network Analysis: Johns Hopkins University

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