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Beginner Coding Courses

Beginner coding courses can help you learn programming fundamentals, syntax, algorithms, and basic problem-solving techniques. You can build skills in writing clean code, debugging, and understanding data structures. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and platforms for collaborative coding projects. You'll also explore languages such as Python, JavaScript, or HTML/CSS, which are commonly used in web development and software applications.


Popular Beginner Coding Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Everyday Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Excel Formulas, Data Management, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Modeling, Data Cleansing, Financial Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Financial Modeling, Analysis, Data Integrity, Mathematical Modeling, Productivity Software, Complex Problem Solving, Financial Forecasting, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    4.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Mastering Vim: Efficient Editing & Vimscript for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Software Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Version Control, Software Configuration Management, Package and Software Management, Software Development, Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Application Development, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    iOS 16 SwiftUI 3 Loan Tracker MVVM, CoreData, and CloudKit

    Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), iOS Development, Data Store, Maintainability, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Design, Cloud Storage, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Work Smarter with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Writing, Editing, Computer Literacy, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Peer Review

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Procurement Essentials: Streamline and Boost Success

    Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Quality Management, Root Cause Analysis, Procurement, Document Management, Supplier Performance Management, Vendor Contracts, Purchasing, Supplier Management, Inventory Control, Data Entry, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Vendor Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Inventory Management System, Quality Assurance, Negotiation, Risk Analysis, Interviewing Skills

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Argo CD for the Absolute Beginners - Hands-On DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Prometheus (Software), Application Deployment, CI/CD, Grafana, DevOps, Command-Line Interface, Continuous Delivery, YAML, Git (Version Control System)

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Python for Real-World Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Seaborn, Data Storytelling, Data Integration, A/B Testing, Data Import/Export, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Text Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Git (Version Control System), Data Presentation, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Version Control, GitHub, Statistical Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Jupyter, NumPy

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    88 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Excel 365 Advanced – Power Features and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Copilot, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, ChatGPT, Data Import/Export, Data Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Visual Basic (Programming Language)

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Centered Design, Persona (User Experience), Responsive Web Design, Human Centered Design, Design, Design Research, Design Thinking, Usability Testing, Prototyping, Generative AI

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Bestseller
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    U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Programming with Python and Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matplotlib, Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Pandas (Python Package), Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Application Development, Data Visualization, Data Structures, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Debugging, Pivot Tables And Charts, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    The Embedded Linux Security Handbook

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Security Engineering, Application Security, Hardening, Embedded Systems, Infrastructure Security, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Network Security, Secure Coding, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Encryption, System Configuration, Security Strategy, Federal Information Security Management Act, Linux, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, Computer Hardware

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    IoT Hardware Projects with SwiftIO Playground

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Wireless Networks, Application Development, Display Devices, Interactive Design, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Programming, Real Time Data

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner coding courses

  • Everyday Excel: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Mastering Vim: Efficient Editing & Vimscript for Developers: Packt
  • iOS 16 SwiftUI 3 Loan Tracker MVVM, CoreData, and CloudKit: Packt
  • Work Smarter with Microsoft Word: Microsoft
  • Procurement Essentials: Streamline and Boost Success: Coursera
  • Argo CD for the Absolute Beginners - Hands-On DevOps: Packt
  • Python for Real-World Data Analysis: Coursera
  • Excel 365 Advanced – Power Features and Automation: Packt
  • Design a User Experience for Social Good & Prepare for Jobs: Google
  • Introduction to Programming with Python and Java: University of Pennsylvania

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