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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


  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Natural Language Processing, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Technical Communication, Embedded Systems, Machine Learning Methods, Embedded Software, Distributed Computing, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Software Design Documents, Hardware Design, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Student Services, Recognizing Others, Text Mining, Electrical Engineering

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    More C# Programming and Unity

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Data Storage, C and C++, Game Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Logic

    4.8 stars, 626 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Programming With C#

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, .NET Framework, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Development Tools, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Performance Tuning

    4.6 stars, 144 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (144) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Composure, Interpersonal Communications, Computer Programming, Communication Strategies, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Planning, Algorithms, Data Structures, Stress Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Multicore and GPGPU Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, System Programming, Programming Principles, Distributed Computing, C and C++, Performance Tuning, Memory Management, Algorithms, OS Process Management, Program Development, Scalability, Data Sharing, Performance Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master OpenCV Fundamentals for Real-Time Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Real Time Data, Model Training, Python Programming, Development Environment, Data Preprocessing, Software Installation

    4.4 stars, 28 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply OpenCV for Real-Time Computer Vision Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Program Development, Data Science, Real Time Data, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Code Reusability, Python Programming, Development Environment, Model Training, Classification Algorithms, File I/O, Color Matching, System Design and Implementation, Data Preprocessing, Software Installation

    4.4 stars, 29 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (29) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Math for Computer Science - Logic & Set Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Theoretical Computer Science, Deductive Reasoning, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Algorithms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Network Model, Combinatorics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Model Optimization, Python Programming

    4.8 stars, 66 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (66) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Coursera

    GenAI for Computer Support Specialists (IT Support)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Technical Support and Services, AI literacy, Technical Support, AI Personalization, AI Integrations, Data Ethics, Automation

    4 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    MathWorks

    Object Tracking and Motion Detection with Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Matlab, Transfer Learning, Traffic Flow Optimization

    4.7 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Object Oriented Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, File Management, Application Development, File Systems, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Program Development, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Data Management

    4.8 stars, 79 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (79) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer programming courses

  • Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering: Dartmouth College
  • More C# Programming and Unity: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Programming With C#: Microsoft
  • Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success: Coursera
  • Multicore and GPGPU Programming: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Master OpenCV Fundamentals for Real-Time Computer Vision: EDUCBA
  • Apply OpenCV for Real-Time Computer Vision Projects: EDUCBA
  • Discrete Math for Computer Science - Logic & Set Theory: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming: University of Colorado Boulder
  • GenAI for Computer Support Specialists (IT Support): Coursera

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