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.

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Scraping, Data Structures, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computer Programming, Python Programming, Scripting Languages, User Interface (UI), Open Source Technology, Database Development, Program Development, File I/O, Data Persistence, Software Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), API Design, Software Architecture, Software Design, Maintainability, Data Structures, Generative AI Agents, Data Validation, Performance Tuning, Secure Coding, Verification And Validation, Algorithms, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Containerization, Ubuntu, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Deployment, Unix, Linux, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, File Systems, Big Data, Data Infrastructure, Java, Data Structures, File Management, Systems Architecture, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Data Storage, Development Environment, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Remote Access Systems, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, System Programming, Operating Systems, Hardware Architecture, Performance Tuning, Computer Hardware
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Control Panels, Cloud Hosting, User Accounts, File Management, System Configuration, Web Servers, Content Management, Safety and Security, User Interface (UI)
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Creative Design, Responsible AI, Music, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Kubernetes, Virtual Machines, Devops Tools, Containerization, IT Automation, Docker (Software), Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Automation, Amazon Web Services, File Management, Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Linux Servers, Operating System Administration, YAML, Windows Servers, Microsoft Windows, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Web Servers
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Technical University of Munich (TUM)
Skills you'll gain: Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Cost Management, Accounting, Product Planning, Resource Allocation, Depreciation, Production Process, Financial Accounting, Operating Expense
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Data Management, Data Structures, Application Development, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Scripting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Teamwork, Design Thinking, Ideation, Planning, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, New Business Development, Creative Thinking, Decision Making, Open Mindset, Lean Methodologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java, Algorithms, Java Programming, Program Development, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Software Design, Computer Programming, Data Import/Export, Integrated Development Environments, File I/O, Data Processing, Software Documentation, Data Manipulation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), API Design, Data Analysis, Software Testing, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months