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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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    L&T EduTech

    Geospatial Information Technology Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, GIS Software, Database Management, Database Management Systems, ArcGIS, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Data Mapping, Data Import/Export, Open Source Technology, Web Applications, Mobile Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Digital Literacy: Introduction to Using Computers

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Document Management, Computer Literacy, File Systems, Computer Hardware, Computer Security Awareness Training, Spreadsheet Software, Security Awareness, digital literacy, Safety and Security, Cybersecurity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Wrangling, Python Programming, Data Transformation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Vanderbilt University

    Building HTTP APIs with Spring

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, API Testing, Spring Framework, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Data Persistence, Web Applications, Application Frameworks, Development Testing, Software Testing, Web Services, Object-Relational Mapping, Application Security, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Network Protocols

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Using MySQL Database with PHP

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Relational Databases, MySQL, PHP (Scripting Language), SQL, Databases, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Back-End Web Development, Data Access

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Applying Python for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Probability & Statistics, Data Transformation, Analytics, Statistics, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Advanced Analytics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Correlation Analysis, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Angular for Front End Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Test Driven Development (TDD), Web Components, Unit Testing, Development Testing, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Test Script Development, Software Testing, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Development Environment, UI Components, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Data Persistence

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    41 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute

    Optimizing Machine Learning Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Model Optimization, Business Operations, Machine Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Operational Performance Management, Applied Machine Learning, Business Strategy, Risk Mitigation, Systems Integration, Stakeholder Communications

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    Immersify

    Vital Signs, Vital Skills: Essential Patient Assessments

    Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Patient Communication, Psychosocial Assessments, Health Assessment, Patient Observation, Basic Patient Care, Clinical Assessment, Mental Status Examination, Nursing Basics, Patient-centered Care, Blood Pressure, Behavioral Health, Patient Treatment, Clinical Monitoring, Triage, Clinical Nursing, Nursing, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Surgical Nursing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Java: Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Java, Java Programming, Other Programming Languages

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Industrial Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Network Planning And Design, Malware Protection, General Networking, Information Technology Architecture

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    41 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Geospatial Information Technology Essentials: L&T EduTech
  • Digital Literacy: Introduction to Using Computers: Coursera
  • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 3: Coursera
  • Building HTTP APIs with Spring: Vanderbilt University
  • Using MySQL Database with PHP: Coursera
  • Applying Python for Data Analysis: Coursera
  • Angular for Front End Engineers: Codio
  • Optimizing Machine Learning Performance: Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
  • Developing Applications with Google Cloud: Foundations: Google Cloud
  • Vital Signs, Vital Skills: Essential Patient Assessments: Immersify

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