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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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    Duke University

    Foundations of Local Large Language models

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Cloud Deployment, LLM Application, Model Deployment, Application Deployment, Large Language Modeling, Hugging Face, Data Ethics, Model Evaluation, Risk Management Framework, Rust (Programming Language)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Understanding and Applying Text Embeddings

    Skills you'll gain: Embeddings, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Anomaly Detection, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Text Mining, Natural Language Processing, Vector Databases, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming

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    67 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Python for Data Science: Real Projects & Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Probability & Statistics, Supervised Learning, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Box Plots, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Science, Statistical Programming, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, Database Application, Database Software, Integrated Development Environments, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    Electronic Music Performance Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Music Performance, Musical Composition, Performing Arts, Music Theory, Music, Instrumental Music, Creativity, Peripheral Devices

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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    AI Business School

    Introduction to AI for marketing professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Risk Management, AI literacy, AI Enablement, Marketing, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, MarTech, Digital Transformation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Next.js

    Skills you'll gain: JavaScript Frameworks, React.js, Application Development, Application Frameworks, Application Deployment, Web Frameworks, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Development Environment, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Routing Protocols, Frontend Performance, Responsive Web Design, Configuration Management, Scalability

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Storage in Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Storage, Data Storage, Identity and Access Management, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Management, Authorization (Computing), Data Management, Data Access, Data Security, Data Governance, Configuration Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Productivity and Systems Development

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Software Development Life Cycle, Productivity Software, Risk Management Framework, Agile Project Management, Agile Software Development, Data Security, Systems Design, Risk Management, Software Development Methodologies, Information Technology, Information Systems, Project Risk Management, Systems Analysis, Computer Systems, Workflow Management, Management Information Systems, Microsoft Excel

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Essential Tools For Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Build Tools, Software Development Tools, Version Control, Software Versioning, Computer Programming Tools, Software Configuration Management, Devops Tools, Apache, Dependency Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    JavaScript Security Refreshers

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Secure Coding, Cryptography, Application Security, Web Applications, Javascript, Identity and Access Management, Node.JS, Security Awareness

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents in Typescript/Javascript with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Debugging, TypeScript, Agentic systems, AI Workflows, Node.JS, OpenAI API, Generative AI, Program Development, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Programming Principles, Tool Calling, Maintainability, Prompt Engineering, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Large Language Modeling, File Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alibaba Cloud Academy

    Protecting Cloud Architecture with Alibaba Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Network Security, General Networking, Operating System Administration, Network Architecture, Data Security, Application Security, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Operating Systems, Linux, Security Controls, Hardening, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Foundations of Local Large Language models: Duke University
  • Understanding and Applying Text Embeddings: DeepLearning.AI
  • Python for Data Science: Real Projects & Analytics: EDUCBA
  • Electronic Music Performance Techniques: Berklee
  • Introduction to AI for marketing professionals: AI Business School
  • Introduction to Next.js: Coursera
  • Storage in Azure: Whizlabs
  • Productivity and Systems Development: University of California, Irvine
  • Essential Tools For Application Development: LearnQuest
  • JavaScript Security Refreshers: Infosec

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