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Programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, as well as concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. 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 web applications and software solutions.

Popular Programming Courses and Certifications


  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Data Science Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Data Visualization, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, R (Software), R Programming, Statistical Software, Forecasting, Machine Learning

    4.3 stars, 23 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (23) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Peking University

    C#程序设计

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Extensible Languages and XML, Object Oriented Design, .NET Framework, Java, Programming Principles, Data Access, Database Management, User Interface (UI), Algorithms, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Graphics, Program Development

    4.5 stars, 53 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (53) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Meta

    Advanced MySQL Topics

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Stored Procedure, Database Management, SQL, Transaction Processing, Databases, Database Development, JSON, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Advanced Analytics, Performance Tuning, Data Analysis

    4.7 stars, 259 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (259) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Data Analysis Using Pyspark

    Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Matplotlib, Apache Spark, Big Data, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Data Management, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Query Languages, Python Programming

    4.4 stars, 320 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (320) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    Automation and Scripting with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Scripting, Test Script Development, Version Control, GitHub, Unstructured Data, Git (Version Control System), Scripting Languages, Automation, Shell Script, Email Automation, Unit Testing, File Systems, File I/O, Command-Line Interface, File Management, Cloud API, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Productivity

    3.7 stars, 51 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.7 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Spark, Hadoop, and Snowflake for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Snowflake Schema, Databricks, Data Pipelines, Apache Spark, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Apache Hadoop, Data Architecture, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Data Quality, Data Integration, Data Processing, DevOps, Model Training, Model Deployment, Distributed Computing, Data Transformation, SQL, Python Programming

    3.9 stars, 71 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (71) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    SQL Fundamentals for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Data Access, Business Intelligence, Query Languages, Data Warehousing, Data Transformation

    4.7 stars, 81 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (81) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to R: Basic R syntax

    Skills you'll gain: R (Software), R Programming, Computational Logic, Arithmetic, Statistical Programming, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export

    4.5 stars, 52 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (52) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Model Optimization, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Problem Solving, Process Modeling, Mathematical Software, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Data Structures

    4.8 stars, 460 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • M

    Microsoft

    Connect Your Services with Microsoft Azure Service Bus

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, C# (Programming Language), Cloud Storage, Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Distributed Computing, Communication Systems, Event-Driven Programming, Communication, Real Time Data, Data Management

    4.6 stars, 39 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (39) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development 4: 3D Platformer

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Software Design Documents, Social Impact, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Ideation, Scripting, Social Sciences, Peer Review

    4.7 stars, 47 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (47) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Multilevel Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Data Preprocessing, Mathematical Modeling, Model Evaluation

    3.9 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming courses

  • Introduction to Data Science Techniques: Illinois Tech
  • C#程序设计: Peking University
  • Advanced MySQL Topics: Meta
  • Data Analysis Using Pyspark: Coursera
  • Automation and Scripting with Python: Microsoft
  • Spark, Hadoop, and Snowflake for Data Engineering: Duke University
  • SQL Fundamentals for Data Analysts: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Introduction to R: Basic R syntax: Coursera
  • Basic Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Connect Your Services with Microsoft Azure Service Bus: Microsoft

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