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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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    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to C# Programming and Unity

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Game Design, Computer Programming, Data Storage, Development Environment, User Interface (UI), Scripting

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Power BI Basics: Requirements to Visualizations

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Modeling, Data Transformation, Business Requirements, Star Schema, Data Visualization Software, Snowflake Schema, Relational Databases, Data Integration, Database Design, Data Import/Export, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Object-Oriented Programming in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Simulations

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Introduction to Git and GitHub Basics

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Unix Shell, Software Versioning, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Software Configuration Management, File Management

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    More C++ Programming and Unreal

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Video Game Development, Data Storage, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming

    4.4
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    34 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    ISAE-SUPAERO

    New Space: Access to space - Basics

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Sustainable Engineering, Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Issue, Thermal Management, Chemistry, Physics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Java Programming & Maven Build Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Java Programming, Java, Build Tools, Eclipse (Software), Database Application, Full-Stack Web Development, CI/CD, Web Applications, Application Servers, Software Configuration Management, Continuous Integration, Application Development, Business Logic, UI Components, Integrated Development Environments, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Automation, Software Design Patterns, Program Development

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Swift Programming Fundamentals & Intro to SwiftUI

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Application Deployment, Apple Xcode, Application Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Application Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Functional Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    The Arduino Platform and C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, C (Programming Language), Electronic Components, Computer Hardware, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Electronics Engineering, Network Protocols, Development Environment, Digital Communications, Open Source Technology

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Blockchain Basics and Smart Contract Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Application Development, Emerging Technologies, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Cryptography, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Transaction Processing, Data Structures, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Arduino Programming and Project Development

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Basic Electrical Systems, Wireless Networks, C and C++, Computer Programming, Control Systems, Interactive Design, Software Installation, Electronic Components, C++ (Programming Language), Electronics, Display Devices, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Robotics, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Electrical Wiring

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    JavaScript Programming with React, Node & MongoDB

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, React Redux, Restful API, Database Design, Ajax, Database Application, Databases, Full-Stack Web Development, Server Side, NoSQL, Back-End Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, React.js, Performance Tuning, API Design, Data Structures, MongoDB, Debugging, JavaScript Frameworks

    4.4
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introduction to C# Programming and Unity: University of Colorado System
  • Power BI Basics: Requirements to Visualizations : University of Washington
  • Object-Oriented Programming in Python: Duke University
  • Introduction to Git and GitHub Basics: Packt
  • More C++ Programming and Unreal: University of Colorado System
  • New Space: Access to space - Basics: ISAE-SUPAERO
  • Apply Java Programming & Maven Build Automation: EDUCBA
  • Swift Programming Fundamentals & Intro to SwiftUI: Packt
  • The Arduino Platform and C Programming: University of California, Irvine
  • Blockchain Basics and Smart Contract Foundations: Packt

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