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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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    Board Infinity

    JavaScript for Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: jQuery, Javascript, Web Applications, Ajax, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Responsive Web Design

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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Data Visualization: Fundamentals to Interactive Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Leaflet (Software), Spatial Analysis, Network Model, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Geospatial Information and Technology, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Network Analysis, Geospatial Mapping

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Foundations of Agile and Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Kanban Principles, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Prioritization, Scalability, Lean Methodologies, Waterfall Methodology

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    9 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Mastering Java - From Beginner to Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming Tools, Code Reusability, Software Installation, Linux Commands

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Data Management Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, MySQL, Data Management, Database Design, Data Warehousing, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Security, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Database Management, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, SQL, Microsoft Excel, Data Governance, Data Manipulation

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    9 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Project Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Performance Metric, Scheduling, Timelines, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Estimation, Stakeholder Management, Milestones (Project Management), Agile Project Management, Negotiation, Cost Estimation, Resource Planning, Risk Analysis, Project Risk Management, Contract Management, Kanban Principles, Estimation

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Statistical Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Supervised Learning, Statistical Inference, Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Logistic Regression

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Player Evaluation, Team Performance and Roster Management

    Skills you'll gain: Calendar Management, People Analytics, Performance Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Scheduling, Labor Relations, Workforce Management, Staff Management, Team Performance Management, Linear Algebra, Data Management, Administration, Contract Management, Team Management, Unsupervised Learning, R (Software), R Programming, Statistical Programming, Operations Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Accessible Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface (UI), Usability, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, UI Components, HTML and CSS, Semantic Web, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript

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    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Pearson

    SQL for Any IT Professional: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Systems, Database Management, Data Modeling, Query Languages

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Foundations of AI, LLMs, and Development Environments

    Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, Generative Model Architectures, AI Integrations, Hugging Face, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), AI literacy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Kanban for Software Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Workflow Management, Agile Software Development, Agile Project Management, Project Estimation, Agile Methodology, Estimation, Process Optimization, Backlogs, Agile Product Development, User Story, Process Improvement, Resource Utilization

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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

  • JavaScript for Web Development: Board Infinity
  • Data Visualization: Fundamentals to Interactive Storytelling: University of Pittsburgh
  • Foundations of Agile and Exam Preparation: Packt
  • Mastering Java - From Beginner to Intermediate: Packt
  • Data Management Capstone Project: SkillUp
  • Project Planning: University of California, Irvine
  • Statistical Learning: Illinois Tech
  • Player Evaluation, Team Performance and Roster Management: The State University of New York
  • Introduction to Accessible Web Development: Coursera
  • SQL for Any IT Professional: Unit 1: Pearson

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