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Basic Coding Courses

Basic coding courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, JavaScript, and HTML, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and debugging techniques. You can build skills in writing clean code, understanding software development processes, and creating simple applications or websites. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks that streamline web development, allowing you to apply your skills in practical projects.

Popular Basic Coding Courses and Certifications


  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Programming with Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Animations, Video Game Development, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Storytelling, Game Design, Solution Design, Program Development, Coordination, Computer Programming Tools

    4.4 stars, 117 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (117) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    The Non-Coder’s Guide to Vibe Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, No-Code Development, Presentations, Application Development, Generative AI, Web Applications, Automation, Prototyping, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Design, Interactive Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, New Product Development, Creative Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, Creativity, Application Deployment

    4.8 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Ruby Fundamentals and Basic Programming Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Code Reusability, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Apple Xcode, Software Installation, Computer Programming Tools, Command-Line Interface

    4.6 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    HTML, CSS, and JavaScript Basics with Simple Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, User Experience Design, Web Design and Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Javascript, Web Development, Web Applications, Responsive Web Design, Microsoft Visual Studio

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to JavaScript Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Program Development, Web Development Tools, Software Development, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Data Validation, Javascript, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Software Design, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    4.2 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Program Development, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Graphics, Diagram Design, Graphical Tools

    4.8 stars, 18K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (18K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    C# Programming Fundamentals and Development Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Version Control, Microsoft Copilot, C# (Programming Language), Git (Version Control System), Microsoft Visual Studio, .NET Framework, Software Versioning, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Application Development, Computer Programming, Microsoft Development Tools, Development Environment, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Programming Principles, Event-Driven Programming, Computational Logic

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Vibe Coding: Build Full-Stack AI Apps Without Writing Code

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, Claude Code, Vibe coding, Large Language Modeling, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Debugging, Front-End Web Development, Application Deployment, Application Design, Server Side, AI Integrations, Web Applications, AI Personalization, Software Architecture, Business Logic, Test Driven Development (TDD), Product Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
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  • S

    Simplilearn

    Python Programming Essentials Training

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Computational Logic, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming Tools, System Software, Software Installation

    3.6 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.6 (14) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    JavaScript from Beginner to Expert 2.0

    Skills you'll gain: JavaScript Frameworks, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, Frontend Performance, Frontend Integration, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Video Game Development, Web Development, Scripting, Development Environment, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Front-End Web Development, Data Validation, Real Time Data, Prototyping, Data Integrity, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Data Storage, Code Reusability

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Practical Python for AI Coding 1

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Programming Principles, Tensorflow, Data Structures, Development Environment, Software Installation, Data Manipulation, Package and Software Management

    4.5 stars, 90 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (90) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Rice University

    Python Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computational Logic, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging

    4.8 stars, 3.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (3.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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