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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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    Packt

    Software Architecture Foundations & Intro to Microservices

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Software Architecture, Systems Architecture, Microservices, Software Design, Application Design, Solution Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Systems Design, Service Oriented Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Object Oriented Design, Maintainability, Engineering Software, Functional Requirement, Programming Principles

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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    SQL CASE Statements

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, SQL, Query Languages, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Database Development, Data Management

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Edureka

    Generative AI Essentials for Finance and Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering Tools, Miro AI, Financial Accounting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Accounting, Risk Analysis, Cash Flows, Data Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Recommender Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Evaluation, Apache Spark, Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, AWS SageMaker, Scalability, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Predictive Modeling, Autoencoders, Python Programming, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Manipulation

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Python Fundamentals and Data Science Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Linear Algebra, Data Visualization, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Pandas (Python Package), Seaborn, Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Supervised Learning, Python Programming, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Data Structures, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    How to Use ChatGPT and Generative AI for Passive Income

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI, ChatGPT, OpenAI API, Blogs, Artificial Intelligence, Social Media Management, Copywriting, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Marketing Automation, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media, Digital Content, Email Marketing, Web Development, Digital Publishing, Web Design and Development, Content Marketing, Productivity

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    Rating, 2.1 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Data Manipulation and Management using MYSQL Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, MySQL, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Data Manipulation, Data Management, SQL, Databases, Query Languages, Data Integration, Data Science

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Creating a Quiz Game using Vanilla JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Data Persistence, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Data Storage, Web Development, Functional Design, Data Structures, Business Logic, Game Design, Software Engineering

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Board Infinity

    Security for Artificial Intelligence Software and Services

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Application Security, Secure Coding, Data Ethics, Vulnerability Assessments, Responsible AI, Security Testing, Threat Modeling, Data Security, Security Controls, Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Penetration Testing, Data Management

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    JavaScript for Dynamic Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Web Development, HTML and CSS, Web Applications, Interactive Design, Debugging, Data Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Essential Cloud Infrastructure: Core Services em Português Brasileiro

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Storage, Security Management, System Monitoring, NoSQL, Encryption, SQL, Scalability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    148 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI in User Research and Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, AI Product Strategy, UI/UX Research, Brainstorming, Innovation, Design Thinking, User Research, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Competitive Analysis, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Persona (User Experience), Artificial Intelligence, Problem Solving, Data Collection, Data Synthesis, Critical Thinking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Software Architecture Foundations & Intro to Microservices: Packt
  • SQL CASE Statements: Coursera
  • Generative AI Essentials for Finance and Accounting: Edureka
  • Recommender Systems: Packt
  • Python Fundamentals and Data Science Essentials: Packt
  • How to Use ChatGPT and Generative AI for Passive Income: Packt
  • Data Manipulation and Management using MYSQL Workbench: Coursera
  • Creating a Quiz Game using Vanilla JavaScript: Coursera
  • Security for Artificial Intelligence Software and Services: Board Infinity
  • JavaScript for Dynamic Web Development: Packt

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