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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

    JavaScript Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Applications, Programming Principles, Web Development Tools, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Developing a REST API with Go and Cloud Run

    Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Development, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Applications, Application Deployment, API Design, Go (Programming Language), Software Development, Google Cloud Platform, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Access, DevOps, Database Application, Data Management

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    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Machine Learning with PyTorch and Scikit-Learn

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Deep Learning, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Python Programming, Model Optimization, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Feature Engineering

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Introduction to PMP and Agile Methodologies

    Skills you'll gain: Project Documentation, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Project Management, Agile Software Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Sprint Planning, Backlogs, Stakeholder Management, Team Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Java in Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Preprocessing, Model Deployment, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Apache Mahout, AI Security, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, CI/CD, Java, Java Programming, Machine Learning Software, Jenkins, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Spring Boot, Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Selenium WebDriver 4 with Python - Zero To Hero

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, CI/CD, File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Test Automation, Test Data, Unit Testing, Test Case, Software Testing, Test Script Development, Programming Principles, Web Development Tools, Code Reusability, Test Execution Engine, Javascript, Browser Compatibility, Scripting

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Architecting Applications for IBM Z and Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Restful API, Event-Driven Programming, DevOps, Data Integration, z/OS, Solution Architecture, Cloud Applications, Enterprise Architecture, IBM Cloud, Cloud-Based Integration, Application Lifecycle Management, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Design, Systems Integration, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Software Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Mainframe Computing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Salesforce Admin Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, User Provisioning, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Deployment, Enterprise Application Management, Application Deployment, Systems Administration, Security Controls, Data Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Workflow Management, Internal Communications, Training and Development, Customer Service

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Nested If Statements and Compound Conditionals

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Digital pedagogy, Program Development, Computational Logic, Education Software and Technology, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Game Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis Software, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Small Data, Qualitative Research, Research, R (Software), R Programming, Sampling (Statistics), Research Methodologies, Data Collection

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arm

    Embedded Systems on Arm: Get Started with the micro:bit

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Interactive Design, Prototyping, Internet Of Things, System Design and Implementation, Peripheral Devices, Programming Principles, Simulations, Python Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Programming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Measurement Systems Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Analysis, R (Software), Systems Of Measurement, Data Quality, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Verification And Validation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • JavaScript Fundamentals: Packt
  • Developing a REST API with Go and Cloud Run: Google Cloud
  • Machine Learning with PyTorch and Scikit-Learn: Packt
  • Introduction to PMP and Agile Methodologies: Packt
  • Java in Machine Learning: Board Infinity
  • Selenium WebDriver 4 with Python - Zero To Hero: Packt
  • Architecting Applications for IBM Z and Cloud: IBM
  • Salesforce Admin Functions: LearnKartS
  • Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Nested If Statements and Compound Conditionals: University of California San Diego
  • Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA): Erasmus University Rotterdam

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