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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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    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, Microservices, Enterprise Architecture, IBM Cloud, Application Lifecycle Management, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Design, CI/CD, Systems Integration, Software Architecture, Mainframe Computing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Softer Side of Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Storytelling, Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Driving engagement, De-escalation Techniques, Rapport Building, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Responsiveness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Psychology, Vulnerability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Learn React Router 6

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, Routing Protocols, Authentications, Frontend Performance, Authorization (Computing), Web Applications, Query Languages, Web Development

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Advanced Golang Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Web Development, Web Services, Web Applications, Object Oriented Design, Software Architecture, Microservices, Network Security, Data Structures

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    Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    AI & LLM Engineering Mastery - GenAI, RAG Complete Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, OpenAI API, AI Workflows, Generative Model Architectures, Model Deployment, Hugging Face, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Transfer Learning, Application Deployment, Context Management, Embeddings, User Interface (UI), Model Evaluation, Vector Databases, Debugging, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Computer Support Specialists (IT Support)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Desktop Support, Generative AI, End User Training and Support, System Support, Prompt Engineering Tools, Technical Support, Product Support, ChatGPT, Automation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Build a Chatbot with Voiceflow: Ecommerce Customer Support

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Customer Support, ChatGPT, Product Support, Customer Inquiries, Business Process Automation, Customer Service, E-Commerce, Order Management, User Requirements Documents, Automation, Greeting Customers, AI Enablement, User Flows, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Data Manipulation with dplyr in R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, R Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Scrimba

    Advanced JavaScript 3: Objects, Collections, Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, Software Design Patterns, Data Management, Data Structures, Prototyping, Web Development, Performance Tuning

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Modelaje y Análisis con información georreferenciada

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Environmental Monitoring, Image Analysis, Python Programming, Jupyter, Model Evaluation, Software Installation

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Notion for Beginners: Build Powerful Dashboards & Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Timelines, Database Management, Databases, Project Schedules, Data Visualization, Calendar Management, Workflow Management, Information Architecture, Kanban Principles, Collaborative Software, Content Development and Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Architecting Applications for IBM Z and Cloud: IBM
  • The Softer Side of Science Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Software Architecture Foundations & Intro to Microservices: Packt
  • Learn React Router 6: Scrimba
  • Advanced Golang Concepts: Edureka
  • AI & LLM Engineering Mastery - GenAI, RAG Complete Guide: Packt
  • GenAI for Computer Support Specialists (IT Support): Coursera
  • Build a Chatbot with Voiceflow: Ecommerce Customer Support: Coursera
  • Data Manipulation with dplyr in R: Coursera
  • Advanced JavaScript 3: Objects, Collections, Functions: Scrimba

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