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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


  • P

    Packt

    Python - Complete Python, Django, Data Science and ML Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Django (Web Framework), Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Predictive Analytics, Statistical Visualization, Model Training, Model Evaluation, File I/O, Application Programming Interface (API), Programming Principles, Databases, Development Environment, Web Applications, Code Reusability, Data Management, Functional Design, Memory Management, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Oracle SQL Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Oracle Databases, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Database Theory, Database Management, Databases, Query Languages, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing

    4.9 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • J

    James Spurin

    Kubernetes Certified (KCNA) + Hands On Labs + Practice Exams

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Prometheus (Software), Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Package and Software Management, CI/CD, Grafana, DevOps, YAML, Application Deployment, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Application Programming Interface (API)

    5 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Optimization of SQL query Tuning and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Database Design, Performance Tuning, Database Management, Databases, PostgreSQL, Data Access

    3.2 stars, 33 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 3.2 (33) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    R 프로그래밍

    Skills you'll gain: R (Software), R Programming, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Data Analysis Software, Debugging, Software Installation, Data Access, Simulations, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Neo4j: Cypher, GDS, GraphQL, LLM, Knowledge Graphs for RAG

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Database Management Systems, Memory Management, Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA)

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

    4.9 stars, 29 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (29) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Duke University

    Rust for Large Language Model Operations (LLMOps)

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Hugging Face, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Rust (Programming Language), Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), CI/CD, Applied Machine Learning, Application Deployment, Model Training, Natural Language Processing, DevOps, Amazon Web Services, Machine Learning

    4.3 stars, 15 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    User Retention Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Dashboard Creation, Data Storytelling, Marketing Budgets, Looker (Software), Customer Retention, SQL, Data Visualization, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Tableau Software, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, R Programming, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    PyMongo - Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Data Access, Query Languages, Database Systems, Database Software, Data Collection, Database Management, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, Databases, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Development Environment, Back-End Web Development, Software Installation, Package and Software Management

    4.4 stars, 17 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    VSCode for Developers: Set up a professional environment

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Debugging, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Git (Version Control System), Microsoft Development Tools, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Software Development

    3.4 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 3.4 (8) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Python - Complete Python, Django, Data Science and ML Guide: Packt
  • Oracle SQL Exam Prep: LearnQuest
  • Kubernetes Certified (KCNA) + Hands On Labs + Practice Exams: James Spurin
  • Optimization of SQL query Tuning and Performance: Coursera
  • R 프로그래밍: Johns Hopkins University
  • Neo4j: Cypher, GDS, GraphQL, LLM, Knowledge Graphs for RAG: Packt
  • Necessary Condition Analysis (NCA): Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Rust for Large Language Model Operations (LLMOps): Duke University
  • User Retention Analytics: Coursera
  • SQL for Any IT Professional: Unit 1: Pearson

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