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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


  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Supervised Learning and Its Applications in Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Supervised Learning, Customer Analysis, Customer Retention, Data-Driven Marketing, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Marketing, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Methods, AI Personalization, Customer Insights, Machine Learning, Model Deployment, Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming, Personalized Service, Model Training, Model Evaluation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    AI CERTs

    Prompt Engineering Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, AI powered creativity, Vibe coding, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Ideation, Code Review, Automation, Productivity, Problem Solving, Debugging, Computer Programming Tools

    2.4 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 2.4 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Machine Learning, Data Science and Generative AI with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, OpenAI API, Generative AI, LLM Application, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Large Language Modeling, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Predictive Modeling, Matplotlib, Keras (Neural Network Library), Fine-tuning, Transfer Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Seaborn, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 5 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Intro to Predictive Analytics Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Decision Tree Learning, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Forecasting, Random Forest Algorithm, Analytics, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Python Programming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    UiPath

    Step into RPA

    Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Web Scraping, Business Process Automation, Automation, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Computing Platforms, Workflow Management, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Software Installation, Decision Making

    4.2 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Intro to WordPress Development

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Ajax, Development Environment, Content Management Systems, Content Management, Secure Coding, Web Development, Data Management, Web Design and Development, PHP (Scripting Language), Database Management, Dashboard Creation, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Security, Javascript

    4 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    MathWorks

    Data Science Companion

    Skills you'll gain: Datamaps, Data Science, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Geographic Information Systems, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Matlab, Model Training, Data Cleansing, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms

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

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to Python and Google Colab Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting, Scripting Languages, Computational Logic, Jupyter

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Selenium WebDriver 4 with Java - Zero To Hero

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, Selenium (Software), GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Performance Testing, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Apache Maven, Version Control, Test Script Development, Test Automation, Browser Compatibility, System Testing, Test Tools, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Continuous Delivery, Test Data, Java Programming, Java, Test Case

    4.4 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (8) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Azure DevOps and Continuous Delivery with Git

    Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps, Azure DevOps Pipelines, Continuous Delivery, CI/CD, DevOps, Test Planning, Continuous Integration, Software Development Methodologies, Git (Version Control System), Agile Software Development, YAML, Continuous Deployment, GitHub, Agile Methodology, Version Control, Agile Project Management, Application Deployment, Release Management, Sprint Planning

    4.3 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Alteryx Mastery: Data Analytics & Workflow Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Alteryx, No-Code Development, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Business Analytics, Data Governance, Workflow Management, Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Interactive Data Visualization, Enterprise Application Management, Business Reporting, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    Logical Operations

    Excel VBA Macros: Automating Tasks

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Business Process Automation, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Microsoft Excel, Automation, Microsoft Development Tools, Business Process, Microsoft 365, Spreadsheet Software, Data Import/Export, Workflow Management, Data Wrangling, Development Environment, Maintainability, Computer Programming, Data Science

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming basics courses

  • Supervised Learning and Its Applications in Marketing: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Prompt Engineering Mastery: AI CERTs
  • Machine Learning, Data Science and Generative AI with Python: Packt
  • Intro to Predictive Analytics Using Python: University of Pennsylvania
  • Step into RPA: UiPath
  • Intro to WordPress Development: Packt
  • Data Science Companion: MathWorks
  • Introduction to Python and Google Colab Fundamentals: Packt
  • Selenium WebDriver 4 with Java - Zero To Hero: Packt
  • Azure DevOps and Continuous Delivery with Git: Packt

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