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Computer Programming Courses

Computer programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development principles. You can build skills in debugging, version control, and writing efficient code. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and frameworks such as React or Django, that support developing applications and enhancing your programming capabilities.

Popular Computer Programming Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Java and Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Java Programming, Application Development, Data Structures, Application Design, Software Testing, Program Development, Development Testing, Programming Principles, Systems Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computer Programming, Other Programming Languages

    4.5 stars, 335 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (335) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Advanced C++ Programming and Modern Practices

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Performance Tuning, Application Design, Technical Documentation, Application Development, Memory Management, Data Structures, Generative AI, Algorithms, Scalability

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    NVIDIA

    Introduction to Networking

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Data Centers, Network Protocols, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, Network Architecture, General Networking, Networking Hardware, Network Planning And Design, Computer Networking, Network Switches, Network Routing, Network Model

    4.6 stars, 708 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (708) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)

    Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Emerging Technologies, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Information Technology Architecture, Programming Principles, Electronic Components, Computer Hardware, Computing Platforms, Development Environment, Problem Solving

    4.6 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Data-Oriented Python Programming and Debugging

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Debugging, Pandas (Python Package), Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, LLM Application, Data-oriented programming, Code Reusability, Numerical Analysis, Critical Thinking

    4 stars, 24 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4 (24) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    iOS 18 Programming for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Swift Programming, User Interface (UI), Apple Xcode, User Interface (UI) Design, Data Persistence, UI Components, Mobile Development, Programming Principles, Unit Testing, Application Development, Data Store, Mobile Development Tools, Software Testing, Apple software proficiency, Generative AI Agents, JSON, Mac OS, Storyboarding

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator

    Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Program Development, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Software Development, Computer Science

    4.4 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (61) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    IBM

    Basic System Programming on IBM Z

    Skills you'll gain: Job Control Language (JCL), z/OS, Unix, IBM DB2, Database Management Systems, Mainframe Computing, Unix Shell, Operating System Administration, System Programming, Operating Systems, Unix Commands, System Software, Mainframe Technologies, Data Management, Data Storage Technologies, File Systems, Data Storage, System Configuration, File Management, Transaction Processing

    4.8 stars, 379 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (379) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Visual Basic Programming: Inheritance and Polymorphism

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Microsoft Visual Studio, Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Microsoft Development Tools, .NET Framework, Code Reusability, Software Engineering, Data Structures

    4.6 stars, 16 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Master of Computer Science (feat. Data Science Track)

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Earn a degree
    Earn a degree
  • S

    SAS

    Practical SAS Programming and Certification Review

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Import/Export, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Statistical Software, Data Preprocessing, Data Access

    4.9 stars, 356 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (356) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Intermediate Rust Programming and Advanced Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Data Structures, Code Reusability, Memory Management, Package and Software Management, Algorithms, Software Testing

    3.8 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.8 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Java and Object-Oriented Programming: University of Pennsylvania
  • Advanced C++ Programming and Modern Practices: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Networking: NVIDIA
  • Introduction and Programming with IoT Boards: Pohang University of Science and Technology(POSTECH)
  • Data-Oriented Python Programming and Debugging: University of Michigan
  • iOS 18 Programming for Beginners: Packt
  • Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator: Coursera
  • Basic System Programming on IBM Z: IBM
  • Visual Basic Programming: Inheritance and Polymorphism: LearnQuest
  • Master of Computer Science (feat. Data Science Track): University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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