Programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, as well as concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. 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 web applications and software solutions.

Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Scripting Languages, Node.JS, TypeScript, Data Manipulation, JSON, Web Development Tools, Generative AI, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Servers, Development Environment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Debugging, 3D Assets, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Graphics, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Development Environment, Python Programming, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: PL/SQL, Oracle Databases, SQL, Stored Procedure, Computational Logic, Programming Principles, Business Logic, Data Validation, Data Integrity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Scripting, Spreadsheet Software, Simulations, Algorithms, UI Components, Scripting Languages, Debugging, Data Management, User Interface (UI), Data Cleansing, Automation, Data Validation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Web Development, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Application Development, Scientific Visualization, Scripting
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Agentic systems, Tool Calling, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Application Development, Creative Problem-Solving, Prototyping, Persona (User Experience), Business Logic, Application Programming Interface (API)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Secure Coding, File Management, Python Programming, Mathematical Software, Programming Principles, Scripting, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Structures, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Application Development
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, MySQL, PHP (Scripting Language), Relational Databases, JSON, jQuery, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Javascript and jQuery, Ajax, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Application, Database Development, Debugging, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Development, Web Development, Javascript
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Processing, Web Scraping, Restful API, Data Manipulation, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Data Transformation, Data Structures, Data Collection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Application Programming Interface (API)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Python Programming, Scripting, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Application Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Encryption, Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Authentications, Data Integrity, Secure Coding, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months