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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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    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
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    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción al análisis de sistemas de control con MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Matlab, Simulation and Simulation Software, Systems Analysis, Systems Design, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Performance Tuning

    4.7 stars, 70 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (70) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Time Series Forecasting with R: Analyze & Predict

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Modeling, R Programming, Predictive Analytics, Regression Analysis, Business Analytics, Trend Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Analytics, Statistical Methods, Correlation Analysis, Business, Model Evaluation, Decision Making

    5 stars, 21 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (21) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    Pneumonia Classification using PyTorch

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Transfer Learning, Fine-tuning, Model Training, Convolutional Neural Networks, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Python Programming

    4.4 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (11) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Scrimba

    Learn Class Components in React

    Skills you'll gain: UI Components, React.js, Javascript, JavaScript Frameworks

    5 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Understanding Large Language Models in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Trend Analysis, Real Time Data, Analytics, Business Marketing, Program Development, Business Strategy, Generative AI, Technology Roadmaps, Market Trend, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Cadence Design Systems: Essential Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Collaborative Software, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer-Aided Design, Electronic Components, Power Electronics, Design Software, Design Strategies, Electrical Systems, Engineering Design Process, Schematic Diagrams, Simulation and Simulation Software

    3.7 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.7 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    Edureka

    Advanced TypeScript with OOP

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Design, Computer Programming, Software Architecture, Code Reusability, Debugging, Maintainability, Software Development, Javascript, Web Development Tools, Web Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Dartmouth College

    Prescriptive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Analytics, Business Analytics, Process Optimization, Digital Transformation, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Solutions, Model Optimization, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Science, Feature Engineering, Complex Problem Solving, Model Evaluation, Python Programming, Decision Making, Mathematical Software, Cloud Computing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Selenium Automation and Testing Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Test Automation, Software Testing, Test Script Development, Test Data, Test Tools, Browser Compatibility, Java, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Import/Export, Debugging, Maintainability

    4.4 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Unity Android — Build Eight Mobile Games with Unity and C#

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Android Development, Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Debugging, C# (Programming Language), Development Testing, Scripting, Android (Operating System), Development Environment, Animations, Programming Principles, Event-Driven Programming, Software Installation

    4.3 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (9) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Java Spring Boot Case Study - Appointment Management System

    4.6 stars, 28 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (28) · Intermediate · 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

  • Selenium WebDriver 4 with Java - Zero To Hero: Packt
  • Introducción al análisis de sistemas de control con MATLAB: Universidad de los Andes
  • Master Time Series Forecasting with R: Analyze & Predict: EDUCBA
  • Pneumonia Classification using PyTorch: Coursera
  • Learn Class Components in React: Scrimba
  • Understanding Large Language Models in Business: Coursera
  • Cadence Design Systems: Essential Guide: Coursera
  • Advanced TypeScript with OOP: Edureka
  • Prescriptive Analytics: Dartmouth College
  • Selenium Automation and Testing Frameworks: Packt

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