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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


  • M

    MathWorks

    Electric Motor Modeling and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Machine Controls, Three-Phase, Power Electronics, Electronic Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Electrical Engineering, Automation Engineering, Simulations, Mathematical Modeling, Electrical Power, Engineering Analysis, Matlab, Performance Tuning, Performance Testing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Modern Natural Language Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Natural Language Processing, Embeddings, Hugging Face, Deep Learning, Large Language Modeling, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Encryption, Python Programming, Cryptography, Fine-tuning, Machine Learning Methods, Text Mining, Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Exploratory vs Confirmatory data analysis using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Tree Maps, Plot (Graphics), Plotly, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Jupyter, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Pandas (Python Package)

    4.9 stars, 10 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.9 (10) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • E

    EDUCBA

    REST Assured Java - Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: API Testing, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Test Script Development, Java Programming, JSON, Data Validation, Test Automation, Test Case, Development Environment, Verification And Validation, Back-End Web Development

    5 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    JavaScript Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Computational Thinking, Software Design, Algorithms, Program Development, Theoretical Computer Science, Software Development, Computer Programming, Problem Solving, Software Engineering, Data Structures, Computer Science, Javascript, Programming Principles, Web Development, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Methods, Data Science, Solution Design

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Data Analysis with Pivot Tables: Build & Automate

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Spreadsheet Software, Excel Macros, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Chart.js, Data Mart, Spatial Data Analysis, Automation, Decision Tree Learning, IT Automation, Course Development, Strategic Decision-Making, C and C++, Design, AI Workflows

    4.9 stars, 32 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (32) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Adobe Captivate for Beginners: Make a Scored Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Test Tools

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Product Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Agile Methodology, Collaborative Software, Product Management, Wireframing, Agile Product Development, A/B Testing, Microsoft Teams, Agile Software Development, Agile Project Management, Product Planning, Project Management Software, Sprint Planning, Productivity Software, Project Management, ChatGPT, Kanban Principles, User Feedback

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 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
    Preview
  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Getting Started with AWS CloudFormation

    Skills you'll gain: AWS CloudFormation, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment

    3.7 stars, 24 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.7 (24) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Packt

    Information Gathering, API Pentesting, and Bug Bounty

    5 stars, 9 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (9) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Systems Thinking for AI & Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Workflows, Workflow Management, Information Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Record Keeping, Strategic Thinking, Cost Benefit Analysis, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Electric Motor Modeling and Control: MathWorks
  • Modern Natural Language Processing: Packt
  • Exploratory vs Confirmatory data analysis using Python: Coursera
  • REST Assured Java - Beginners: EDUCBA
  • JavaScript Algorithms: Scrimba
  • Data Analysis with Pivot Tables: Build & Automate: EDUCBA
  • Adobe Captivate for Beginners: Make a Scored Assessment: Coursera
  • The Complete Product Management Fundamentals: Packt
  • Oracle SQL Exam Prep: LearnQuest
  • Getting Started with AWS CloudFormation: Amazon Web Services

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