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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.


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Popular Programming Basics Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Cluster Analysis and Unsupervised Machine Learning in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Methods, Dimensionality Reduction, Algorithms, NumPy, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Learn JavaScript: Write Modern Code with JavaScript ESNext

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Scripting, Node.JS, TypeScript, Data Manipulation, JSON, Web Development Tools, Generative AI, Server Side, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Servers, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    LLM Engineering with RAG: Optimizing AI Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, LangChain, Large Language Modeling, Vector Databases, Model Deployment, OpenAI API, Hugging Face, Scalability, Embeddings, Generative AI, Data Integration, Data Science, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Algorithm Design: Mastering Computational Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Solution Design, Problem Solving, Mathematical Theory & Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Speech API: Qwik Start

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Application Programming Interface (API), Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Application Development

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Edureka

    Generative AI Foundation for HR Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Recruitment Strategies, Generative AI, Recruitment, Employee Onboarding, Talent Recruitment, People Analytics, AI Enablement, Human Resources Management and Planning, AI Personalization, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Engagement, Talent Management, Automation, Collaboration, IT Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    BiteSize Python: NumPy and Pandas

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Structures, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Unity Android — Build a 3D ZigZag Racing Game with C#

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Unity Engine, Mobile Development, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI), Game Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, 3D Assets, C# (Programming Language), Scripting, Computer Graphics, Software Installation, Animations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    SQL in Action: Querying, Aggregating, and Joining Data

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Data Manipulation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Unity Game Development Foundations & 2D Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Animations, Scripting, Software Architecture, Interactive Design, Object Oriented Design, C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), UI Components, 3D Assets, Development Environment, Virtual Environment, User Interface (UI), Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Tools, Debugging

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Python Cryptography: Analyze & Break Ciphers

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Cyber Security Assessment, Brute-force attacks, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Algorithms, Data Structures, File I/O, File Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Gemini API: Qwikstart

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, Google Gemini, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud-Based Integration, Authentications, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming basics courses

  • Cluster Analysis and Unsupervised Machine Learning in Python: Packt
  • Learn JavaScript: Write Modern Code with JavaScript ESNext: Pearson
  • LLM Engineering with RAG: Optimizing AI Solutions: Coursera
  • Algorithm Design: Mastering Computational Problem Solving: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Google Cloud Speech API: Qwik Start: Google Cloud
  • Generative AI Foundation for HR Professionals: Edureka
  • BiteSize Python: NumPy and Pandas: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Unity Android — Build a 3D ZigZag Racing Game with C#: Packt
  • SQL in Action: Querying, Aggregating, and Joining Data: Coursera
  • Unity Game Development Foundations & 2D Projects: EDUCBA

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