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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


  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master CNNs with Python: Build, Train & Evaluate Models

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Model Training, Image Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Python Programming, Development Environment, Project Performance, AI Workflows, Project Implementation

    4.7 stars, 19 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    API Validation with Postman

    Skills you'll gain: Postman API Platform, API Testing, Data Validation, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Verification And Validation, Performance Tuning, Microservices, Performance Testing, Test Tools, Security Controls, Data Integrity, Authentications

    4.6 stars, 22 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Mastering Linux Command Line

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, OS Process Management, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, File Systems, User Accounts, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, grep, Linux Administration, Unix Shell, File Management, Remote Access Systems, Operating Systems, Scripting, DevOps

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Alibaba Cloud Academy

    Big Data Analytical Platform on Alibaba Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Apache Hive, Distributed Computing, Data Infrastructure, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), SQL

    4.3 stars, 52 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (52) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Debugging: Hunting and Squashing Bugs

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Unit Testing, File I/O, Test Case, Integrated Development Environments, Software Testing, Data Import/Export, Program Development, Development Environment, Technical Communication, Python Programming, Programming Principles

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to RNN and DNN

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Optimization, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Artificial Intelligence, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Deployment, Machine Learning, Network Architecture, Data Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Model Diagnostics and Remedial Measures

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis, Verification And Validation, Feature Engineering, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Scatter Plots, Data Transformation, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution

    4.9 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Jakarta Persistence (JPA)

    Skills you'll gain: Object-Relational Mapping, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Database Design, Data Access, Data Persistence, Java, Relational Databases, Data Mapping, Java Programming, JUnit, SQL, Query Languages, Software Versioning

    5 stars, 13 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Back-End Web Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Database Management, Back-End Web Development, Generative AI, Performance Tuning, Database Development, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), AI Integrations, Databases, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management

    4.5 stars, 23 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (23) · Intermediate · 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

  • S

    Scrimba

    Advanced JavaScript 3: Objects, Collections, Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Javascript, Software Design Patterns, Data Management, Data Structures, Web Development, Performance Tuning

    4.9 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Leeds

    How to Get Into Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development, Software Engineering, Professional Development, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Teamwork, Computer Programming, Back-End Web Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Master CNNs with Python: Build, Train & Evaluate Models: EDUCBA
  • API Validation with Postman: Coursera
  • Mastering Linux Command Line: Packt
  • Big Data Analytical Platform on Alibaba Cloud: Alibaba Cloud Academy
  • Debugging: Hunting and Squashing Bugs: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to RNN and DNN: Packt
  • Model Diagnostics and Remedial Measures: Illinois Tech
  • Jakarta Persistence (JPA): LearnQuest
  • GenAI for Back-End Web Developers: Coursera
  • Adobe Captivate for Beginners: Make a Scored Assessment: Coursera

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