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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

    Microsoft Excel Mastery: From Basics to Pro Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Dashboard, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Modeling, Data Validation, Productivity Software, Data Entry, Data Management, Financial Modeling, Data Security, Data Integrity, Computer Literacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    127 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Software Engineering, Python Programming, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Application Design, Debugging, Problem Management, Computer Science, Functional Testing

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    236 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Virtual Machines, Package and Software Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    531 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Power of Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Python Programming, Debugging

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming - C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    AppDynamics: From Basics to Performance Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Application Performance Management, System Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Devops Tools, Site Reliability Engineering, Continuous Monitoring, Application Deployment, Transact-SQL, Transaction Processing, Enterprise Application Management, Incident Management, Anomaly Detection, Microservices, Performance Analysis, Containerization, Email Automation, Real Time Data, Analysis, Health Policy

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Java Programming: Java Fundamental Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Integrated Development Environments, Mobile Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Data Structures

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    180 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Seaborn: Visualizing Basics to Advanced Statistical Plots

    Skills you'll gain: Seaborn, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Visualization Software, Matplotlib, Box Plots, Scatter Plots, Statistical Analysis, Heat Maps, Histogram, Python Programming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols, Networking Hardware, General Networking, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    84 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    ZBrush Basics: Sculpt, Render & Finalize 3D Models

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Computer Graphic Techniques, User Interface (UI), Graphics Software, Data Import/Export

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Carbon Programming Course

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    GO Programming for Everyone: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Unit Testing, Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Software Testing, Debugging, Integration Testing, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Distributed Computing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Microsoft Excel Mastery: From Basics to Pro Skills: EDUCBA
  • Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming with Java: LearnQuest
  • The Power of Object-Oriented Programming: University of Michigan
  • Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming - C++: Packt
  • AppDynamics: From Basics to Performance Mastery: Coursera
  • Introduction to Java Programming: Java Fundamental Concepts: Coursera
  • Seaborn: Visualizing Basics to Advanced Statistical Plots: Coursera
  • CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials: Packt
  • ZBrush Basics: Sculpt, Render & Finalize 3D Models: EDUCBA

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