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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


  • G

    Google Cloud

    BigQuery: Qwik Start - Console

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Google Cloud Platform, Data Access, Data Store, SQL, Query Languages

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Operating System Virtualization - Bachelor's

    Skills you'll gain: Virtualization, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Data Storage, Virtual Networking, Data Storage Technologies, vSphere DRS & HA, Networking Hardware, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Computing Platforms, Infrastructure Architecture, IT Infrastructure, Network Infrastructure, Capacity Management, Data Centers, Memory Management, Network Switches, Endpoint Security, Computer Hardware

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Mastering Hardware Protocols with ESP32 and Arduinos

    Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, Communication Systems, Test Equipment, Internet Of Things, Digital Signal Processing, Wireless Networks, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Data Analysis Software, Computer Programming Tools, Computational Logic, Digital Analysis, System Configuration, Program Development, Open Source Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Logical Operations

    Project Management: Project Launch, Work, and Scheduling

    Skills you'll gain: Project Estimation, Project Schedules, Stakeholder Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management, Scheduling, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Planning, Stakeholder Communications, Scope Management, Agile Project Management, Project Risk Management, Time Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Prompting & AI Tooling

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Tool Calling, Code Review, Maintainability, Generative AI, Software Documentation, Large Language Modeling, JSON, Persona Development, Git (Version Control System), Data Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer: DP-700 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Data Architecture, Real Time Data, Data Lakes, Capacity Management, Data Pipelines, PySpark, Transact-SQL, Apache Spark, Data Transformation, Data Security, Event Monitoring, Microsoft Copilot, Continuous Monitoring, Data Analysis, Workflow Management, SQL, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming, Warehouse Operations, Warehouse Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Comprehensive Automation and Continuous Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, Selenium (Software), GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Performance Testing, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Apache Maven, Version Control, Java Programming, Java, Test Automation, System Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Continuous Delivery, Test Script Development, Software Testing, Integration Testing, Build Tools, Browser Compatibility

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    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

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze Data Using R for Statistical Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Statistical Methods, Exploratory Data Analysis, R (Software), Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Analytics, Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Analysis, Statistical Programming, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Data Structures, Statistical Software, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Manipulation, Regression Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Master Agile Scrum with Specialization Certification

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Backlogs, Scaled Agile Framework, Project Estimation, Sprint Planning, Agile Project Management, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Communications, Team Building, Agile Product Development, Jira (Software), Estimation, Planning, Project Management, Kanban Principles, Product Management, Prioritization

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    GenAI Foundations and AI Agents Development

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, CrewAI, AI Orchestration, Generative AI, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Prompt Patterns, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, Large Language Modeling, Model Deployment, Responsible AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Application Deployment, Collaboration, Data Integration, Logical Reasoning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidades Anáhuac

    Data Science: Tus Primeros Pasos con Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Database Management, SQL, Databases, Data Quality, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Web Scraping, Data Collection, Python Programming, Machine Learning

    2.7 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 2.7 (7) · Beginner · 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

  • BigQuery: Qwik Start - Console: Google Cloud
  • Operating System Virtualization - Bachelor's: Illinois Tech
  • Mastering Hardware Protocols with ESP32 and Arduinos: Packt
  • Project Management: Project Launch, Work, and Scheduling: Logical Operations
  • Advanced Prompting & AI Tooling: Packt
  • Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer: DP-700 Exam Prep: Edureka
  • Comprehensive Automation and Continuous Integration: Packt
  • Gemini API: Qwikstart: Google Cloud
  • Analyze Data Using R for Statistical Analytics: EDUCBA
  • Master Agile Scrum with Specialization Certification: Simplilearn

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