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Programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, as well as concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. You can build skills in debugging, version control, and writing efficient code. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and frameworks such as React or Django, that support developing web applications and software solutions.

Popular Programming Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Model Evaluation, Apache Hadoop, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Big Data, Classification Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Pipelines, Network Model, Model Training, Database Design, Data Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Mining, Data Management, Data Infrastructure, Data Presentation, Data Processing, MongoDB

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    14K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Abstracting with Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Program Development, Functional Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Web Applications for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, MySQL, HTML and CSS, PHP (Scripting Language), Relational Databases, JSON, Database Management, jQuery, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Javascript and jQuery, Ajax, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Application, Database Development, Debugging, Web Applications, Query Languages, Javascript

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Digital Transformation Using AI/ML with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Business Transformation, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Serverless Computing, Data Ethics, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Culture Transformation, Technology Strategies, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Management, Data Mapping, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Cloud Platforms, Image Analysis, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7.6K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Web Applications, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Programming, Game Design

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to HTML5

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Language, Web Design, HTML and CSS, Verification And Validation, Web Design and Development, Cloud Hosting, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Web Content, Web Development Tools, GitHub, Semantic Web, Responsive Web Design, Integrated Development Environments, Web Servers, Servers, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Programming Principles

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    28K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Data Structures & Algorithms in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Total Seminars

    Python 101: Introduction to Python

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Processing, Data Structures, Python Programming, Scripting, Code Reusability, Automation, Programming Principles, Functional Design, Development Environment, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Data-oriented programming, Computational Logic, Jupyter, Computer Programming, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    AI Python for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Data Literacy, Application Development, Scripting, Programming Principles, Automation, Computer Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Package and Software Management, Data Structures

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    246 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Python for Genomic Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Jupyter, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, File I/O, Computational Logic, Package and Software Management, Computer Programming, Data Manipulation

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.8K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Operations Research, Quantum computing, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Computational Thinking, Design Strategies, Cryptographic Protocols, Tree Maps, Encryption, Network Model, Combinatorics, Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    962 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Network Routing, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Analysis, Computer Science, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Design Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Big Data: University of California San Diego
  • Abstracting with Functions: Packt
  • Web Applications for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • Digital Transformation Using AI/ML with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Python: Coursera
  • Introduction to HTML5: University of Michigan
  • Advanced Data Structures & Algorithms in Practice: Packt
  • Python 101: Introduction to Python: Total Seminars
  • AI Python for Beginners: DeepLearning.AI
  • Python for Genomic Data Science: Johns Hopkins University

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