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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


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C# (Programming Language), Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Debugging, Data Structures

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    331 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Linux Networking - Basics and Beyond: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Linux, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Networking, Network Analysis, Linux Administration, Virtual Machines, General Networking, Linux Commands, System Configuration, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Practical Python: Start Your Programming Journey

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Debugging, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Pseudocode, Game Design, Interactive Design, Design and Product, Creative Design, Computer Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Blender Geometry Nodes – Procedural Bridge Basics

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphic Techniques, Virtual Reality, Game Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to Web Development and HTML Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Web Analytics and SEO

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Python Programming and Data Science Foundations for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Visualization, Seaborn, Flask (Web Framework), Programming Principles, Web Applications, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, Pandas (Python Package), Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, UI Components

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pearson

    Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 4

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, OS Process Management, Linux, Linux Servers, Data Security, Linux Commands, Information Systems Security, System Monitoring, Data Storage Technologies, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Data Storage, Encryption, Network Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Pearson

    Ansible From Basics to Guru: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, IT Automation, Automation, Linux Servers, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Windows Servers, Command-Line Interface, YAML, Configuration Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SAS

    Preparing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Access, Data Import/Export, SAS (Software), Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Preprocessing, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    140 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Programming, Control, and Monitoring Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Real-Time Operating Systems, Program Development, Human Machine Interfaces, Automation, System Monitoring, Simulations

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Modern OpenGL for Real-Time Graphics Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Cross Platform Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, C++ (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Program Development, Software Installation, System Configuration, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python Scripting Masterclass: From Basics to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Data Validation, Web Applications, Scripting, Development Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Django (Web Framework), Software Testing, Web Development, Customer Data Management, Data Structures, Program Development, Scripting Languages, Business Logic, Financial Data, User Interface (UI), Python Programming, Software Development Methodologies, Programming Principles

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    49 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games: University of Colorado System
  • Linux Networking - Basics and Beyond: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Practical Python: Start Your Programming Journey : Duke University
  • Blender Geometry Nodes – Procedural Bridge Basics: Packt
  • Introduction to Web Development and HTML Basics: Packt
  • Python Programming and Data Science Foundations for AI: Packt
  • Linux Security Basics and Beyond: Unit 4: Pearson
  • Ansible From Basics to Guru: Unit 1: Pearson
  • Preparing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam : SAS
  • Advanced Programming, Control, and Monitoring Systems: Packt

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