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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.


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Popular Programming Basics Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Technical Writing for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Documentation, Technical Writing, Software Documentation, Technical Communication, Software Design Documents, Information Architecture, Writing, User Requirements Documents, Software Development Tools, Automation, Style Guides, Software Development, Agile Software Development, Interactive Design, Project Management Software, Diagram Design, Generative AI

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    JavaScript Interview Questions for Junior Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Maintainability, Javascript, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Debugging, Performance Tuning, Web Development, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Coding Algorithms with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Debugging, Software Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Web Applications, Algorithms, JSON, Program Development, User Story, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Automation, Data Structures

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Mastering Hardware Protocols with ESP32 and Arduinos

    Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, Communication Systems, Internet Of Things, Electronic Components, Wireless Networks, Integrated Development Environments

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Wix para principiantes

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content, Web Design, Content Management, Web Design and Development, No-Code Development, Web Development, User Accounts, Graphic Design

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Board Infinity

    Hands-on DApp Design and Development Using Web3 Tools

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Blockchain, Web Development Tools, React Redux, User Experience Design, Application Design, Application Security, Application Development, Web Applications, Software Development Tools, Frontend Integration

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Code Faster with Tabnine: Optimise a NextJS Application

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Code Review, Software Development, AI Enablement, Debugging, Web Development Tools, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development, Artificial Intelligence, React.js, Context Management, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Equity Derivatives: Analyze, Apply & Evaluate Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Futures Exchange, Financial Market, Equities, Financial Trading, Capital Markets, Investments, Securities Trading, Market Dynamics, Portfolio Risk, Risk Management, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Risk Analysis, Arbitration

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Intermediate JavaScript & OOP Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, Application Deployment, Application Development, Web Development Tools, Programming Principles, JSON, Debugging, Data Storage

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    SQL for Security Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Data Maintenance, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, SQL, Secure Coding, Database Management, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Security Controls, Data Access, Data Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Threat Management, Threat Detection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Advanced Data Visualization with Matplotlib Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Scientific Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Scatter Plots, NumPy, Python Programming

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Network Security, Automation, and Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Administration, Infrastructure Security, Ansible, Firewall, Network Infrastructure, Security Controls, Wireless Networks, Network Monitoring, Computer Networking, Identity and Access Management, Authorization (Computing), Scripting, Authentications, Automation, Encryption, Data Modeling, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Technical Writing for Software Developers: Packt
  • JavaScript Interview Questions for Junior Developers: Scrimba
  • Coding Algorithms with AI: University of Virginia
  • Mastering Hardware Protocols with ESP32 and Arduinos: Packt
  • Wix para principiantes: Coursera
  • Hands-on DApp Design and Development Using Web3 Tools: Board Infinity
  • Code Faster with Tabnine: Optimise a NextJS Application: Coursera
  • Equity Derivatives: Analyze, Apply & Evaluate Markets: EDUCBA
  • Intermediate JavaScript & OOP Concepts: Packt
  • SQL for Security Specialist: Codio

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