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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 London

    Applied Mathematical Methods for Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability, Algorithms, Algebra, Descriptive Statistics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    AI for Teachers with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Education Software and Technology, AI Personalization, Prompt Engineering Tools, Digital pedagogy, Collaborative Software, Generative AI, AI Integrations, AI Workflows

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    KodeKloud

    Golang: Foundations and Variables

    Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Computer Programming Tools, Software Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Computer Programming, System Programming, Command-Line Interface, Computational Logic, Data Integrity, Software Installation, Memory Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Beginner's Guide to Adobe After Effects: Animate & Polish

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe After Effects, Animations, Motion Graphics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Unreal Engine 5 - The Intermediate Course

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animation and Game Design, Data Structures, 3D Assets, Game Design, 3D Modeling, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphic Techniques, Code Reusability, Video Game Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphical Tools, Data Management, Model Optimization, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting, Event-Driven Programming, Software Design, Debugging, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Advanced Agile for Product Managers: Scaling Agile Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Product Development, Agile Software Development, Agile Project Management, Performance Metric, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, Collaborative Software, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Dependency Analysis, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Coordinating, Initiative and Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Product Management, Collaboration, Leadership, Coordination, Prioritization, Estimation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Mastering Next.js: Build Full-Stack Applications

    Skills you'll gain: UI Components, Full-Stack Web Development, Node.JS, React.js, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Javascript, Server Side, Application Programming Interface (API), Development Environment, Software Development, Application Deployment, GitHub, Software Development Tools, Web Services, Software Engineering, Programming Principles

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Django Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Application Programming Interface (API), Databases, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Authorization (Computing)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Yoga Methods for Functional Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Meditation & Breathwork, Physical Therapy, Stress Management, Exercise Therapy, Mobility Assistance, Athletic Training, Rehabilitation, Kinesiology, Pain Management, Adaptability, Adaptive Equipment, Mental Health Therapies

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    System Integration, UI & Performance Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Browser Compatibility, Performance Testing, Security Testing, Integration Testing, System Testing, API Testing, Software Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Performance Stress Testing, Acceptance Testing, Test Tools, Application Security, Test Automation, Responsive Web Design, Web Applications, Docker (Software), User Interface (UI), Python Programming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Data Science (Public Policy)

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Data Science, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Public Policies, Jupyter, Scripting, Natural Language Processing, Programming Principles, Web Applications, Computer Programming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Unix Processes and Communications

    Skills you'll gain: Unix, Unix Commands, Network Protocols, Unix Shell, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, OS Process Management, File Management, General Networking, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Administration, Network Routing, OSI Models, Computer Networking, Operating Systems, Network Security, System Programming, Communication Systems, Network Architecture

    5 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (12) · Intermediate · 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

  • Applied Mathematical Methods for Computing: University of London
  • AI for Teachers with ChatGPT: Packt
  • Golang: Foundations and Variables: KodeKloud
  • Beginner's Guide to Adobe After Effects: Animate & Polish: Skillshare
  • Unreal Engine 5 - The Intermediate Course: Packt
  • Advanced Agile for Product Managers: Scaling Agile Teams: Coursera
  • Mastering Next.js: Build Full-Stack Applications: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Django Web Development: Packt
  • Yoga Methods for Functional Well-Being: Niel Asher Education
  • System Integration, UI & Performance Testing: Edureka

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