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Beginner Coding Courses

Beginner coding courses can help you learn programming fundamentals, syntax, algorithms, and basic problem-solving techniques. You can build skills in writing clean code, debugging, and understanding data structures. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and platforms for collaborative coding projects. You'll also explore languages such as Python, JavaScript, or HTML/CSS, which are commonly used in web development and software applications.


Popular Beginner Coding Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Introduction to Containers w/ Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift

    Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, OpenShift, Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Istio, Application Deployment, Microservices, YAML, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Command-Line Interface, Scalability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Introduction to Medical Software

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Software Development Life Cycle, Medical Devices, Systems Development, Usability, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Affairs, Verification And Validation, Human Factors, Regulatory Requirements, Quality Management Systems, Risk Management, Medical Management, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Healthcare Project Management, Software Testing, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Research

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    283 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Introduction to Technical Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Writing, Technical Documentation, Software Documentation, Technical Communication, Layout Design, Writing and Editing, Writing, Collaborative Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Typography, Proofreading, Multimedia, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Content Management, GitHub, Version Control

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    418 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Django Web Framework

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    658 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Getting started with TensorFlow 2

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Supervised Learning, Computer Vision, Model Deployment, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Preprocessing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    580 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Computer Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Data Encryption Standard, Penetration Testing, Encryption, Information Assurance, Risk Management Framework, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Exploitation techniques, Software Design Patterns

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Coaching, Virtual Teams, Professional Development, Professionalism, Client Services, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Talent Pipelining, Relationship Management, Human Development, Adaptability, Stakeholder Engagement, Workforce Development, Strategic Partnership, Project Implementation, Technology Strategies, Rapport Building, Emerging Technologies, Goal Setting, Empathy

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Computational Thinking, Design Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Literacy, Digital pedagogy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning, Data Quality, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Back-End Developer Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Django (Web Framework), Git (Version Control System), Full-Stack Web Development, API Testing, Server Side, API Design, Application Development, Restful API, Unit Testing, MySQL, User Accounts, Web Applications, Databases

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Scripting, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Management, IT Automation, Unix, File Systems

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft 365 Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Productivity Software, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Presentations, Generative AI, Identity and Access Management, Data Security

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Build RAG Applications: Get Started

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Embeddings, Vector Databases, Jupyter

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    114 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner coding courses

  • Introduction to Containers w/ Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift: IBM
  • Introduction to Medical Software: Yale University
  • Introduction to Technical Writing: Board Infinity
  • Django Web Framework : Meta
  • Getting started with TensorFlow 2: Imperial College London
  • Fundamentals of Computer Network Security: University of Colorado System
  • Goodwill® Career Coach and Navigator: Goodwill Industries International
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Education for Teachers: Macquarie University
  • Back-End Developer Capstone : Meta
  • Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting: Coursera

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