• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Programming Basics

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


  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Leeds

    How to Get Into Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development, Engineering Software, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Back-End Web Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Data Science Foundations: NumPy, Pandas & Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Visualization, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Data Science, Computer Programming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    Duke University

    Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Simulations, Debugging, Pandas (Python Package), Program Development, Unit Testing, Test Case, Data Science, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Integration Testing, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Manipulation, Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Interview Questions and Real-World Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Technical Design, Debugging, Problem Solving, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Codio

    C++: Non-Linear Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Computer Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Glasgow

    Computational Thinking with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, JSON, Application Deployment, Data Structures, Javascript, Application Development, Analytics, HTML and CSS, Data Analysis, Code Review, Software Development, Data Visualization Software, Web Development, Web Applications, Scripting, Prototyping, Data Processing, Programming Principles, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Programming

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Android Development, Application Development, Integrated Development Environments, Algorithms, Debugging, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Foundations of Swift and SwiftUI

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Apple software proficiency, Application Development, Mobile Development, Mobile Development Tools, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    D

    Duke University

    برمجة Java: المصفوفات، والقوائم، والبيانات المصنفة

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, File I/O, Algorithms, Data Structures, Encryption, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Data Preprocessing, Cryptography, Web Applications, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    أساسيات python: برمج لعبة تخمين الرقم من الصفر

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Data Storage, Computer Science

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Aprendiendo Python con textos, números y ecuaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Python Programming, Jupyter, Algorithms, Engineering Calculations, Computer Programming, Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California San Diego

    Computational Thinking for K-12 Educators: Conditional Loops and If Statements

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Program Development, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Digital pedagogy, Computer Programming, Computer Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Searches related to programming basics

java programming basics
java programming basics course
r programming basics
python programming basics
plc programming basics
introduction to java and programming basics
c programming basics
r programming: the basics of programming in r
1…414243…46

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

  • How to Get Into Software Development: University of Leeds
  • Data Science Foundations: NumPy, Pandas & Visualization: Packt
  • Designing Larger Python Programs for Data Science: Duke University
  • Interview Questions and Real-World Applications: Packt
  • C++: Non-Linear Data Structures: Codio
  • Computational Thinking with JavaScript: University of Glasgow
  • The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master: Packt
  • Foundations of Swift and SwiftUI: Packt
  • برمجة Java: المصفوفات، والقوائم، والبيانات المصنفة: Duke University
  • أساسيات python: برمج لعبة تخمين الرقم من الصفر: Coursera

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • English Speaking
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Project Management
  • Python

Certificates & Programs

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certificate
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
  • UI / UX Design Certificate

Industries & Careers

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
  • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Preparing for the PMP Certification
  • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
  • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok