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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


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    Packt

    Advanced Unity Scripting, AI, & Complete 3D Game Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Version Control, Mobile Development, Android Development, Android (Operating System), User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), C# (Programming Language), UI Components, Game Design, Git (Version Control System), Animation and Game Design, Release Management, Scripting, Animations

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Acquisition, Risk, and Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Estimation, Data Collection, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Software, Return On Investment, Statistical Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Quantitative Research, R (Software), Data Analysis, Risk Management, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, R Programming, Project Estimation, Business Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • P

    Packt

    Solidity In-Depth: Arrays, Mappings, and Advanced Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mapping, Data Structures, Blockchain, Programming Principles, Data Management, Secure Coding, Cryptography

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    Create A Sales Automation AI Agent With Replit AI - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Email Automation, Agentic Workflows, Large Language Modeling, AI Integrations, Sales Enablement, Agentic systems, Marketing Automation, Software As A Service, Prompt Engineering, Tool Calling, Sales Process, Sales Development, Business Logic, No-Code Development, Development Testing, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Project on PyQt - Creating a Calculator

    Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, Web Frameworks

    4.6 stars, 10 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Using Jetpack Compose with Kotlin: Create LazyColumn Lists

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Jetpack, Android Development, Kotlin, Animations, Integrated Development Environments, Mobile Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI)

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Respiratory Disease Control and Sustainable Livestock Production

    Skills you'll gain: Pathology, Laboratory Testing, Pharmacology, Pharmacotherapy, Diagnostic Tests, Microbiology, Respiration, Respiratory Care, Food Safety and Sanitation, Infectious Diseases, Infection Control, Treatment Planning, Physiology, Immunology, Epidemiology, Preventative Care, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    IT Fundamentals: Systems, Networks & Security

    Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Database Management, Relational Databases, Computer Systems, Databases, Computer Architecture, Cybersecurity, Operating Systems, Cyber Attacks, SQL, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Database Systems, General Networking, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Networking Hardware, Security Management

    4.8 stars, 16 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (16) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Artificial Intelligence Using Python for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.6 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    PowerShell Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Windows PowerShell, Scripting Languages, Scripting, IT Automation, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, File Management, Software Installation, Configuration Management, Integrated Development Environments, Data Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Concreting Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Inspection, Construction, Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Building Codes, Structural Engineering, General Construction and Construction Labor, Civil Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Practices, Structural Analysis, Product Testing, Analytical Testing, Design Specifications, Technical Standard

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Web Hacker's Toolbox - Tools Used by Successful Hackers

    Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Penetration Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability Scanning, Application Security, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Test Tools, Web Applications, Proxy Servers, SQL, Databases

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Advanced Unity Scripting, AI, & Complete 3D Game Development: Packt
  • Data Acquisition, Risk, and Estimation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Solidity In-Depth: Arrays, Mappings, and Advanced Structures: Packt
  • Create A Sales Automation AI Agent With Replit AI - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • Project on PyQt - Creating a Calculator: EDUCBA
  • Using Jetpack Compose with Kotlin: Create LazyColumn Lists: Coursera
  • Respiratory Disease Control and Sustainable Livestock Production: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • IT Fundamentals: Systems, Networks & Security: EDUCBA
  • Apply Artificial Intelligence Using Python for Beginners: EDUCBA
  • PowerShell Skills: Packt

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