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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


  • P

    Packt

    Mastering Linux Command Line

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, OS Process Management, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, File Systems, User Accounts, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, grep, Linux Administration, Unix Shell, File Management, Remote Access Systems, Operating Systems, Scripting, DevOps

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Marketing with Zapier & ChatGPT: Automated Content Calendars

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Content Scheduling, Content Development and Management, Google Sheets, Calendar Management, ChatGPT, Digital Marketing Tools, Content Creation, AI Integrations, Digital Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Automation, Content Strategy, Brand Management, Project Management

    ★ 3.5 (6) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Manager's Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Leadership and Management, Performance Appraisal, Persuasive Communication, Delegation Skills, Matrix Management, Assertiveness, Team Leadership, Leadership, Team Management, Productivity, Telecommuting, Communication, Empowerment, Motivational Skills, Team Motivation, Recognizing Others, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Virtual Teams

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Introduction to Hibernate

    Skills you'll gain: Object-Relational Mapping, Java Programming, Database Design, Authentications, Programming Principles, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Advanced XML Integration and Project Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Ajax, Extensible Languages and XML, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), HTML and CSS, jQuery, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Validation, Web Applications, Responsive Web Design, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Web Development, Javascript and jQuery, Android Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Java

    ★ 4.4 (71) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Web Development in Flask: Build Your First Website

    Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), User Provisioning, User Accounts, Web Development, Web Applications, Object-Relational Mapping, HTML and CSS, Authentications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Database Management, Database Application

    ★ 4.6 (7) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of London

    Managing Technology Projects for Business Success

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Agile Project Management, Information Technology, Agile Software Development, Stakeholder Analysis, Case Studies, Team Leadership, Project Coordination, Team Building, Stakeholder Communications, Governance, Resource Allocation, Communication Planning, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Desarrollo web en Javascript: Construye tu primer sitio web

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Web Development Tools, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Javascript, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Programming Principles

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Use Java APIs to sort and search a collection of data

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Algorithms, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Structures

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of London

    Algorithms and Complexity

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Performance Testing, Data Structures, Critical Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Graph Theory, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Game Theory

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Pearson

    SQL for Any IT Professional: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Relational Databases, Database Development, Databases, Database Management, Data Modeling, Query Languages

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Developing Secure IoT Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Application Security, Security Management, Data Security, Cloud Services, Security Controls, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Cryptography, Data Analysis, Cryptographic Protocols, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments

    ★ 4.9 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming basics courses

  • Mastering Linux Command Line: Packt
  • Marketing with Zapier & ChatGPT: Automated Content Calendars: Coursera
  • Manager's Toolkit: Chris Croft Training
  • Introduction to Hibernate: Board Infinity
  • Advanced XML Integration and Project Applications: EDUCBA
  • Web Development in Flask: Build Your First Website: Coursera
  • Managing Technology Projects for Business Success: University of London
  • Desarrollo web en Javascript: Construye tu primer sitio web: Coursera
  • Use Java APIs to sort and search a collection of data: Coursera
  • Algorithms and Complexity: University of London

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