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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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    Scrimba

    Data Structures and Algorithms: Binary Search

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Javascript, Computer Science, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    تعرَف على هياكل البيانات في بايثون من خلال التطبيق العملي

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Data Management, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Storage, Computer Programming, Scripting

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    تطوير الألعاب باستخدام محرك Unity: 2D لعبة القفز على المنصات

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Game Design, C# (Programming Language), Animations, Performance Tuning, Frontend Performance, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communications, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Programming Principles, Planning, Algorithms, Data Structures, Stress Management, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    JavaScript Mastery – Zero to Hero for Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Structures, Algorithms, Web Development Tools, Javascript, Pseudocode, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, HTML and CSS, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computational Thinking, Performance Tuning, Solution Design

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Blocks-based ABM with NetTango

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Education Software and Technology, Computer Programming Tools, Computational Thinking, No-Code Development, Program Development, Computer Programming, UI Components, Pedagogy

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Fundamentals with Rust: Build a CLI Distance Calculator

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface, Package and Software Management, Programming Principles, Secure Coding, Software Development, Computer Programming, Debugging

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Whizlabs

    Java: Arrays, Loops, Methods, and Encapsulation

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Mastering UX & Business App Development with OOP

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Application Design, Programming Principles, Application Development, File I/O, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Development Environment, Software Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    App Deployment, Debugging, and Performance en Français

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Application Performance Management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Development Environment, Performance Tuning, Containerization, System Monitoring, Debugging, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Java for Beginners: Hands-On Course with Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Software Design, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, File Management, Data Structures

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Data Structures in JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Structures, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Binary Search: Scrimba
  • تعرَف على هياكل البيانات في بايثون من خلال التطبيق العملي: Coursera
  • تطوير الألعاب باستخدام محرك Unity: 2D لعبة القفز على المنصات: Coursera
  • Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success: Coursera
  • JavaScript Mastery – Zero to Hero for Interviews: Packt
  • Blocks-based ABM with NetTango: Coursera
  • Fundamentals with Rust: Build a CLI Distance Calculator: Coursera
  • Java: Arrays, Loops, Methods, and Encapsulation: Whizlabs
  • Mastering UX & Business App Development with OOP: Northeastern University
  • App Deployment, Debugging, and Performance en Français: Google Cloud

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