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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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    Codio

    Java: Non-Linear Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Java Programming, Java, Data Management, Secure Coding, Theoretical Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Computational Thinking with JavaScript 2: Model & Analyse

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Applied Machine Learning, Code Reusability, Analytical Skills, Data Preprocessing, Software Design Patterns, Data Import/Export, Javascript, Computer Programming, Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Interview Questions and Real-World Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Programming Principles, Debugging, Problem Solving, C++ (Programming Language), Python Programming, Computational Logic

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Leeds

    How to Get Into Software Development

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Laravel Additional Security

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Secure Coding, Security Software, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Controls, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Awareness, Web Applications, PHP (Scripting Language), Application Frameworks, Browser Compatibility, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Software Creation: Version Control, Debugging, Object Design

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Development, Software Versioning, Git (Version Control System), Programming Principles, Software Design, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Software Development Tools

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Blocks-based ABM with NetTango

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Education Software and Technology, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Computational Thinking, No-Code Development, Data Sharing, Agentic systems, Program Development, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, UI Components, Pedagogy

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Introducción a Java

    Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Java Programming, File I/O, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Javascript for Beginners: Primitive Data Types

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, Web Development, Application Development

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Installation et Configuration Python avec Visual Studio Code

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visual Studio, Python Programming, Software Installation, Program Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, System Configuration

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Logical Operations

    Using Data Science Tools in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Seaborn, NumPy, Matplotlib, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Jupyter, Scatter Plots, Data Science, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Box Plots, Python Programming, Graphing, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    التفاعل مع لغة البرمجة جافا سكريبت

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Web Development Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Data Structures, Data Validation, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Verification And Validation, Event Monitoring, Debugging

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Java: Non-Linear Data Structures: Codio
  • Computational Thinking with JavaScript 2: Model & Analyse: University of Glasgow
  • Interview Questions and Real-World Applications: Packt
  • How to Get Into Software Development: University of Leeds
  • Laravel Additional Security: Infosec
  • Software Creation: Version Control, Debugging, Object Design: Coursera
  • Blocks-based ABM with NetTango: Coursera
  • Introducción a Java: Universidad de Palermo
  • Javascript for Beginners: Primitive Data Types: Coursera
  • Installation et Configuration Python avec Visual Studio Code: Coursera

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