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.

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Embedded Software, C and C++, C (Programming Language), Linux, Embedded Systems, System Programming, Build Tools, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Program Development, Computer Programming Tools, Code Reusability, Software Installation, Development Environment, Application Development, Make.com, Computer Programming, File Management, Dependency Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, R Programming, Package and Software Management, R (Software), Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Development, Data Science, Computer Programming Tools, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Functional Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computational Logic
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Web Development, Linux, Shell Script, Database Design, Ubuntu, Relational Databases, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Unix Shell, Test Driven Development (TDD), Python Programming, Linux Administration, Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Scripting Languages, Javascript, Database Management
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Building Codes, Construction, Safety Assurance, Safety Standards, Building Services Engineering, Building Design, Facility Management and Maintenance, Hazard Analysis, Design Specifications, Systems Integration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, User Interface (UI), User Experience Design, Web Design and Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Javascript, Web Development, Web Applications, Responsive Web Design, Microsoft Visual Studio, Application Programming Interface (API), Real Time Data
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Data Validation, JavaScript Frameworks, Authentications, User Interface (UI), PostgreSQL, Web Applications, Database Development, React.js, Object-Relational Mapping, Development Environment, Databases, Continuous Deployment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Test Tools, Application Design, Test Case, Software Documentation, Code Reusability, Technical Documentation, Package and Software Management
Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Video Game Development, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Program Development, Animations, Game Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: PL/SQL, Oracle Databases, SQL, Data Access, Programming Principles, Program Development, Maintainability, Records Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Videography, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Cinematography, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Creativity, Content Creation, Leadership, Image Quality, Planning, Goal Setting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Functional Design, Code Reusability, Algorithms, Data Structures, Data Mapping
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months