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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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    Pearson

    Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Programming Principles, Java, Data Structures, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Database Application

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    ATtiny Microcontroller Development for Arduino Programmers

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Development Environment, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, 3D Modeling, Microarchitecture, Hardware Design, Computer Programming Tools, Electronics Engineering, USB, Electronic Components, Energy and Utilities, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Display Devices, Computer Programming, Environmental Monitoring, Real Time Data

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Whizlabs

    Java: Arrays, Loops, Methods, and Encapsulation

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Memory Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    AI CERTs

    From Blocks to Code: Bitcoin Developer Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Test Script Development, Governance, System Monitoring, Blockchain, Scripting, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Payment Systems, Cryptographic Protocols, Business Analysis, Cryptography, Application Security, FinTech, Transaction Processing, Emerging Technologies, Software Development, Secure Coding, Market Dynamics, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    IoT Hardware Projects with SwiftIO Playground

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Wireless Networks, Application Development, Display Devices, Computer Programming, Real Time Data, Digital Communications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    Excel VBA Macros: Forms, Files, and Data Handling

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, File I/O, Data Wrangling, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Spreadsheet Software, File Management, Automation, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Data Science, Query Languages, Debugging, Performance Improvement, Computer Programming

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    App Deployment, Debugging, and Performance en Français

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Development, Google App Engine, Application Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Application Performance Management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Platform As A Service (PaaS), Kubernetes, Development Environment, Performance Tuning, Containerization, Debugging, Serverless Computing, Virtual Machines, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    PCAP: Python OOP and Code Streamlining

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Python Programming, Code Reusability, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Software Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Octave for Machine Learning: Analyze & Visualize

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Scientific Visualization, Text Mining, Statistical Analysis, Matlab, Statistical Methods, Data Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Descriptive Statistics, Unstructured Data, Data Analysis, Statistical Software, Computer Programming, Mathematical Software, Applied Machine Learning, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Analytics, Data Processing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    Advanced Python: Apps for Desktop, Database, and Web

    Skills you'll gain: Web Services, Web Applications, Web Development, Application Development, Database Application, User Interface (UI), Python Programming, Secure Coding, Restful API, Database Development, Databases, User Interface (UI) Design, Scripting, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Software Development, Scripting Languages, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    CSC: Software Security Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Human Factors (Security), Secure Coding, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability, Computer Security, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Security, Security Strategy, Security Controls, Cyber Security Strategy, Application Design, Computer Programming, Design, Python Programming, Javascript, Design Strategies, JavaScript Frameworks, Node.JS

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Concepts in Recursion, Backtracking, and OOP

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Computational Thinking, Java, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Solution Design

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Java SE 17 Developer (1Z0-829): Unit 2: Pearson
  • ATtiny Microcontroller Development for Arduino Programmers: Packt
  • Java: Arrays, Loops, Methods, and Encapsulation: Whizlabs
  • From Blocks to Code: Bitcoin Developer Essentials: AI CERTs
  • IoT Hardware Projects with SwiftIO Playground: Packt
  • Excel VBA Macros: Forms, Files, and Data Handling: Logical Operations
  • App Deployment, Debugging, and Performance en Français: Google Cloud
  • PCAP: Python OOP and Code Streamlining: Logical Operations
  • Octave for Machine Learning: Analyze & Visualize: EDUCBA
  • Advanced Python: Apps for Desktop, Database, and Web: Logical Operations

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