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Basic Coding Courses

Basic coding courses can help you learn programming languages like Python, JavaScript, and HTML, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and debugging techniques. You can build skills in writing clean code, understanding software development processes, and creating simple applications or websites. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) for coding, and frameworks that streamline web development, allowing you to apply your skills in practical projects.


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Popular Basic Coding Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Quantitative Finance & Risk Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Descriptive Statistics, Data Literacy, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Capital Expenditure, Portfolio Risk, Corporate Finance, Business Planning, Data Cleansing, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Risk Analysis, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Predictive Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Neuroscience and Neuroimaging

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Anatomy, Image Analysis, Data Analysis, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Data Manipulation, Radiology, Analytical Skills, Experimentation, Statistical Analysis, Biomedical Technology, Advanced Analytics, Network Analysis, R Programming, Data Processing, Research Design, Statistics

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Generative AI Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Amazon Bedrock, Model Context Protocol, AI Security, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Generative AI, Vibe coding, Secure Coding, LLM Application, Responsible AI, Amazon Web Services, Integrated Development Environments

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Agentic AI Content for Practitioners: Product

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Human Computer Interaction, Human Centered Design, Responsible AI, User Flows, User Experience Design, Context Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    SMART Communication for Marketing Goals

    Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Concision, Performance Metric, Marketing Communications, Goal Setting, Digital Advertising, Internal Communications, Communication, Business Writing, Writing, Team Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fundamentals of Model Checking

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Systems Design, Verification And Validation, Systems Analysis, Software Systems, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, System Design and Implementation, Simulations, Programming Principles, Software Architecture, Software Design, Model Evaluation, Graph Theory, Software Testing, Hardware Architecture, Software Quality Assurance, Computer Architecture, Algorithms, Logical Reasoning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Getting Started with Jira

    Skills you'll gain: Sprint Planning, Work Breakdown Structure, Jira (Software), Dashboard, Sprint Retrospectives, User Story, Verification And Validation, Quality Assurance, Issue Tracking, Software Testing, Data Visualization, Test Planning, Workflow Management, Project Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Continuous Improvement Process, Kanban Principles, Agile Methodology, Capacity Planning, Root Cause Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Classification and Planned Experiments

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Research Design, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Logistic Regression, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Data Visualization, Simulations, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Michigan State University

    Write Your First Novel

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Storytelling, Editing, Proofreading

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    IT Fundamentals for Business Profiles: Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Information Privacy, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Malware Protection, Online Advertising, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Personally Identifiable Information, Security Awareness, Digital Content, E-Commerce, Web Content, Professional Networking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Yellow Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Data Collection, Quality Improvement, Process Optimization, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Kaizen Methodology, Process Analysis, Probability Distribution, Regression Analysis, Business Process, Statistical Process Controls, Quality Management, Team Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Microsoft Excel Basics for Data Management

    Skills you'll gain: Data Entry, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Management, Spreadsheet Software, Data Presentation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic coding courses

  • Quantitative Finance & Risk Modeling: Coursera
  • Neuroscience and Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University
  • AWS Generative AI Essentials: Amazon Web Services
  • Agentic AI Content for Practitioners: Product: Coursera
  • SMART Communication for Marketing Goals: Coursera
  • Fundamentals of Model Checking: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Getting Started with Jira: Coursera
  • Classification and Planned Experiments: Arizona State University
  • Write Your First Novel: Michigan State University
  • IT Fundamentals for Business Profiles: Cybersecurity: Universitat Politècnica de València

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