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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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    EDUCBA

    Build a C# .NET Kids Play Zone App from Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Database Development, Database Application, Application Design, Program Development, SQL, Dashboard Creation, Secure Coding, User Interface (UI), User Requirements Documents, Software Design, Data Integrity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Database Deployment and Maintenance Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Database Management, Database Management Systems, Databases, Operational Databases, Data Maintenance, Database Design, Data Management, Data Integrity, Data Security, SQL, Data Validation, System Monitoring, Security Controls, Performance Tuning, Query Languages, Disaster Recovery, Data Science

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Optimizing Data Models and Performance in Microsoft Fabric

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Azure DevOps, Azure DevOps Pipelines, Power BI, Model Optimization, Data Lakes, Data Architecture, Data Modeling, Performance Tuning, Development Environment, Data Warehousing, Security Controls, Data Store, Data Storage Technologies, Process Optimization, Data Security, Application Deployment, Git (Version Control System), Data Analysis, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Adobe Dreamweaver CC (2017): Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Adobe Creative Cloud, Web Design and Development, Web Design, Web Development, Web Content, Information Architecture, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Integrated Development Environments, Web Presence, Image Quality, File Management, Development Environment, Multimedia, Content Management, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Aesthetics

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Build & Optimize React Native Product Listing Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, UI Components, Application Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Development, Frontend Performance, Performance Tuning, Real Time Data

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Memory, Encryption, and Protecting Data in Android

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Android Development, Key Management, Exploit development, Android (Operating System), Secure Coding, Mobile Security, Data Security, Application Security, Data Loss Prevention, Network Security, Exploitation techniques, Memory Management, File Systems

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    React State Management, Effects & Custom Hooks

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, Frontend Performance, Context Management, Front-End Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Code Reusability, Data Persistence, User Interface (UI), Application Programming Interface (API)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Visio 2019–2024: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visio, Diagram Design, Process Flow Diagrams, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Schematic Diagrams, Microsoft Development Tools, Visual Design, Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Data Mapping, Workflow Management, Drafting and Engineering Design, Design Software, Technical Communication, Collaborative Software, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Sharing, Graphic Design

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Debug ML Code: Fix, Trace & Evaluate

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Testing, Debugging, Unit Testing, Test Case, Code Review, Root Cause Analysis, Data Integrity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Evaluate and Explain Retention Curves

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Customer Insights, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Performance Metric, Business Metrics, Statistical Software, Analytics, R (Software), Product Strategy, Customer Engagement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Oracle PL/SQL Subprograms: Design, Apply & Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: PL/SQL, Oracle Databases, Stored Procedure, SQL, Data Persistence, Database Development, Database Management Systems, Web Services, Data Storage Technologies, Authorization (Computing), File I/O, Debugging, File Management, Network Protocols

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Total Seminars

    Cloud, Portable & Mobile Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Wireless Networks, Hardware Troubleshooting, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), System Configuration, Emerging Technologies, Computer Hardware, Mobile Development, Augmented Reality, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Android (Operating System), IT Service Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Build a C# .NET Kids Play Zone App from Scratch: EDUCBA
  • Database Deployment and Maintenance Essentials: John Wiley & Sons
  • Optimizing Data Models and Performance in Microsoft Fabric: Packt
  • Adobe Dreamweaver CC (2017): Part 1: Logical Operations
  • Build & Optimize React Native Product Listing Apps: EDUCBA
  • Memory, Encryption, and Protecting Data in Android: Infosec
  • React State Management, Effects & Custom Hooks: Packt
  • Microsoft Visio 2019–2024: Part 2: Logical Operations
  • Debug ML Code: Fix, Trace & Evaluate: Coursera
  • Evaluate and Explain Retention Curves: Coursera

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