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Programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, as well as concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. You can build skills in debugging, version control, and writing efficient code. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and frameworks such as React or Django, that support developing web applications and software solutions.

Popular Programming Courses and Certifications


  • P

    Packt

    JavaScript Web Workers - A Practical Visual Guide 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Performance Tuning, Frontend Performance, OS Process Management, Server Side, Performance Testing, Management Consulting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Numerical Methods for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Software, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computational Thinking, Integral Calculus, Scripting, Simulations, Calculus, Plot (Graphics), Algorithms

    4.9 stars, 447 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (447) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    VLSI CAD Part I: Logic

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Verification And Validation, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Design Software, Network Model, Model Optimization, Digital Design

    4.6 stars, 557 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (557) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Princeton University

    Computer Science: Algorithms, Theory, and Machines

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Data Structures, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Computer Systems, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Java Programming, Computer Hardware, Scalability

    4.6 stars, 794 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (794) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Packt

    Node.js Patterns: Streams, Design Patterns, and Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Dataflow, Unit Testing, Data Pipelines, Test Script Development, Test Automation, Software Design Patterns, Code Reusability, Maintainability, Software Testing, Software Architecture, Middleware, Test Tools, Development Testing, System Testing, Test Engineering, Scalability, Microservices, Web Development, Javascript

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Embedded Systems using C

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Debugging, System Programming, Systems Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Data Structures, Computer Hardware, Peripheral Devices, Memory Management, Data Storage

    4.2 stars, 159 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (159) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Codio

    Introduction to Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, Memory Management, C (Programming Language), File Management, Virtualization, Computer Programming Tools, Data Integrity, Debugging, File I/O, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, System Programming, Systems Design, Data Maintenance, Data Storage Technologies, System Software, Performance Tuning, Distributed Computing, C and C++

    4.6 stars, 322 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (322) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Data Structures, C and C++, Programming Principles, Program Development, Algorithms, Memory Management, Computer Programming, Data Access

    4.3 stars, 351 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (351) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Virtual Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Unity Engine, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Application Design, Display Devices, Technical Design, Persona (User Experience), Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, Sensory Systems Analysis, Journalism, Mental Health Therapies

    4.7 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Markov Model, Embeddings, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Probability & Statistics

    4.7 stars, 1.8K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.8K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Foundations of Objective-C App Development

    Skills you'll gain: Objective-C (Programming Language), iOS Development, Apple iOS, Memory Management, Prototyping, Mobile Development, C and C++, Application Development, C (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures

    4.6 stars, 558 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (558) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Import/Export, Solution Design, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Automation, Data Structures, File I/O, Data Validation, File Management

    4.9 stars, 1.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming courses

  • JavaScript Web Workers - A Practical Visual Guide 2026: Packt
  • Numerical Methods for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • VLSI CAD Part I: Logic: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Computer Science: Algorithms, Theory, and Machines: Princeton University
  • Node.js Patterns: Streams, Design Patterns, and Testing: Packt
  • Embedded Systems using C: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Operating Systems: Codio
  • Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion: Duke University
  • Introduction to Virtual Reality: University of London
  • Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models: DeepLearning.AI

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