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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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    IBM

    Machine Learning with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Decision Tree Learning, Python Programming, Logistic Regression, Classification Algorithms, Feature Engineering

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    18K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Trending in AI
    Trending in AI
    I

    Imperial College London

    Mathematics for Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Algorithms, Jupyter, Advanced Mathematics, Statistics, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Python Programming, Derivatives

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM Data Management

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Warehousing, Data Storytelling, SQL, Data Visualization, Database Design, Data Security, Data Migration, Data Governance, Descriptive Statistics, IBM DB2, Cloud Storage, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Management, Relational Databases, Excel Formulas, Databases, Data Architecture, Exploratory Data Analysis, Business Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google

    Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Python Programming, Cybersecurity, Scripting, Programming Principles, IT Automation, Algorithms, Automation, Computer Programming, File Management, Data Structures

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    3.5K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Software Design, Software Architecture, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, LLM Application, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Application Security, Software Engineering, AI Personalization, Debugging, DevSecOps, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Google Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Database Design, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Extract, Transform, Load, Tableau Software, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Reporting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems, Business Process, AI Enablement, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, SQL

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    7.7K reviews

    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Trending in AI
    Trending in AI
    V

    Vanderbilt University

    AI Agents and Agentic AI in Python: Powered by Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, Prompt Patterns, LangChain, OpenAI API, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Enablement, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, AI Security, Tool Calling, Creativity, Application Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    8.2K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM Product Owner

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Backlogs, Agile Product Development, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Stakeholder Communications, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Product Roadmaps, Virtual Teams, Information Technology, Agile Project Management, Computer Hardware, ChatGPT, Stakeholder Management, Sprint Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7.3K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, Databases, Query Languages, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Transaction Processing, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    23K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM iOS and Android Mobile App Developer

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, Software Development Life Cycle, Flutter (Software), Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Software Architecture, Apple Xcode, React Redux, Android Studio, User Centered Design, Android Development, Apple iOS, Responsive Web Design, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Android (Operating System), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Software Design, Data Ethics, AI Personalization

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8.2K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Software Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Software Design, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Development Environment, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Software Development, Application Deployment, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Python Programming, Software Versioning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    4.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Meta

    Meta Database Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, Database Administration, Data Warehousing, Linux Commands, Data Integrity, Unit Testing, Algorithms, Software Versioning, Command-Line Interface, Software Visualization, Linux, Pseudocode, Query Languages, Collaborative Software, Django (Web Framework), Database Architecture and Administration, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Test Driven Development (TDD)

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7.7K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Machine Learning with Python: IBM
  • Mathematics for Machine Learning: Imperial College London
  • IBM Data Management: IBM
  • Automate Cybersecurity Tasks with Python: Google
  • Generative AI for Software Developers: IBM
  • Google Business Intelligence: Google
  • AI Agents and Agentic AI in Python: Powered by Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
  • IBM Product Owner: IBM
  • Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python: IBM
  • IBM iOS and Android Mobile App Developer: IBM

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