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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.

Popular Basic Coding Courses and Certifications


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    Michigan State University

    Write A Feature Length Screenplay For Film Or Television

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Writing and Editing, Storytelling, Peer Review

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Electron Masterclass - Build Desktop Apps with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Data Persistence, Development Environment, Angular, Test Automation, Test Script Development, Program Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Debugging, Application Lifecycle Management, Cross Platform Development, User Interface (UI), Web Development Tools, Application Frameworks, Video Game Development, Event-Driven Programming, Node.JS, Application Design, Web Applications, Javascript

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to IOT

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Cloud Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Network Infrastructure, IT Security Architecture, Embedded Systems, Interoperability, Network Architecture, Emerging Technologies, Network Protocols, Communication Systems, Endpoint Security, Healthcare 5.0, Systems Architecture, Networking Hardware, Systems Design, System Design and Implementation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    SQL for Data Extraction and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Warehousing, Ad Hoc Analysis, Business Intelligence, Databases, Data Maintenance, Database Management, Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Ad Hoc Reporting, Business Analytics, Star Schema, Query Languages, Operational Databases, Data Quality, Data Access, Data Manipulation, Business Logic, Business Metrics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Communication in the 21st Century Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Business Communication, Intercultural Competence, Team Collaboration, Telecommuting, Diversity and Inclusion, Self-Awareness, Demography

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Foundations of Machine Learning: Concepts, Tools, and Math

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Responsible AI, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Unstructured Data, Generative AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, NumPy, Python Programming, Data Science, Scalability, Artificial Intelligence, Model Optimization, Supervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Algorithms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Machine Learning For Dummies

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Keras (Neural Network Library), Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Personalization, Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Software, Python Programming, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Elevate your Software Development Career

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Software Design Documents, Software Design, AI Integrations, Software Architecture, Agentic Workflows, Continuous Integration, Software Development, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Application Security, Software Engineering, Code Review, Debugging, DevSecOps

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Claude API for Developers - Build Intelligent Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Anthropic Claude, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LangChain, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Tool Calling, AI Orchestration, Embeddings, AI Workflows, Large Language Modeling, AI Integrations, Vector Databases, Agentic Workflows, Application Programming Interface (API), Generative AI Agents, Python Programming, Real Time Data, Context Management, Document Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    MRI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Image Quality, Digital Signal Processing, Medical Equipment and Technology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Web Application Technologies and Django

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Linux, Linux Commands, Application Deployment, Django (Web Framework), Cloud Deployment, Web Applications, Command-Line Interface, Web Servers, Web Development, SQL, Database Management, Python Programming, Software Installation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    KodeKloud

    NGINX Advanced Security and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Nginx, Proxy Servers, Hardening, Web Servers, Performance Tuning, Network Monitoring, Infrastructure Security, Network Performance Management, Linux Administration, Authentications, Security Controls, Application Performance Management, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, System Monitoring, System Configuration, Load Balancing, Cybersecurity, DevOps, Computer Networking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Write A Feature Length Screenplay For Film Or Television: Michigan State University
  • Electron Masterclass - Build Desktop Apps with JavaScript: Packt
  • Introduction to IOT: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • SQL for Data Extraction and Analysis: Coursera
  • Communication in the 21st Century Workplace: University of California, Irvine
  • Foundations of Machine Learning: Concepts, Tools, and Math: John Wiley & Sons
  • Machine Learning For Dummies: John Wiley & Sons
  • Generative AI: Elevate your Software Development Career: IBM
  • Claude API for Developers - Build Intelligent Applications: Packt
  • MRI Fundamentals: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

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