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Computer Programming Courses

Computer programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development principles. 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 applications and enhancing your programming capabilities.

Popular Computer Programming Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Advanced Algorithms and Complexity

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Network Routing, Network Model, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Computer Science, Big Data, Python Programming, Model Optimization

    4.6 stars, 703 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (703) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Blockchain Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Transaction Processing, Cryptographic Protocols, Network Protocols, Payment Systems, Distributed Computing, Virtual Environment, Data Integrity, Virtual Machines, Algorithms, Verification And Validation, User Accounts

    4.6 stars, 7.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (7.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Introduction to Python for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Flask (Web Framework), Debugging, File I/O, Scripting, Python Programming, Web Applications, Data Structures, Secure Coding, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, IT Automation, Web Development, Application Development, Application Deployment, Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Code Review, Software Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Engineering

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Everyday Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Excel Formulas, Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Plot (Graphics), Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Data Management, Data Cleansing, Data Entry, Data Sharing, Data Import/Export, Spreadsheet Software, Data Transformation, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis Software, Analysis, Data Integrity, Problem Solving

    4.7 stars, 4.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Embedded Software Development with C

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Debugging, Peripheral Devices, Memory Management, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Program Development, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Eclipse (Software), Data Structures, Build Tools, C and C++, Programming Principles, Microarchitecture

    4.5 stars, 304 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (304) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Toronto

    iOS App Development with Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Swift Programming, Model View Controller, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), Application Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Development, Objective-C (Programming Language), UI Components, Animations, Human Computer Interaction, Interactive Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Memory Management, Application Frameworks, Interaction Design, Persistence

    3.9 stars, 1.6K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.9 (1.6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    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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  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Data Analysis with Python & R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Generative AI, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Matplotlib, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Pandas (Python Package), R Programming, Tidyverse (R Package), Ggplot2, Python Programming, Jupyter, Microsoft Visual Studio, GitHub, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, NumPy, Machine Learning Methods

    4.4 stars, 690 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (690) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Initiation à la programmation (en C++)

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

    4.8 stars, 460 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (460) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

    Orientação a Objetos com Java

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Unit Testing, Agile Software Development, Software Design, Software Development, Computer Programming, Test Case, Software Testing, Diagram Design, Programming Principles

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    C# in Practice: Working with .NET Types, Data, and LINQ

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), .NET Framework, JSON, ASP.NET, Application Deployment, Maintainability, File I/O, Data Persistence, Application Frameworks, Application Development, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Application, SQL, Extensible Languages and XML, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Programming Principles, Back-End Web Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • M

    Meta

    React Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, React.js, UI Components, Mobile Development Tools, Webpack, Front-End Web Development, Application Development, Dataflow, Code Reusability, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), User Interface (UI), Event-Driven Programming, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Development Environment

    4.7 stars, 2.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (2.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Advanced Algorithms and Complexity: University of California San Diego
  • Blockchain Basics: University at Buffalo
  • Introduction to Python for Beginners: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Everyday Excel: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Embedded Software Development with C: EDUCBA
  • iOS App Development with Swift: University of Toronto
  • Electron Masterclass - Build Desktop Apps with JavaScript: Packt
  • Microsoft Data Analysis with Python & R: Microsoft
  • Initiation à la programmation (en C++): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Orientação a Objetos com Java: Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica

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