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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


  • I

    IBM

    RAG for Generative AI Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LangChain, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, Vector Databases, LLM Application, Generative AI, Tool Calling, Generative AI Agents, Embeddings, Large Language Modeling, JSON, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Model Deployment, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Model Evaluation, Database Systems

    4.6 stars, 798 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (798) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Data Collection and Processing with Python

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Restful API, Data Manipulation, Data Access, Application Programming Interface (API), Python Programming, Data Transformation, Data Structures, Data Collection

    4.7 stars, 4.1K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (4.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Introduction to Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Robotics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Mathematical Modeling

    4.7 stars, 2.9K reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.9K) · 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, Development Environment, 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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  • I

    IBM

    Developing AI Applications with Python and Flask

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Flask (Web Framework), Application Deployment, Software Testing, Web Applications, AI Integrations, Python Programming, IBM Cloud, AI Enablement, Web Development, Artificial Intelligence, Restful API, Integrated Development Environments, Application Programming Interface (API), Programming Principles, Style Guides

    4.4 stars, 1.4K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (1.4K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Building Web Applications in PHP

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, PHP (Scripting Language), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), MySQL, Web Applications, Web Development, Secure Coding, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Development Environment, Back-End Web Development, Database Development, Web Servers, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Network Protocols, Software Installation, Data Validation

    4.7 stars, 4.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Data Structures, Test Automation, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Python Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Test Tools, Test Case, Software Testing

    4.6 stars, 732 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (732) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Interactivity with JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Web Development Tools, Javascript, Debugging, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Design, Interactive Design, Event-Driven Programming, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Structures

    4.7 stars, 7.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (7.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • R

    Rice University

    Python Data Representations

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Persistence, Development Environment, Data Access, Data Structures, Data Storage, Python Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Scripting Languages, Debugging

    4.7 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python Classes and Inheritance

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JSON, Object Oriented Design, Unit Testing, Python Programming, Code Reusability, Software Testing, Data Structures

    4.7 stars, 3.7K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (3.7K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • G

    Google

    Ciberseguridad de Google

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Incident Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Management, Network Security, Operating Systems, Threat Detection, Risk Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Risk Management Framework, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Attacks, Bash (Scripting Language), Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Debugging, File I/O, Linux, SQL

    4.9 stars, 7.4K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (7.4K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • RAG for Generative AI Applications: IBM
  • Data Collection and Processing with Python: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Blockchain Basics: University at Buffalo
  • Developing AI Applications with Python and Flask: IBM
  • Building Web Applications in PHP: University of Michigan
  • Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code: University of Toronto
  • Interactivity with JavaScript: University of Michigan
  • Python Data Representations: Rice University
  • Python Classes and Inheritance: University of Michigan

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