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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


  • S

    SkillUp

    Product Management: Foundations & Stakeholder Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Management, Drive Engagement, Product Marketing, Product Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Competitive Analysis, Product Planning, Communication Planning, Product Strategy, Business Strategy, Business Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Ideation, Market Analysis, Product Knowledge, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Media and Communications, Leadership

    4.6 stars, 385 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (385) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers and Operating Systems and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storage Technologies, Operating Systems, Data Loss Prevention, Generative Model Architectures, Data Maintenance, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, IT Infrastructure, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Email Security, Productivity Software, Cybersecurity, AI literacy, Computer Architecture, Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing

    4.8 stars, 2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Advanced System Security Design

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, User Provisioning, Security Controls, Cloud Management, Malware Protection, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Security Engineering, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Hardening, Cryptographic Protocols, Cybersecurity

    4.5 stars, 660 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (660) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    Epic Games

    Introduction to Game Design

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Interactive Design, Conceptual Design, Software Development Methodologies, Creativity, Collaborative Software

    4.4 stars, 536 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (536) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM COBOL Core

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Debugging, Program Development, Programming Principles, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Maintainability, Business Logic

    4.2 stars, 69 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Disabilities, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Environment, Display Devices, Design Strategies, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Innovation, Human Factors (Security), Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 418 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (418) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Statistics with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Data Literacy, Scientific Visualization, Matplotlib, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Model Evaluation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Jupyter, Python Programming

    4.6 stars, 3.4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (3.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Web Design for Everybody Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Browser Compatibility, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Front-End Web Development, Verification And Validation, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Mockups, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Development Testing, Application Frameworks, Code Review, Web Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Javascript

    4.8 stars, 1.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    LearnQuest

    Swift 5 iOS Application Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), iOS Development, Model View Controller, Apple iOS, JSON, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, Code Review, UI Components, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Data Structures, Data Persistence, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Data Store, Application Development, Transaction Processing, Mobile Development

    4.4 stars, 913 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Claude Code: Software Engineering with Generative AI Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Anthropic Claude, Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, Context Engineering, Code Reusability, AI Workflows, Software Development, Generative AI, Software Quality Assurance, Software Development Life Cycle, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Software Architecture, Software Testing, Software Design, Software Development Methodologies

    4.7 stars, 172 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (172) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Data Analysis with R

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Inference, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, R (Software), Statistical Reporting, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Statistical Programming, Statistical Software, Data Analysis, Probability, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization

    4.7 stars, 7.7K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (7.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    LearnQuest

    Scrum Master Certification: Scrum Methodologies

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Project Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Risk Management, Management Reporting, Performance Reporting, Risk Mitigation, Team Oriented, Project Estimation, Estimation, Prioritization

    4.7 stars, 954 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (954) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Product Management: Foundations & Stakeholder Collaboration: SkillUp
  • Introduction to Computers and Operating Systems and Security: Microsoft
  • Advanced System Security Design: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Game Design: Epic Games
  • IBM COBOL Core: IBM
  • Intro to AR/VR/MR/XR: Technologies, Applications & Issues: University of Michigan
  • Statistics with Python: University of Michigan
  • Web Design for Everybody Capstone: University of Michigan
  • Swift 5 iOS Application Developer: LearnQuest
  • Claude Code: Software Engineering with Generative AI Agents: Vanderbilt University

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