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Programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, as well as concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. 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 web applications and software solutions.

Popular Programming Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Advanced Analytics Techniques with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Logistic Regression, Web Scraping, Prompt Engineering, Rmarkdown, Regression Analysis, Responsible AI, Leaflet (Software), Generative AI, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Ethics, Applied Machine Learning, Root Cause Analysis, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, AI Integrations, AI Personalization, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows

    4.6 stars, 90 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (90) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Fundamentals of Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Surveys, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Demography, Public Administration, R (Software), Policy Analysis, Public Policies, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Analytics, Data Transformation, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation

    4.5 stars, 62 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (62) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Respiration, Physiology, Neurology, Mechanics, Injury Prevention, Anatomy, Medical Terminology, Nutrition and Diet

    4.7 stars, 81 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Advanced Python Scripting for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Network Security, Cyber Operations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Anomaly Detection, Exploitation techniques, Brute-force attacks, Scripting, Authentications, Python Programming, Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Automation

    4.5 stars, 81 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (81) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    C# Class Development

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), Game Design, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Design, Software Design, Programming Principles, Program Development, Application Development, Scripting

    4.8 stars, 68 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (68) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sungkyunkwan University

    Machine Learning Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Logistic Regression, Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Model Training, Unsupervised Learning, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra

    4.4 stars, 93 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (93) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Stanford Online

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Statistical Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 491 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    NIIT

    RESTful Microservices Using Node.js and Express

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, API Gateway, MySQL, Restful API, MongoDB, OAuth, Microservices, API Design, NoSQL, Object-Relational Mapping, Application Programming Interface (API), Database Design, Relational Databases, Unit Testing, SQL, Databases, MySQL Workbench, Server Side, Application Deployment, Javascript

    3.6 stars, 116 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.6 (116) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Python 3 from Beginner to Expert - Learn Python from Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Object Oriented Design, JSON, Program Development, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Scripting, Maintainability, Integrated Development Environments, Package and Software Management, Authorization (Computing), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Web Scraping, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Using probability distributions for real world problems in R

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, R Programming, Statistical Visualization, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Probability

    4.8 stars, 37 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.8 (37) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    TypeScript Variables and Data Types

    Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Programming Principles, Web Development Tools

    4.4 stars, 103 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (103) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Network Protocols, Software Development, Automation, Cloud Computing, Debugging

    4.6 stars, 117 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Microsoft Advanced Analytics Techniques with Generative AI: Microsoft
  • Fundamentals of Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R: University of Michigan
  • Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology for Fitness Professions: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Advanced Python Scripting for Cybersecurity: Infosec
  • C# Class Development: University of Colorado System
  • Machine Learning Basics: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference: Stanford Online
  • RESTful Microservices Using Node.js and Express: NIIT
  • Python 3 from Beginner to Expert - Learn Python from Scratch: Packt
  • Using probability distributions for real world problems in R: Coursera

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