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Programming Basics Courses

Programming basics courses can help you learn fundamental concepts like variables, control structures, data types, and functions. You can build skills in problem-solving, debugging, and writing clean, efficient code. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and programming languages like Python or JavaScript, which are commonly used in web development and software engineering.

Popular Programming Basics Courses and Certifications


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    JetBrains

    Build a Local AI Assistant with LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, LLM Application, Embeddings, OpenAI API, AI Integrations, Large Language Modeling, API Design, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, Python Programming, Machine Learning Methods, Docker (Software), Integrated Development Environments, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Unity Game Deployment, XR, and Cross-Platform Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Unity Engine, Augmented Reality, Application Deployment, Cross Platform Development, Virtual Reality, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Mobile Development, UI Components, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Development Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Development, Software Design

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Object-Oriented Design

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Maintainability, Code Reusability, Software Design Documents, Application Design, Conceptual Design, Diagram Design, Design Elements And Principles

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Creating iOS Apps Using Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Data Persistence, Interactive Data Visualization, Apple software proficiency, AI Personalization, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Application Programming Interface (API), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, AI Enablement, Usability, Mobile Development Tools, Software Design Patterns, Animations

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Data Analytics for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Management, Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Quality, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Data Warehousing, Big Data, Information Systems, Data Storage Technologies, Databases, Organizational Structure, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Access, Relational Databases, SQL, Data Storage, Organizational Effectiveness, Cloud Computing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Godot 4 for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, Software Design Documents, Software Design, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Program Development, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Interactive Design, Programming Principles, User Interface (UI), Development Environment, Visual Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Mastering Swift 6

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Memory Management, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Apple Xcode, Code Reusability, Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, Functional Design, Maintainability, Performance Tuning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatic Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Laboratory Reports, Molecular Biology, Research Reports, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, R (Software), Correlation Analysis, Informatics, Data Visualization Software, Biotechnology, Scientific Visualization, Network Model, Data Analysis Software, Data Synthesis, Life Sciences, Data Analysis, Microbiology, Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure AZ-204 Exam Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Development, Cloud Applications, Cloud Management, Cloud Deployment, Containerization, Cloud-Based Integration, Cloud Security, Azure DevOps, Cloud Services, Docker (Software), Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing, API Gateway, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Performance Management, Event-Driven Programming, Authorization (Computing)

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Applied Data Science with SQL, R, and Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Relational Databases, SQL, Database Theory, R (Software), Data Visualization, Statistical Programming, Ggplot2, Data Science, Query Languages, Databases, Database Systems, R Programming, Database Design, Statistical Methods, Database Management, Data Analysis, Power BI, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Software Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Project Risk Management, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Kanban Principles, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Sprint Retrospectives, Functional Requirement, Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Product Development, Software Development, Risk Analysis, Scrum (Software Development), Software Technical Review, Risk Management Framework, Product Management, Project Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Peking University

    程序设计与算法

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Memory Management, C and C++, Graph Theory, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Application Development, Systems Development, Data Storage, Computer Architecture

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Build a Local AI Assistant with LLMs: JetBrains
  • Unity Game Deployment, XR, and Cross-Platform Strategies: Packt
  • Object-Oriented Design: University of Alberta
  • Creating iOS Apps Using Swift: IBM
  • Introduction to Data Analytics for Business: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Godot 4 for Beginners: Packt
  • Mastering Swift 6: Packt
  • Plant Bioinformatic Methods: University of Toronto
  • Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure AZ-204 Exam Guide: Packt
  • Applied Data Science with SQL, R, and Python: John Wiley & Sons

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