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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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    Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona

    Audio Signal Processing for Music Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Music, Open Source Technology, Python Programming, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, NumPy, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics

    4.8
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    294 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Introduction to Microservices with .NET 8 and CQRS

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Microservices, ASP.NET, Software Architecture, .NET Framework, Microsoft Visual Studio, Cloud-Native Computing, Restful API, C# (Programming Language), Software Development, Software Design Patterns, Scalability, GitHub

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Django Application Development with SQL and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Object-Relational Mapping, SQL, Cloud Deployment, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Design, Full-Stack Web Development, Databases, Web Applications, Authentications, Model View Controller, Application Development, Data Modeling, Authorization (Computing), Responsive Web Design, Content Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    349 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Data Structures & Backend with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Spring Boot, Restful API, Model View Controller, Spring Framework, Java Programming, Java, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Microservices, Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Dependency Analysis

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    150 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Realidad Extendida y Metaverso para todos Community Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Unreal Engine, Unity Engine, User Experience, Software Development Tools, Animations, Experience Design, Technology Solutions, Simulations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L

    LearnQuest

    Automate Data Analysis and BI with No-Code AI

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Advanced Analytics, Business Analytics, AI Enablement, Business Reporting, Global Marketing, User Feedback, Regional Sales, Presentations, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL)

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, MySQL, Relational Databases, Databases, Data Modeling, Development Environment, PHP (Scripting Language), Software Installation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    5.5K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Digital Leader Training

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Serverless Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Digital Transformation, Data Governance, Cloud Services, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Strategy, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Solutions, Real Time Data, Business Transformation, Data Management, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Data Warehousing, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Data Security

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.8K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Improve Accuracy with ML Ensemble Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Random Forest Algorithm, Decision Tree Learning, Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Classification Algorithms, Java, Sampling (Statistics), Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Learning Styles, Program Evaluation, Program Implementation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Embedded Software and Hardware Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Data Structures, System Programming, Microarchitecture, C (Programming Language), Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Software Design, System Configuration, Development Environment, Peripheral Devices

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    526 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Rice University

    Python Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, File I/O, Data Structures, Scripting, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Storage

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    893 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Alberta

    Fundamentals of Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Markov Model, Algorithms, Probability Distribution

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Audio Signal Processing for Music Applications: Universitat Pompeu Fabra of Barcelona
  • Introduction to Microservices with .NET 8 and CQRS: Packt
  • Django Application Development with SQL and Databases: IBM
  • Data Structures & Backend with Java: Board Infinity
  • Realidad Extendida y Metaverso para todos Community Impact: Universidad de los Andes
  • Automate Data Analysis and BI with No-Code AI: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Structured Query Language (SQL): University of Michigan
  • Google Cloud Digital Leader Training: Google Cloud
  • Improve Accuracy with ML Ensemble Methods: Coursera
  • Embedded Software and Hardware Architecture: University of Colorado Boulder

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