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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


  • G

    Google

    The Power of Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Data Analysis, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Advanced Analytics, Probability Distribution, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Probability, Jupyter, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    880 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Grow Trees & Powerful Ensembles

    Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Model Deployment, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Methods, Random Forest Algorithm, Applied Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Statistical Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Performance Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Advanced SwiftUI, MVVM, and App Design Patterns

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Swift Programming, Test Driven Development (TDD), Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Model View Controller, Application Development, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Animations

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Control Systems, Robotics, Embedded Software, Automation, Deep Learning, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Traffic Flow Optimization, Artificial Neural Networks, Global Positioning Systems, Machine Controls, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Graph Theory, Estimation, Machine Learning Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.5K reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Design Patterns & Fundamentals in Node.js

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Node.JS, Event-Driven Programming, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Software Architecture, Javascript, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Systems Design, Maintainability, Middleware, Performance Tuning, Real-Time Operating Systems, Scalability, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics, Course 1: Foundations of Robot Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Engineering, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Matlab, Computer Programming Tools, Physics, Angular

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    AI Techniques, Causal Inference & Business Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Operations Research, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Apache Kafka, Stakeholder Communications, Large Language Modeling, Real Time Data, AI Enablement, Information Privacy, Performance Testing, Personally Identifiable Information, Reinforcement Learning, Inventory Management System, Stakeholder Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Consultative Selling Foundations for Complex Deals

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Consultative Selling, Sales Training, Sales, Sales Process, Sales Management, Price Negotiation, Sales Presentation, Sales Pipelines, Prospecting and Qualification, Value Propositions, Verbal Communication Skills, Product Demonstration, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Storytelling, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    SwiftUI iOS 18 Animations - Transform Code into Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Swift Programming, UI Components, Animations, Apple Xcode, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Interactive Design, Motion Graphics, Development Environment, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Applied Social Network Analysis in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Data Analysis, Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Predictive Analytics, Unsupervised Learning, Matplotlib, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.7K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Emory University

    Management Consulting

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Presentations, Consulting, Microsoft PowerPoint, Management Consulting, Executive Presence, Business Consulting, Benchmarking, Microsoft Excel, Storytelling, Sales Presentations, Data Storytelling, Proposal Development, Oral Expression, Business Research, Lean Six Sigma, Interviewing Skills, Six Sigma Methodology, Problem Solving, Consultative Approaches

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.4K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply API Testing & Automation with Postman

    Skills you'll gain: Postman API Platform, Continuous Delivery, Web Services, API Design, Business Logic, Application Programming Interface (API), CI/CD, Software Testing, Test Execution Engine, Restful API, Interactive Data Visualization, Test Case, Server Side, Application Development, Web Applications, Automation, Debugging, Data Modeling, Software Installation

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Power of Statistics: Google
  • Grow Trees & Powerful Ensembles: Coursera
  • Advanced SwiftUI, MVVM, and App Design Patterns: Packt
  • Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Design Patterns & Fundamentals in Node.js: Packt
  • Modern Robotics, Course 1: Foundations of Robot Motion: Northwestern University
  • AI Techniques, Causal Inference & Business Optimization: Coursera
  • Consultative Selling Foundations for Complex Deals: Board Infinity
  • SwiftUI iOS 18 Animations - Transform Code into Motion: Packt
  • Applied Social Network Analysis in Python: University of Michigan

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