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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 Cloud

    Organizational Change and Culture for Adopting Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Business Transformation, Site Reliability Engineering, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Cloud Infrastructure, Culture Transformation, Technology Strategies, Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Continuous Delivery, Cloud Platforms, Data Mapping, Safety Culture, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Computing Architecture, Organizational Change, Cloud Solutions, Change Management, Continuous Deployment, People Management

    ★ 4.7 (2.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Software, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, C++ (Programming Language), Structural Engineering, Mechanics, Integral Calculus

    ★ 4.6 (564) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Big Data Analysis with Scala and Spark

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Scala Programming, Distributed Computing, Big Data, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Performance Tuning, Data Persistence, SQL, Data Import/Export

    ★ 4.6 (2.6K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Hotel Management: Distribution, Revenue and Demand Management

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Hospitality Management, Competitive Analysis, Digital Marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Stakeholder Communications, Forecasting, Budgeting, Demand Generation, Asset Management, Hospitality, Marketing, Revenue Forecasting, Demand Planning, Financial Forecasting, Hotels and Accommodations, Target Market, Customer Demand Planning, Hotel Operations, Marketing Channel

    ★ 4.6 (2.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Statistics for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Regression Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Probability, Probability Distribution, R Programming, Biostatistics, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Data Modeling, Applied Mathematics

    ★ 4.4 (800) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    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

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Android Development with Jetpack Compose

    Skills you'll gain: Android Jetpack, Android Development, Android (Operating System), Kotlin, Mobile Development, Application Development, UI Components, Object-Relational Mapping, Software Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), Game Design, Event-Driven Programming, Data Persistence, Code Reusability, Databases, Database Design, Data Architecture, Data Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • C

    CentraleSupélec

    Build Your First Android App (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Android (Operating System), Storyboarding, Application Design, Mobile Development, Application Development, Java, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Java Programming, Software Documentation, Event-Driven Programming, Interactive Design, Development Environment, Software Installation, User Centered Design

    ★ 4.2 (2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python Project: Software Engineering and Image Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Software Design Documents, Object Oriented Design, Diagram Design, Image Analysis, Python Programming, Jupyter, Software Engineering, Application Programming Interface (API), Computer Vision, Computer Programming

    ★ 4.2 (1.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Automation & Customization

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visio, Diagram Design, Automation, Business Process Automation, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Document Management, Performance Testing, Code Reusability, Maintainability, Scripting, Software Testing, Data Compilation, Design Elements And Principles, Debugging

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Network Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, OSI Models, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Communication Systems, Routing Protocols, Telecommunications, Network Routing, Network Architecture, Network Planning And Design, General Networking, Computer Networking, System Programming, Data Validation, Data Integrity

    ★ 4.6 (2.4K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    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, Virtual Environment, 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

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming basics courses

  • Organizational Change and Culture for Adopting Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • The Finite Element Method for Problems in Physics: University of Michigan
  • Big Data Analysis with Scala and Spark: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Hotel Management: Distribution, Revenue and Demand Management: ESSEC Business School
  • Advanced Statistics for Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Godot 4 for Beginners: Packt
  • Advanced Android Development with Jetpack Compose: Packt
  • Build Your First Android App (Project-Centered Course): CentraleSupélec
  • Python Project: Software Engineering and Image Manipulation: University of Michigan
  • Automation & Customization: Microsoft

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