Free programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, JavaScript, and Ruby, along with foundational concepts such as algorithms and data structures. You can build practical skills in web development, software debugging, and creating applications, which are crucial for tackling real-world challenges.

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Web Design, Design Elements And Principles, Human Computer Interaction, Responsive Web Design, Typography, Graphic Design, UI Components, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, User Experience Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Telecommunications, Performance Tuning, System Programming, Electronics Engineering, Debugging, Electronic Systems, C (Programming Language), Real Time Data, Power Electronics, Software Architecture
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Restful API, OAuth, UI Components, Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, Event-Driven Programming, User Interface (UI), Data Management, Data Modeling, Data Validation, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Predictive Analytics, Data Presentation, Responsible AI, Predictive Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, Decision Making, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Business Marketing, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Python Programming, Reinforcement Learning, Data Security, Network Analysis, Security Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Agentic systems, Discussion Facilitation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Healthcare Ethics, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Compliance Management, Case Studies, Data Synthesis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics, SAS (Software), Risk Analysis, Compliance Training, Analytics, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: DevOps, CI/CD, Application Deployment, Cloud Development, Development Environment, Cloud Applications, Continuous Deployment, Version Control, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Continuous Integration, Real Time Data, Kibana, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Distributed Computing, SQL, Data Mapping, NoSQL, Event-Driven Programming, Relational Databases
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Game Design, Development Environment, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Design Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Innovation, Collaboration, Crisis Management, Negotiation, Organizational Leadership, Ideation, Team Leadership, Resource Allocation, Human Centered Design, Teamwork, Motivational Skills, Corporate Communications, Marketing Strategies, Marketing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Text Mining, Data Presentation, Data Mining, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Tableau Software, Plot (Graphics), Natural Language Processing, Scatter Plots, Unsupervised Learning, Data Mapping, Unstructured Data, Statistical Analysis, Graphing, Big Data, Anomaly Detection, Analytics
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: File Management, Music, Automation, Editing, Technical Support, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Personal protective equipment, Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Environmental Regulations, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Oil and Gas, Safety Training, Electrical Equipment, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Hazard Analysis, Workforce Development, Billing, Sustainable Development, Safety Standards, Sustainable Technologies, Supply Chain, Regulatory Affairs
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Storytelling, Power BI, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Data Modeling, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Excel Macros, Infographics, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Software, Data Validation, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months