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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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    Meta

    Introduction to Android Mobile Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Development, Android (Operating System), Mobile Development, Gradle, Application Development, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Virtual Environment, Extensible Markup Language (XML), UI Components

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Python Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Functional Design, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Data Science, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Software Engineering

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Python Data Representations

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Data Structures, File Management, Data Storage, Scripting, Python Programming, Program Development, Scripting Languages, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Markov Model, Text Mining, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Salesforce Starter Kit

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, Systems Integration, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Data Integration, Contract Management, Responsible AI, Web Services, Business Reporting, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Security Controls, Customer Data Management, Analytics, Restful API, Sales Process, Data Security

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Responsible AI, Microsoft Visual Studio, Version Control, Code Review, Data Ethics, GitHub, Software Development Tools, Software Configuration Management, Software Documentation, Application Lifecycle Management, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Maintainability, Computer Programming Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Project Management

    4.3
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Service-Oriented Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Service Oriented Architecture, API Design, Web Services, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Microservices, Restful API, Software Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, JSON, Android Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    AI Business School

    Introduction to AI for customer care professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Risk Management, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Customer Service, Customer experience improvement, Self Service Technologies, Automation, Digital Transformation

    Beginner · 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, Integrated Development Environments, Software Design, Maintainability, System Configuration, Development Environment, Peripheral Devices

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Software Testing and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cucumber (Software), Software Testing, Selenium (Software), Gherkin (Scripting Language), JUnit, Verification And Validation, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Security Testing, Regression Testing, Test Case, Testability, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Performance Testing, Development Testing, Test Planning, Acceptance Testing, Software Quality Assurance

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Scrum Certification with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Backlogs, AI Product Strategy, Data Ethics, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, Generative AI Agents, Scaled Agile Framework, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Prompt Engineering, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Agile Product Development, Prioritization, Generative AI, Predictive Analytics, Dependency Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Red Hat

    Introduction to Red Hat OpenShift AI

    Skills you'll gain: OpenShift, Jupyter, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science, Infrastructure Architecture, Data Storage

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Android Mobile Application Development : Meta
  • Introduction to Python Functions: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Python Data Representations: Rice University
  • Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • Salesforce Starter Kit: Coursera
  • Generative AI for Software Developers: Microsoft
  • Service-Oriented Architecture: University of Alberta
  • Introduction to AI for customer care professionals: AI Business School
  • Embedded Software and Hardware Architecture: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Software Testing and Automation: University of Minnesota

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