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Computer Programming Courses

Computer programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, along with concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development principles. You can build skills in debugging, version control, and writing efficient code. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) like Visual Studio Code, and frameworks such as React or Django, that support developing applications and enhancing your programming capabilities.

Popular Computer Programming Courses and Certifications


  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Digital Signal Processing, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Technical Communication, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Distributed Computing, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Hardware Design, Text Mining, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Student Services, Recognizing Others, Electrical Engineering

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Implement Animated Car Graphics Using Computer Graphics

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphics Software, Motion Graphics, Graphical Tools, Computer Displays, Plot (Graphics)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Programming and Application Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Web Development, Database Design, Relational Databases, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Databases, Web Design and Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Database Systems, Database Development, Application Deployment, Server Side, HTML and CSS, Cloud Deployment, Back-End Web Development, Scripting Languages, Application Development, Cloud Applications, Javascript, Cloud Computing

    4.5 stars, 52 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (52) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Computer Support Specialists (IT Support)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Technical Support and Services, End User Training and Support, AI literacy, Technical Support, AI Integrations, Data Ethics, Automation

    4 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    MathWorks

    Object Tracking and Motion Detection with Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Matlab, Transfer Learning, Traffic Flow Optimization

    4.7 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Network Model, Combinatorics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Theoretical Computer Science, Model Optimization, Python Programming

    4.8 stars, 66 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (66) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Math for Computer Science - Logic & Set Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning, Theoretical Computer Science, Deductive Reasoning, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Algorithms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Object Oriented Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, File Management, Application Development, File Systems, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Program Development, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Data Management

    4.8 stars, 79 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (79) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Multicore and GPGPU Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, System Programming, Programming Principles, Distributed Computing, C and C++, Performance Tuning, Memory Management, Algorithms, OS Process Management, Program Development, Scalability, Data Sharing, Performance Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master OpenCV Fundamentals for Real-Time Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Real Time Data, Model Training, Python Programming, Development Environment, Data Preprocessing, Software Installation

    4.4 stars, 28 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (28) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Ace the Computer Science Interview: Strategies for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Composure, Interpersonal Communications, Computer Programming, Communication Strategies, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Planning, Algorithms, Data Structures, Stress Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Chegg Skills

    Python Programming for Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Business Analytics, Server Side, Development Environment, Analytics, Responsible AI, Decision Support Systems, Pseudocode, Back-End Web Development, Data Literacy, Business Intelligence, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Web Development, Programming Principles, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Master of Engineering in Computer Engineering: Dartmouth College
  • Implement Animated Car Graphics Using Computer Graphics: EDUCBA
  • Programming and Application Foundations: Illinois Tech
  • GenAI for Computer Support Specialists (IT Support): Coursera
  • Object Tracking and Motion Detection with Computer Vision: MathWorks
  • Approximation Algorithms and Linear Programming: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Discrete Math for Computer Science - Logic & Set Theory: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Object Oriented Programming in Java: IBM
  • Multicore and GPGPU Programming: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Master OpenCV Fundamentals for Real-Time Computer Vision: EDUCBA

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