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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


  • R

    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Probability, Video Game Development, Bioinformatics, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Python Programming, Data Analysis, User Interface (UI), Computer Science, Computer Programming

    4.8 stars, 4.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Memory Management, Computational Thinking, Computer Systems, Data Structures, Algorithms, File I/O, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware

    4.5 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Programming with C

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Programming Principles, Data Management, Memory Management, Algorithms, Computer Programming, File I/O, Program Development, File Management, Other Programming Languages, Development Environment, Computational Logic

    4.5 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Abstraction, Problem Decomposition, and Functions

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Data Storage

    4.6 stars, 37 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (37) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Programming Principles, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Debugging, Data Cleansing, Problem Solving, Code Reusability, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Automation

    4.8 stars, 4.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Introducción a la programación en Python I: Aprendiendo a programar con Python

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Python Programming, Code Reusability, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Application Development, Computational Logic

    4.4 stars, 5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Hardware Architecture, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Computer Networking, Computer Programming, Network Protocols, Software Development, Automation, Cloud Computing, Debugging

    4.6 stars, 117 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (117) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    KodeKloud

    GO Programming Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Memory Management, Back-End Web Development, Go (Programming Language), Code Reusability, Software Design Patterns, Computer Programming Tools, Data Store, Software Architecture, Data-oriented programming, Systems Design, Data Structures, System Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Cloud Development, Computer Programming, Logical Reasoning, Programmable Logic Controllers, Application Development, Open Source Technology

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Programming with Golang

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Web Development, Computer Programming, Program Development, Other Programming Languages

    2.8 stars, 28 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 2.8 (28) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Learn to Program: The Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Functional Design, Programming Principles, Debugging, File I/O, Software Documentation, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Technical Documentation, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures

    4.7 stars, 6.7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (6.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Application Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Software Design, Algorithms, Software Architecture, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Model View Controller

    4.5 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (40) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Ball State University

    Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Computer Programming, Analytics, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, NumPy, Data Processing, Code Reusability, Mathematical Software, Computational Logic

    4.7 stars, 31 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (31) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer programming courses

  • Fundamentals of Computing: Rice University
  • Introduction to Programming: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Programming with C: Simplilearn
  • Abstraction, Problem Decomposition, and Functions: University of Colorado System
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introducción a la programación en Python I: Aprendiendo a programar con Python: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Foundations of Computer Science: LearnQuest
  • GO Programming Mastery: KodeKloud
  • Programming with Golang: Edureka
  • Learn to Program: The Fundamentals: University of Toronto

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