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Programming Courses

Programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, as well as concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. 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 web applications and software solutions.

Popular Programming Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Introduction to C++ Programming: Create a Tic-Tac-Toe Game

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Application Development, Program Development, Data Storage, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Java Programming, Software Development, Computer Science

    4.5 stars, 49 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (49) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, OpenAI API, Education Software and Technology, Generative AI, AI Integrations, OpenAI, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Machine Learning, Software Engineering

    4.4 stars, 80 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (80) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to C++ Programming: Build a Calculator

    Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Program Development, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Software Development, Computer Science

    4.4 stars, 61 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (61) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Mobile Development, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Frameworks, Android Development, Application Development, Program Development, Software Development

    4.6 stars, 70 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (70) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Programming in C#: A comprehensive approach to C# Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visual Studio, C# (Programming Language), Integrated Development Environments, Microsoft Development Tools, Program Development, Programming Principles, C and C++, Computer Programming, Command-Line Interface, Computational Logic

    4.4 stars, 220 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (220) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Compose and Program Music in Python using Earsketch

    Skills you'll gain: Musical Composition, Music, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, Python Programming

    4.5 stars, 459 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (459) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Python 101: Develop Your First Python Program

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Human Computer Interaction, Program Development, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Mathematical Software, Data Analysis

    4.7 stars, 291 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (291) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with R

    Skills you'll gain: R (Software), Data Import/Export, Package and Software Management, R Programming, Data Structures, Software Installation, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Data Science

    4.3 stars, 389 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (389) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Decryption with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Python Programming, Data Security

    4.6 stars, 16 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (16) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Using MySQL Database with PHP

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Relational Databases, MySQL, PHP (Scripting Language), SQL, Databases, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Back-End Web Development, Data Access

    4.7 stars, 26 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (26) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    API Testing a real web application via Postman

    Skills you'll gain: API Testing, Postman API Platform, OAuth, Application Programming Interface (API), Performance Testing, Security Testing, Software Testing, Test Tools, Authentications, Scenario Testing

    4.3 stars, 76 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (76) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    VSCode for Developers: Set up a professional environment

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Debugging, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Git (Version Control System), Microsoft Development Tools, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Software Development

    3.4 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 3.4 (8) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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