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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


  • N

    Northeastern University

    Industrial Optimization: Models & Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Operational Analysis, Linear Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Model Optimization, Algebra

    4.9 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    BiteSize Python: Object Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Software Design, Code Reusability, Python Programming

    4.5 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    Logical Operations

    R Programming for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, R (Software), Data Science, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Machine Learning, Plot (Graphics), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Software Development, Computer Programming Tools, Data Import/Export, Machine Learning Algorithms

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Parallel programming (Scala 2 version)

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Other Programming Languages, Functional Design, Performance Testing, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    C# Programming & Desktop Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Data Modeling, User Interface (UI), jQuery, Microsoft SQL Servers, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Design, Microsoft Visual Studio, Application Development, Data Validation, Code Reusability, Database Application, Business Reporting, Data Management, Object Oriented Design, .NET Framework, Data Structures, Web Development, Maintainability, Performance Tuning

    4.9 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (16) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Logical Operations

    Advanced Programming Techniques with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Database Application, Python Programming, Unit Testing, Computer Programming, Restful API, Cross Platform Development, Package and Software Management, Scripting, Data Science, Program Development, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development, Data Processing, Debugging, Programming Principles, User Interface (UI) Design, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Building AI Powered Chatbots Without Programming

    Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, Application Deployment, Workflow Management, IBM Cloud, No-Code Development, Self Service Technologies, Generative AI Agents, AI Personalization, Customer Service, Customer experience improvement, Generative AI, Context Management, Operational Efficiency, WordPress

    4.7 stars, 3.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

    Skills you'll gain: UI Components, User Interface (UI), Computational Thinking, HTML and CSS, Web Design and Development, Interactive Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Design, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Image Analysis, Web Applications, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Computer Graphics

    4.6 stars, 15K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (15K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Hardware Architecture, Programming Principles, Computer Architecture, OS Process Management, Data Access, Program Development, Algorithms, Python Programming, Data Sharing, Development Environment

    2.8 stars, 151 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Rust Programming Essentials: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Program Development, Software Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to C++ Programming and Unreal

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, Computer Programming, Program Development, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Software Documentation, Code Reusability, Application Development, Data Storage, Scripting

    4.5 stars, 180 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (180) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Programming in Swift 5

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Swift Programming, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Programming Principles, Mobile Development, Software Design Patterns, Data Management, Software Architecture, Code Reusability, Computational Logic, Development Environment

    4.3 stars, 734 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (734) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Industrial Optimization: Models & Linear Programming: Northeastern University
  • BiteSize Python: Object Oriented Programming: University of Colorado Boulder
  • R Programming for Data Science: Logical Operations
  • Parallel programming (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • C# Programming & Desktop Application Development: EDUCBA
  • Advanced Programming Techniques with Python: Logical Operations
  • Building AI Powered Chatbots Without Programming: IBM
  • Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Duke University
  • Introduction to Concurrent Programming with GPUs: Johns Hopkins University
  • Rust Programming Essentials: Unit 1: Pearson

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