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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


  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Store, Data Management, Computational Thinking, Memory Management, Data Access, C and C++, Software Design, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving

    4.3 stars, 9 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (9) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    SkillUp

    Network Traffic Analysis with Wireshark

    Skills you'll gain: Network Monitoring, Network Security, Incident Response, Anomaly Detection, Network Analysis, Digital Forensics, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Protocols, Threat Detection, Technical Communication, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Computer Security, Cybersecurity

    4.7 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Stanford Online

    Introduction to Logic

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Problem Solving, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Business Logic

    4.4 stars, 657 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (657) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Finetuning Large Language Models

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Large Language Modeling, Model Training, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Optimization, Transfer Learning, Data Preprocessing

    4.6 stars, 628 reviews, Intermediate, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (628) · Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, Data Visualization, Document Management, Data Presentation, AI powered creativity, Multimodal Prompts, Data Compilation, Data Processing, AI literacy, Text Mining, Debugging, Data Transformation, Generative AI, File I/O, Data Analysis

    4.8 stars, 998 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (998) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Identifying Security Vulnerabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Secure Coding, Cryptography, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Encryption, Application Security, Penetration Testing, Data Security, Exploitation techniques, Security Controls, Authentications, Vulnerability Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Personally Identifiable Information, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs)

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity and Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Mobile Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Internet Of Things, Cyber Governance, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies

    4.5 stars, 640 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Jenkins : Automating your delivery pipeline

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, CI/CD, Continuous Delivery, DevOps, Continuous Integration

    4.5 stars, 342 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • P

    Pearson

    Information Systems Security

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems Security, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Strategy, Data Security, Security Controls, Threat Management, Information Assurance, Network Security, Threat Detection, Encryption, Information Systems, Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Management Information Systems, Data Governance, Information Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Business Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Organizational Skills, Writing and Editing, Grammar, Communication, Editing, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Branding, Graphic Design

    4.8 stars, 5.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (5.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Epic Games

    Unreal Engine Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Version Control, 3D Assets, Video Game Development, Software Configuration Management, Game Design, Content Management, Computer Graphics, Software Versioning, User Interface (UI), Collaborative Software, Data Import/Export, Software Installation

    4.5 stars, 94 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Vertex AI Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Gemini, Google Gemini, Prompt Patterns, Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI, LLM Application, Model Optimization, Fine-tuning, Model Deployment, Prototyping

    4.6 stars, 244 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Network Traffic Analysis with Wireshark: SkillUp
  • Introduction to Logic: Stanford Online
  • Finetuning Large Language Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • ChatGPT Advanced Data Analysis: Vanderbilt University
  • Identifying Security Vulnerabilities: University of California, Davis
  • Cybersecurity and Mobility: Kennesaw State University
  • Jenkins : Automating your delivery pipeline: Coursera
  • Information Systems Security: Pearson
  • Business Writing: University of Colorado Boulder

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