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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


  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Graph Theory, Infectious Diseases, Program Development, Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Software Development

    4.5 stars, 355 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (355) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Math for Computer Science - Algorithms & Recursion

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Algorithms, Encryption, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Arithmetic, Computational Thinking, Key Management, Applied Mathematics

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pragmatic AI Labs

    Deterministic LLM programming

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Amazon Bedrock, LLM Application, AWS SageMaker, Token Optimization, Large Language Modeling, Amazon Web Services, No-Code Development, Prompt Engineering, Vibe coding, Generative AI, AI Orchestration, Model Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative AI Agents, Package and Software Management, Model Training, Rust (Programming Language), Model Optimization, Performance Tuning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, New Product Development, Model Based Systems Engineering, Model Evaluation, Generative AI, Financial Statement Analysis, Agile Project Management, Sustainable Business, Data Mining, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Delegation Skills, Strategic Decision-Making, Real-Time Operating Systems, Object Oriented Design, Sampling (Statistics), Failure Analysis, Data Ethics, Goal Setting, Database Design, Data Visualization

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
  • C

    Clemson University

    Master of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Human Computer Interaction, Large Language Modeling, Database Systems, Database Management, Dimensionality Reduction, Database Design, Database Management Systems, Generative AI, Model Evaluation, Software Development Methodologies, Usability, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Data Preprocessing, Data Mining, Data Structures, Systems Development Life Cycle, Responsible AI, Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Human Factors

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
  • M

    Meta

    Advanced Programming in Kotlin

    Skills you'll gain: Kotlin, Android Studio, Android Development, Unit Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Mobile Development, Application Development, Functional Design, Programming Principles

    4.7 stars, 129 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (129) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to JavaScript Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Program Development, Web Development Tools, Software Development, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Data Validation, Javascript, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Software Design, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    4.2 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Ball State University

    Master of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Software Engineering, Full-Stack Web Development, Graph Theory, Data Wrangling, Statistical Machine Learning, File Systems, Database Systems, Spatial Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Theoretical Computer Science, SAS (Software), Statistical Methods, Cryptography, Statistical Inference, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Financial Data

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Shell Programming Essentials

    5 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Discrete Math for Computer Science - Counting & Probability

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Analysis, Computer Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Meta

    Advanced Programming in Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Unit Testing, Apple Xcode, Test Case, Software Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Application Development, Functional Design, Algorithms

    4.7 stars, 93 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (93) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Advanced Computer Graphics in C# .NET

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Graphic Techniques, .NET Framework, UI Components, Application Design

    Intermediate · 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

  • Genome Assembly Programming Challenge: University of California San Diego
  • Discrete Math for Computer Science - Algorithms & Recursion: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Deterministic LLM programming: Pragmatic AI Labs
  • Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Master of Science in Computer Science: Clemson University
  • Advanced Programming in Kotlin: Meta
  • Introduction to JavaScript Programming: Microsoft
  • Master of Science in Computer Science: Ball State University
  • Shell Programming Essentials: EDUCBA
  • Discrete Math for Computer Science - Counting & Probability: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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