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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 Michigan

    Programming in C

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Algorithms, Computer Programming, Python Programming

    4.4 stars, 104 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (104) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    The Arduino Platform and C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, C (Programming Language), Electronic Components, Computer Hardware, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Electronics Engineering, Software Installation, Development Environment, Digital Communications

    4.7 stars, 7.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (7.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Introduction to Programming with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matlab, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Computational Logic, Computer Science, Data Import/Export, Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, File Management, Data Structures, Data Persistence, Plot (Graphics), Problem Solving

    4.8 stars, 18K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (18K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C++ For C Programmers, Part A

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Graph Theory, Code Reusability, Memory Management

    4.4 stars, 2.3K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (2.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C, Go, and C++: A Comprehensive Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Go (Programming Language), File I/O, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Software Design Patterns, Debugging, Computer Programming, Unit Testing, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Graph Theory, Software Testing, Code Reusability, Memory Management, Computational Logic, Artificial Intelligence

    4.5 stars, 9.6K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (9.6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C and Go: Classical and Modern Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), File I/O, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Computer Programming, Unit Testing, C (Programming Language), Computer Science, Software Testing, Algorithms, Code Reusability, Computational Logic

    4.5 stars, 7.3K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (7.3K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C for Everyone, Part 2: Structured Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 798 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (798) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Software Development, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Algorithms

    4.7 stars, 4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Epidemiology

    4.6 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply C Programming and GCC on Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, C (Programming Language), Linux Commands, System Programming, Command-Line Interface, Arithmetic, Build Tools, Programming Principles, C and C++, Development Environment, Program Development, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development Tools, Decision Making, Software Development, Software Installation, Environment

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Programming with Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Animations, Video Game Development, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Storytelling, Coordination

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

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

  • D

    Duke University

    Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java, Algorithms, Java Programming, Program Development, Statistical Analysis, Software Design, Computer Programming, File I/O, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Software Testing, Problem Solving

    4.6 stars, 8.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (8.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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