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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 Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Programming with Python and Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Matplotlib, Object Oriented Design, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Unit Testing, Pandas (Python Package), Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Application Development, Data Visualization, Data Structures, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Debugging, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming, Computer Programming

    4.5 stars, 1.9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Programming with C#

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Restful API, Unity Engine, Application Programming Interface (API), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Video Game Development, ASP.NET, Computer Programming, Object-Relational Mapping, Web Services, Database Application, Application Development, Software Design Patterns, Database Management, Programming Principles

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    Python Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computational Logic, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Program Development, Debugging

    4.8 stars, 3.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (3.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Programming Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Problem Solving

    4.7 stars, 7.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (7.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    C++ Programming and Graphics Development

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Visualization, C++ (Programming Language), Application Development, Object Oriented Design, Statistical Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Application Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Programming Principles, Computer Graphics, Computational Thinking, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphing, Verification And Validation, Program Development, Development Environment, Software Visualization, Data Presentation, Computer Programming

    4 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4 (17) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Programming Language Design and Frontend Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Software Visualization, Program Development, Theoretical Computer Science, Front-End Web Development, Software Development Tools, Java Programming, Build Tools, Debugging, Data Structures, Java, Requirements Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • D

    Duke University

    Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming

    4.3 stars, 353 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (353) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Computational Thinking with Beginning C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, File I/O, Data Collection, Simulations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visual Studio, C (Programming Language), Statistical Analysis, Automation, Application Development, Program Development, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Data Storage

    4.6 stars, 433 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (433) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Exploring C

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

    4.5 stars, 95 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Mastering Programming with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Matlab, Application Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning, User Interface (UI)

    4.8 stars, 436 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (436) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Building with Code: Programming Fundamentals and Open Source

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Web Development, Linux, Shell Script, Database Design, Relational Databases, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Test Driven Development (TDD), Python Programming, Linux Administration, Databases, Web Design and Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Operating System Administration, Scripting Languages, Code Reusability, Javascript, Database Management

    4.6 stars, 68 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (68) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • E

    EDUCBA

    C Programming Projects for Games and System Development

    Skills you'll gain: Data Persistence, File I/O, C (Programming Language), Game Design, Programming Principles, Debugging, Code Reusability, Data Modeling, Video Game Development, Data Integrity, Program Development, Application Development, Data Storage, Computational Logic, Data Validation, Command-Line Interface, Application Design, Animation and Game Design, Data Structures

    5 stars, 14 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (14) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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