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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


  • D

    Duke University

    Data Visualization with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Plotly, Matplotlib, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Seaborn, Tableau Software, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Cloud Applications, Business Communication

    4.2 stars, 28 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (28) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • D

    Duke University

    Data Science with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Logistic Regression, Statistical Modeling, R (Software), Web Scraping, Ggplot2, Model Evaluation, Statistical Reporting, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Modeling, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Visualization, Responsible AI, Data Transformation, R Programming, Data Science, Data Wrangling, Version Control

    4.8 stars, 47 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (47) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Advanced AI and Machine Learning Techniques and Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Transfer Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Model Optimization, Federated Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Scalability, Machine Learning, Distributed Computing, Microsoft Azure, Information Privacy

    4.6 stars, 55 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to APIs in Google

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, JSON, Restful API, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Google Cloud Platform, Web Services, Authentications, Network Protocols

    3.2 stars, 29 reviews, Beginner, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 3.2 (29) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Dive Deep into Python

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Design, File Management, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Data Storage, Computational Logic

    3.9 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • J

    Jordan University of Science and Technology

    Object Oriented Development using C#

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C# (Programming Language), Program Development, Software Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Software Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Java, Query Languages

    3.8 stars, 19 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (19) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with Rstudio

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), R (Software), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Installation, Package and Software Management, R Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Cloud Development

    4.6 stars, 146 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (146) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Java Classes and Objects

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Computer Programming

    4.6 stars, 54 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (54) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Exploratory Data Analysis for the Public Sector with ggplot

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Data Presentation, Ggplot2, R (Software), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Statistical Analysis, Histogram, Tidyverse (R Package), Public Administration, Statistical Programming, Trend Analysis

    4.8 stars, 12 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    LearnKartS

    Core Java for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Software Development, Secure Coding, Software Testing, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Test Case, Application Development, Cryptographic Protocols, Code Reusability, Application Design, Debugging, Performance Tuning

    4.6 stars, 84 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (84) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Computing Concepts: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, File Systems, Cloud Computing, Dataflow, Transaction Processing, Computer Security, Data Centers, Cyber Security Policies, Authorization (Computing), Apache Hadoop, Data Store, Database Theory, Cloud Security, Authentications, NoSQL, Algorithms, Data Integrity, Encryption, File Management, Graph Theory

    4.5 stars, 323 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (323) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Evaluation, Matlab, Data Preprocessing, Model Optimization, Scientific Visualization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Machine Learning Software, Mathematical Software, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Wrangling, Applied Mathematics, Data Validation, Data Processing, Mathematical Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Design Process

    4.9 stars, 145 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Data Visualization with Python: Duke University
  • Data Science with R: Duke University
  • Advanced AI and Machine Learning Techniques and Capstone: Microsoft
  • Introduction to APIs in Google: Google Cloud
  • Dive Deep into Python: Board Infinity
  • Object Oriented Development using C#: Jordan University of Science and Technology
  • Getting Started with Rstudio: Coursera
  • Java Classes and Objects: Coursera
  • Exploratory Data Analysis for the Public Sector with ggplot: University of Michigan
  • Core Java for Beginners: LearnKartS

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