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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Responsible AI, Microsoft Visual Studio, Version Control, Code Review, GitHub, Integrated Development Environments, Software Configuration Management, Software Development Tools, Software Documentation, AI Workflows, AI Enablement, Program Development, Development Environment, Computer Programming Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Project Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    187 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Codio

    C++ Basic Structures: Vectors, Pointers, Strings, and Files

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Import/Export, C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, File Management, Computer Programming, Data Store, Computer Science

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    237 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    BigQuery for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Big Data, SQL, Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Warehousing, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Google Sheets, Google Cloud Platform, Data Import/Export

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    77 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    高级数据结构与算法

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Database Systems, Theoretical Computer Science, Performance Tuning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    106 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Diseño de Videojuegos: Una introducción

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Functional Specification, Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, Conceptual Design, Software Design Documents, Interaction Design, Prototyping, C# (Programming Language), Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics, Course 6: Capstone Project, Mobile Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Robotics, Automation Engineering, Simulations, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    59 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Codio

    Advanced Django: Introduction to Django Rest Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Postman API Platform, Restful API, Data Validation, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, JSON, API Testing, Object-Relational Mapping, Model View Controller, Python Programming, Development Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    49 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: Setting Up Your DragonBoard™ Development Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Android (Operating System), Android Studio, Mobile Development, Software Development Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Web Servers, Web Applications, USB, Ubuntu, Peripheral Devices, Operating Systems, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, System Configuration, Hardware Troubleshooting

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    160 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    SAS

    SAS Macro Language

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Case Studies, Program Development, Scripting, Data Processing, Automation, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    149 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Combining and Analyzing Complex Data

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, STATA (Software), Data Integration, Data Ethics, Stata, R Programming, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Modeling, Descriptive Statistics, Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression, Informed Consent

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    70 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Database Essentials and Vulnerabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Databases, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Security, User Accounts, Secure Coding, SQL, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, NoSQL, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption, Data Manipulation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    62 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Practical Introduction to the Command Line

    Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), File Management, Linux Commands, Productivity, Computer Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    381 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming courses

  • Generative AI for Software Developers: Microsoft
  • C++ Basic Structures: Vectors, Pointers, Strings, and Files: Codio
  • BigQuery for Data Analysts: Google Cloud
  • 高级数据结构与算法: Peking University
  • Diseño de Videojuegos: Una introducción: Universidad de los Andes
  • Modern Robotics, Course 6: Capstone Project, Mobile Manipulation: Northwestern University
  • Advanced Django: Introduction to Django Rest Framework: Codio
  • Internet of Things: Setting Up Your DragonBoard™ Development Platform: University of California San Diego
  • SAS Macro Language: SAS
  • Combining and Analyzing Complex Data: University of Maryland, College Park

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