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Programming languages courses can help you learn syntax, data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming. You can build skills in debugging, code optimization, and software development methodologies. Many courses introduce tools like Git for version control, integrated development environments (IDEs) such as Visual Studio Code, and frameworks like React or Django, that support creating robust applications and enhancing your coding efficiency.

Popular Programming Languages Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Codio

    Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction

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

    ★ 4.5 (486) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Programming for Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Animations, Interactive Data Visualization, Software Design, Data Structures, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Python Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Digital Design, Simulations, Computer Graphics, Design, Game Design, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking

    ★ 5 (8) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C for Everyone, Part 2: Structured Programming

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    C# Programming Fundamentals and Development Environment

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Version Control, Microsoft Copilot, C# (Programming Language), Git (Version Control System), Microsoft Visual Studio, .NET Framework, Software Versioning, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Application Development, Computer Programming, Microsoft Development Tools, Development Environment, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Programming Principles, Event-Driven Programming, Computational Logic

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Writing Secure Code in C++

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, C and C++, Application Security, Computer Programming Tools, System Programming, C++ (Programming Language), Software Development Tools, Exploit development, C (Programming Language), Security Software, Debugging, Security Engineering, Security Testing, Interoperability, Unix, Embedded Software, Information Systems Security, OS Process Management, Embedded Systems, Programming Principles

    ★ 2.7 (36) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Introduction to Programming with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Code Reusability, Matlab, Computer Programming Tools, Functional Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Program Development, Debugging, Mathematical Software, Development Environment, Computer Science, File Management, C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Plot (Graphics), Problem Solving

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Programming with C

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Programming Principles, Data Management, Memory Management, Algorithms, Computer Programming, File I/O, Program Development, File Management, Other Programming Languages, Development Environment, Computational Logic

    ★ 4.6 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Programming with Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Animations, Video Game Development, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Storytelling, Game Design, Solution Design, Program Development, Coordination

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

    Category: Preview
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  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Formal Languages and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Computer Science, Formal Learning, Software Engineering, Program Development, Data Science, Technical Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Introduction to Python

    Skills you'll gain: Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Computational Logic, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages, Code Reusability

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore

    Introduction to Programming with C Language

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, C (Programming Language), Memory Management, Programming Principles, C and C++, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Software Installation, Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Exploring C

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

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

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

  • Programming in Python: A Hands-on Introduction: Codio
  • Programming for Designers: University of Michigan
  • C for Everyone, Part 2: Structured Programming: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • C# Programming Fundamentals and Development Environment: Microsoft
  • Writing Secure Code in C++: Infosec
  • Introduction to Programming with MATLAB: Vanderbilt University
  • Programming with C: Simplilearn
  • Programming with Scratch: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Formal Languages and Applications: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Introduction to Python: Arizona State University

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