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.

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Key Management, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Authentications, Data Integrity, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Ajax, JSON, Web Applications, Web Development, Scripting, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Web Services, Prototyping, Network Protocols
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Program Development, Data Structures, Software Documentation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Threat Modeling, Policy Analysis, Political Sciences, Vulnerability Assessments, Public Policies, Human Factors, Human Computer Interaction, Usability, Software Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, Software Design, Conceptual Design, Social Impact, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Ideation, User Interface (UI), Scripting, Debugging, Creativity, Peer Review
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Eclipse (Software), Java, Java Programming, JUnit, HTML and CSS, Test Automation, Software Testing, Test Script Development, Integrated Development Environments, Test Data, Test Tools, Browser Compatibility, Computer Programming, Web Development, Programming Principles, Test Case, Software Design, Development Environment
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Cloud Platform, Google Workspace, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Data Access, AI Enablement, Generative AI Agents, Cloud Security, LLM Application, Data Management, Data Integration, AI Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Azure, Development Environment, Application Deployment, Microsoft 365, Docker (Software), Virtual Environment, Software As A Service, Integrated Development Environments, Cloud Deployment, Serverless Computing, Git (Version Control System), Business Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Star Schema, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Storytelling, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Copilot, Data Presentation, No-Code Development, Data Transformation, Data Literacy, Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Ggplot2, Tableau Software, Sampling (Statistics), Presentations, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, LinkedIn, Dashboard, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Project Planning, Sprint Planning, Risk Management Framework, Agile Software Development, User Story, Agile Methodology, User Requirements Documents, Functional Requirement, Agile Project Management, Requirements Analysis, Software Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Google Cloud Platform, Generative AI Agents, Google Workspace, Data Access, Cloud Security, Enterprise Architecture, AI Workflows, Data Security, Agentic systems, Application Deployment, Data Integration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months