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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


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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Parallel programming (Scala 2 version)

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Functional Design, Machine Learning Algorithms, Performance Testing, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Glasgow

    Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Data Visualization, Model Optimization, Scientific Visualization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Mathematical Software, Data Literacy, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Software Design, Programming Principles, Software Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    R Programming for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, R (Software), Data Science, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Machine Learning, Plot (Graphics), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Software Development, Computer Programming Tools, Data Import/Export, Machine Learning Algorithms

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Industrial Optimization: Models & Linear Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Operational Analysis, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Algorithms, Model Optimization

    Build toward a degree

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Basic System Programming on IBM Z

    Skills you'll gain: Job Control Language (JCL), z/OS, Unix, IBM DB2, Database Management Systems, Mainframe Computing, Unix Shell, Operating System Administration, System Programming, Operating Systems, Unix Commands, System Software, Mainframe Technologies, Data Management, Data Storage Technologies, File Systems, Data Storage, System Configuration, File Management, Transaction Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to R Programming and Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Ggplot2, R (Software), Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Reporting, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Data Transformation, Code Reusability, Software Installation, Programming Principles, Aesthetics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Foundations of Micro850 PLC Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Data Structures, Diagram Design, Data Store, Dataflow, Functional Design, Program Development, Data Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to C++ Programming and Unreal

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, Computer Programming, Program Development, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, 3D Assets, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Code Reusability, Data Storage, Scripting

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Arduino OOP—Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Embedded Software, Code Reusability, Hardware Troubleshooting, Program Development, Maintainability, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Advanced Python: Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Application Design, Application Development, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Development, Scripting, Virtual Machines, Scripting Languages

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    BiteSize Python: Object Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Software Design, Code Reusability, Usability, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Parallel programming (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Fundamental MATLAB Programming for AI: University of Glasgow
  • Object-Oriented Programming with Java: Universidad de Palermo
  • R Programming for Data Science: Logical Operations
  • Industrial Optimization: Models & Linear Programming: Northeastern University
  • Basic System Programming on IBM Z: IBM
  • Introduction to R Programming and Tidyverse: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Foundations of Micro850 PLC Programming: Packt
  • Introduction to C++ Programming and Unreal: University of Colorado System
  • Arduino OOP—Object-Oriented Programming: Packt

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