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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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    University of Virginia

    Hypothesis-Driven Development

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Continuous Delivery, Product Testing, Agile Product Development, Continuous Deployment, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, User Research, Product Development, Lean Methodologies, Innovation

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University at Buffalo

    Smart Contracts

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Program Development, Cryptographic Protocols, Development Environment, Web Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Solution Design, Business Logic, Event-Driven Programming, Application Deployment, Transaction Processing, Development Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Hadoop Platform and Application Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Analysis, Apache Spark, Data Science, PySpark, File Systems, Analytics, Data Processing, Software Architecture, Distributed Computing, Data Architecture, Performance Tuning, Data Storage, System Configuration, Python Programming

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Extended Reality for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Storyboarding, Virtual Reality, Unreal Engine, Interactive Design, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, 3D Assets, Virtual Environment, User Experience, Experience Design, Prototyping, Unity Engine, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Visual Storytelling, Design, Disabilities, Emerging Technologies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Django Web Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Code Reusability, Web Development, Web Servers, Secure Coding, Web Applications, Data Modeling, Maintainability, MySQL, Database Design, Application Security, Model View Controller, Application Frameworks, Database Management, Databases, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Design Patterns, Data Migration

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Introduction to Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Software, Database Management Systems, SQL, Database Theory, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, MySQL, Database Administration, Data Integrity, Query Languages, Data Manipulation

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrum.org

    Professional Scrum Product Ownership

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Backlogs, User Feedback, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Agile Product Development, Scrum (Software Development), Collaboration, Sprint Planning, Product Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Agile Software Development, Product Improvement, Agile Methodology, Product Strategy, Prioritization, Negotiation, Value Propositions, Adaptability, Customer Insights

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Madecraft

    JavaScript Basics for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Web Applications, Web Development, Javascript, Test Script Development, Package and Software Management, Open Source Technology, Programming Principles, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Development Testing, Development Environment, Algorithms, GitHub, Software Development, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Learning Angular: Build Production-Ready Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Frontend Performance, React Native, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, React.js, Javascript, Web Development, Performance Tuning, Frontend Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, User Interface (UI), Unit Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Database Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Development, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Database Software, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Oracle Databases, SQL, Query Languages, Data Integrity, Diagram Design, PostgreSQL

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Intro to Operating Systems 1: Virtualization

    Skills you'll gain: OS Process Management, Operating Systems, C (Programming Language), Memory Management, System Programming, Virtualization, System Software, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, C and C++, Programming Principles, Application Programming Interface (API)

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    API Design and Fundamentals of Google Cloud's Apigee API Platform

    Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, Restful API, API Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Application Lifecycle Management, Proxy Servers, Software Documentation, Application Development, Enterprise Architecture, Development Environment, Application Deployment, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Hypothesis-Driven Development: University of Virginia
  • Smart Contracts: University at Buffalo
  • Hadoop Platform and Application Framework: University of California San Diego
  • Extended Reality for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • Django Web Framework: Meta
  • Introduction to Databases: Meta
  • Professional Scrum Product Ownership: Scrum.org
  • JavaScript Basics for Beginners: Madecraft
  • Learning Angular: Build Production-Ready Apps: Packt
  • Database Management Essentials: University of Colorado System

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