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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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    Codio

    C++: Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), C and C++, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Theoretical Computer Science

    4.1
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Learn Automation Testing with Java and Selenium Webdriver

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Eclipse (Software), Java, Java Programming, JUnit, HTML and CSS, Object Oriented Design, Test Automation, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Software Testing, Test Script Development, Integrated Development Environments, Web Design and Development, Test Data, Test Tools, Browser Compatibility, Computer Programming, Web Development, Programming Principles

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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM COBOL Core

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Debugging, Program Development, Programming Principles, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computer Programming, Maintainability, Business Logic

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    Visual Perception for Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Robotics, Model Training, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Linear Algebra

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    587 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Javascript and Ajax: Building Web Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Ajax, JSON, Web Applications, Web Development, Scripting Languages, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Frontend Integration, Programming Principles, Context Management, Network Protocols

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Computing Concepts: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, File Systems, Cloud Computing, Dataflow, Transaction Processing, Computer Security, Data Centers, Cyber Security Policies, Authorization (Computing), Apache Hadoop, Data Store, Database Theory, Cloud Security, Authentications, NoSQL, Algorithms, Data Integrity, Encryption, File Management, Graph Theory

    4.5
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    323 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    ARM Cortex (STM32) Fundamentals: Building Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Programming Principles, Memory Management, Hardware Architecture, Computational Logic, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, Peripheral Devices

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Introduction to Data, Signal, and Image Analysis with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning Methods, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Digital Signal Processing, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Mathematical Software, Classification Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    235 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    New York Institute of Finance

    Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Financial Trading, Deep Learning, Portfolio Management, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Training, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Software, Applied Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Markov Model, Securities Trading, Model Deployment, Risk Management

    3.4
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Python for Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Seaborn, Analytics, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, Predictive Modeling, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Regression Analysis

    4.6
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Back-End

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Diagram Design, C# (Programming Language), Code Reusability, Version Control, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Computational Logic, Microsoft Copilot

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    128 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis, Text Mining

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    220 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • C++: Data Structures and Algorithms: Codio
  • Learn Automation Testing with Java and Selenium Webdriver: Packt
  • IBM COBOL Core: IBM
  • Visual Perception for Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Introduction to Javascript and Ajax: Building Web Apps: Johns Hopkins University
  • Cloud Computing Concepts: Part 2: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • ARM Cortex (STM32) Fundamentals: Building Embedded Systems: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Data, Signal, and Image Analysis with MATLAB: Vanderbilt University
  • Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies: New York Institute of Finance
  • Python for Data Analytics: DeepLearning.AI

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