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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Advanced C++ Programming and Modern Practices

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Performance Tuning, Application Design, Technical Documentation, Application Development, Memory Management, Data Structures, Generative AI, Algorithms, Scalability

    ★ 4.9 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Unity Shader Programming: Create & Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, Performance Tuning, Image Quality

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Java Programming: Java Fundamental Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Integrated Development Environments, Mobile Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures

    ★ 4.4 (180) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    Intermediate Ruby Programming and Control Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Debugging, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Basic Cryptography and Programming with Crypto API

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Encryption, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Cryptographic Protocols, Application Security, Key Management, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Secure Coding, Web Development, Email Security, PHP (Scripting Language), Authentications, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Data Integrity, Algorithms, Command-Line Interface

    ★ 4.5 (101) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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  • M

    Microsoft

    GUI Development and AI-Enhanced Programming

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Event-Driven Programming, .NET Framework, Application Deployment, Development Testing, Debugging, Software Testing, ASP.NET, Application Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, File I/O, User Interface (UI), Postman API Platform, UI Components, Application Frameworks, Application Programming Interface (API), API Testing, Application Design, AI Integrations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Programming APIs with C# and .NET

    Skills you'll gain: GraphQL, API Design, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), ASP.NET, Authentications, Data Validation, .NET Framework, Authorization (Computing), C# (Programming Language), Serverless Computing, Software Documentation, Cloud Deployment, Microsoft Azure, Software Architecture, Application Deployment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Linux, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Network Protocols, User Requirements Documents, Functional Specification, Electronic Components, Functional Requirement, OSI Models, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Python Programming

    ★ 4.7 (20K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Rust Programming and AutoGPT Development

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, OpenAI API, AI Orchestration, Agentic Workflows, AI Integrations, Command-Line Interface, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, API Testing, Rust (Programming Language), Key Management, AI Security, Software Technical Review

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Programming for Python Data Science: Principles to Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), NumPy, Data Cleansing, Data Structures, Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Debugging, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Simulations, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis

    ★ 4 (109) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    Logical Operations

    Programming and Data Wrangling with VBA and Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, File I/O, Data Wrangling, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Manipulation, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Spreadsheet Software, Automation, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Data Science, Query Languages, File Management, Debugging, Performance Improvement, Computer Programming

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Programming Mobile Applications for Android Handheld Systems: Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Mobile Development, Android Studio, Android (Operating System), Application Development, User Interface (UI), Application Design, UI Components, Java, Development Environment, Authorization (Computing), Application Lifecycle Management

    ★ 4.5 (686) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Advanced C++ Programming and Modern Practices: Microsoft
  • Unity Shader Programming: Create & Optimize: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to Java Programming: Java Fundamental Concepts: Coursera
  • Intermediate Ruby Programming and Control Structures: Packt
  • Basic Cryptography and Programming with Crypto API: University of Colorado System
  • GUI Development and AI-Enhanced Programming: Microsoft
  • Programming APIs with C# and .NET: Packt
  • An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT): University of California, Irvine
  • Advanced Rust Programming and AutoGPT Development: Packt
  • Programming for Python Data Science: Principles to Practice: Duke University

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