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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.


Popular Computer Programming Courses and Certifications


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    LearnQuest

    Linux Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, Ubuntu, Linux Administration, File Management, Command-Line Interface, Servers, Operating Systems, Web Servers, IT Automation, MySQL, Open Source Technology, Service Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    955 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Product Management: Foundations & Stakeholder Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Product Management, New Product Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Competitive Analysis, Product Planning, Product Strategy, Business Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Market Analysis, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Team Building, Leadership

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    359 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Columbia University

    Construction Management

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Construction Management, Construction Estimating, Project Finance, Cost Estimation, Punch Work, Construction, Project Risk Management, Bidding, Building Information Modeling, Scheduling, Cost Control, Environment Health And Safety, Project Closure, Lean Methodologies, Timelines, Real Estate, Finance, Business Transformation, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Emerging Technologies, Human Computer Interaction

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    481 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Computing Applications, Part 1: Cloud Systems and Infrastructure

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Storage, Middleware, Containerization, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Cloud Applications, Amazon S3, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Scalability

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    846 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Manejo de bases de datos con Python

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Management, Database Design, SQL, Databases, Data Persistence, Query Languages, Data Integrity, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Computer Programming

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    184 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Advanced Embedded Linux Development

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, System Programming, Agile Software Development, Linux, Software Testing, Development Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Git (Version Control System), Docker (Software), Containerization, File Systems, Shell Script, Debugging, Operating Systems, Internet Of Things, Peripheral Devices, Electrical Engineering

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    169 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Capstone: Retrieving, Processing, and Visualizing Data with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Web Scraping, Email Automation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    14K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (1): Models and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Applied Mathematics, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Modeling, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Resource Allocation, Business Analytics, Inventory Management System, Case Studies, Microsoft Excel, Scheduling, Linear Algebra, Decision Making, Portfolio Management, Algorithms

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    578 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Cyber Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Hunting, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Management, Digital Forensics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    178 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Learn JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Video Game Development, Web Applications, Data Persistence, Scripting, Computer Programming, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Evaluate Vision Errors: Identify Failure Patterns

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Analysis, Debugging, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Data Visualization, Quality Assurance, Statistical Reporting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Linux Fundamentals: LearnQuest
  • Product Management: Foundations & Stakeholder Collaboration: SkillUp
  • Construction Management: Columbia University
  • Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Cloud Computing Applications, Part 1: Cloud Systems and Infrastructure: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Manejo de bases de datos con Python: Universidad Austral
  • Advanced Embedded Linux Development: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Capstone: Retrieving, Processing, and Visualizing Data with Python: University of Michigan
  • Operations Research (1): Models and Applications: National Taiwan University
  • Cyber Incident Response: Infosec

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