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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


  • F

    Fundação Lemann

    Aprenda a ensinar programação com o Programaê!

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Learning Management Systems, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, User Accounts

    4.7 stars, 125 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (125) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Matrix Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, Linear Algebra, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Algorithms, Python Programming

    4.1 stars, 249 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (249) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Automated Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Regression Testing, Software Testing, Software Development Tools, Test Tools, Computer Programming Tools, White-Box Testing, Code Coverage, Security Testing, Verification And Validation, Test Case, Test Data, Automation, Functional Requirement, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Monitoring

    4.2 stars, 87 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (87) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Engineering Maintainable Android Apps

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Software Testing, Test Automation, Integration Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Development Testing, Testability, Software Engineering, Test Tools, Secure Coding, Android Development, Application Security, Software Design, Mobile Security

    4.5 stars, 297 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Credential Access, discovery, lateral movement & collection

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Penetration Testing, Cyber Threat Hunting, Cyber Attacks, Python Programming, Data Access, Authentications, Scripting, Network Protocols, Remote Access Systems, User Accounts

    4.8 stars, 69 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (69) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Meta

    Working with Data

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, SQL, React Native, Database Management, Databases, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Relational Databases, Data Persistence, Mobile Development, Data Storage Technologies, Data Management, Application Development, Authentications

    4.7 stars, 69 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (69) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Moneyball and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Analytics, People Analytics, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Business Metrics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Descriptive Analytics, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Python Programming, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation

    4.5 stars, 53 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (53) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Machine Learning Algorithms with Python in Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Business Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Decision Tree Learning

    4.6 stars, 42 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (42) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development 3: 3D Shooter

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Unity Engine, 3D Assets, Prototyping, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Computer Graphics, Multimedia, Programming Principles, Development Testing

    4.8 stars, 68 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (68) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Working with BigQuery

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Reporting, Data Visualization, Big Data, SQL, Interactive Data Visualization, Query Languages, Data Import/Export, Google Cloud Platform, Data Warehousing, Data Sharing, Analytics

    4.3 stars, 276 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.3 (276) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Developing Data Models with LookML

    Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Data Modeling, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Performance Tuning, Business Intelligence Software, SQL, Data Analysis, Data Persistence

    4.7 stars, 72 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (72) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Chat with Your Data: Generative AI-Powered SQL Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Generative AI, AI literacy, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Prompt Patterns, Data Analysis, Debugging, Exploratory Data Analysis, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Databases, Context Engineering, Data Validation, Code Reusability

    4.8 stars, 85 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (85) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular programming courses

  • Aprenda a ensinar programação com o Programaê!: Fundação Lemann
  • Matrix Methods: University of Minnesota
  • Introduction to Automated Analysis: University of Minnesota
  • Engineering Maintainable Android Apps: Vanderbilt University
  • Credential Access, discovery, lateral movement & collection: Infosec
  • Working with Data: Meta
  • Moneyball and Beyond: University of Michigan
  • Machine Learning Algorithms with Python in Business Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Game Design and Development 3: 3D Shooter: Michigan State University
  • Working with BigQuery: Coursera

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