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.

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Technical Communication, Distributed Computing, Digital Transformation, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Telecommuting, Cloud Storage, Automation, Data Access, Data Analysis, Data Science, Amazon Web Services, SQL, Databases
★ 4.3 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Gemini, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Generative AI Agents, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Patterns, Cloud Deployment, Model Optimization, Application Deployment, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Python Programming, Software Development Tools, Cloud Platforms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: z/OS, Package and Software Management, Mainframe Computing, Mainframe Technologies, Job Control Language (JCL), Patch Management, Software Configuration Management, Software Installation, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Enterprise Application Management, System Software, Configuration Management, System Programming, System Configuration, Problem Management, Debugging, Change Control, Dependency Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Howard University
Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Regression Analysis, Data Manipulation, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Science, Python Programming, Data Preprocessing, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra, Predictive Analytics, Model Training, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation
★ 4.4 (8) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visual Studio, Python Programming, Software Installation, Program Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, System Configuration
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Box Plots, Scatter Plots, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Histogram, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization Software, R (Software), R Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Data Science
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Cross Platform Development, Mobile Development, Web Design and Development, iOS Development, Development Environment
★ 4.5 (26) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, LLM Application, Agentic systems, AI Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Agentic Workflows, Discussion Facilitation, Regulatory Requirements, Regulatory Compliance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, SAS (Software), Analytics, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Scientific Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Data Preprocessing, Statistical Visualization, E-Commerce, Business Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computer Graphics, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Graphing, Layout Design, Data Visualization, Python Programming
★ 4.4 (22) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), ASP.NET, Integration Testing, Object-Relational Mapping, API Design, Identity and Access Management, Enterprise Architecture, Distributed Computing, Authorization (Computing), Database Development, Database Management, Dependency Analysis, Data Validation, Transaction Processing
★ 4.5 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, Token Optimization, LLM Application, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, OpenAI, Anthropic Claude, Large Language Modeling, Authentications, Generative AI, Code Review, Maintainability, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Command-Line Interface, Application Programming Interface (API), Software Documentation, Key Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Language, Browser Compatibility, Web Development, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development Tools, Web Content, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments
★ 4.8 (32) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours