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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Linux Kernel Programming and Introduction to Yocto Project

    Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Embedded Software, System Software, Linux, Embedded Systems, Linux Administration, Debugging, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, File I/O, Peripheral Devices, Build Tools, Shell Script, Development Environment, Program Development, OS Process Management

    4.7
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Mastering Python Programming: Apply, Analyze, and Build

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Learn & Apply C# Programming with .NET Framework

    Skills you'll gain: jQuery, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, Javascript and jQuery, Programming Principles, Web Development Tools, Data Management, Microsoft Development Tools, Computational Logic

    4.9
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Programming for the Internet of Things Project

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, User Requirements Documents, Functional Specification, Functional Requirement, Systems Design, Requirements Analysis, Test Case, System Requirements, System Design and Implementation, Development Testing, System Testing, Prototyping, Program Development, Software Documentation, Hardware Architecture, Python Programming

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    957 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Dart Programming Fundamentals for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Flutter (Software), Program Development, Other Mobile Programming Languages, Computational Logic

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    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

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Board Infinity

    ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP) and Extensions

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Query Languages, Action Oriented, Data Validation

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Object-Oriented & Generic Programming in C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, File I/O, Data Structures, File Systems, Code Reusability, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, File Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Advanced C# Language Features & Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Secure Coding, Computer Programming, System Design and Implementation, Data Integrity, Code Reusability, Maintainability, Scalability, Programming Principles, Software Documentation, AI Integrations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Java Programming Fundamentals for Spring Boot Development

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Spring Framework, Java, Spring Boot, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, Application Frameworks, Data Structures, Model View Controller, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    YARN MapReduce Architecture and Advanced Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Performance Tuning, Big Data, Software Architecture, Scalability, Program Development, System Configuration, File I/O, Software Design Patterns

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Prompt Engineering with GPT: Programming for Custom Content

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, OpenAI API, Education Software and Technology, Generative AI, AI Integrations, OpenAI, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Machine Learning, Software Engineering

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Linux Kernel Programming and Introduction to Yocto Project: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Mastering Python Programming: Apply, Analyze, and Build: EDUCBA
  • Learn & Apply C# Programming with .NET Framework: EDUCBA
  • Programming for the Internet of Things Project: University of California, Irvine
  • Apply Dart Programming Fundamentals for Beginners: EDUCBA
  • Programming for Python Data Science: Principles to Practice: Duke University
  • ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP) and Extensions: Board Infinity
  • Advanced Object-Oriented & Generic Programming in C++: Packt
  • Advanced C# Language Features & Object-Oriented Programming: Microsoft
  • Java Programming Fundamentals for Spring Boot Development: Board Infinity

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