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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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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI Python for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Data Literacy, Application Development, Scripting, Programming Principles, Automation, Computer Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Package and Software Management, Data Structures

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Computer Science

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Introduction to TensorFlow for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning

    4.8
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    20K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Closure, Scope Management, Team Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Product Quality (QA/QC), Sprint Retrospectives, Project Management, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Quality Assessment, Quality Assurance, Backlogs, Team Leadership, Project Scoping, Agile Software Development, Stakeholder Communications, Change Management, Web Presence, Interviewing Skills

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
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    145K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Security Awareness, Data Ethics, Data Security, Technical Communication, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM JavaScript Backend Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), OpenShift, Containerization, Istio, Kubernetes, Node.JS, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Restful API, Database Design, Cloud-Native Computing, NoSQL, Git (Version Control System), Javascript, Ajax, Grafana, Azure DevOps, Software Development

    4.6
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Google Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Validation, Ggplot2, R (Software), Sampling (Statistics), Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, LinkedIn, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Literacy, Web Presence, Data Structures, Interviewing Skills

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    182K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Applied Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Data Wrangling, Plot (Graphics), Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Data Science, NumPy, Data Compilation, Data Collection, Machine Learning

    Build toward a degree

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    62K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Data Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, SQL, Plot (Graphics), IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Analysis, Professional Networking, Analytics, Excel Formulas, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Microsoft Excel

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    99K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Atlassian

    Agile with Atlassian Jira

    Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Agile Methodology, Scrum (Software Development), Kanban Principles, Agile Software Development, Agile Project Management, Lean Methodologies, Backlogs, Agile Product Development, Project Management Software, Sprint Planning, User Story, Workflow Management, Project Management, Issue Tracking, Configuration Management, Query Languages, Software Versioning, Continuous Improvement Process, User Accounts

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux Commands, Linux, SQL, Linux Administration, File Management, Unix Shell, Query Languages, Database Management, Command-Line Interface, Databases, Relational Databases, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, User Accounts

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Web Scraping, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Jupyter, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, R (Software), Statistics, Data Science, Database Management, Relational Databases, R Programming, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, NumPy

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    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • AI Python for Beginners: DeepLearning.AI
  • Introduction to Basic Game Development using Scratch: Coursera
  • Introduction to TensorFlow for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
  • Google Project Management: Google
  • Put It to Work: Prepare for Cybersecurity Jobs: Google
  • IBM JavaScript Backend Developer: IBM
  • Google Data Analytics: Google
  • Applied Data Science: IBM
  • IBM Data Analyst: IBM
  • Agile with Atlassian Jira: Atlassian

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