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Computer Programming Courses

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.


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Object-Oriented Analysis & Design

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unified Modeling Language, Software Design Patterns, Software Testing, Software Engineering, Java, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Application Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Unit Testing, Software Design, Software Architecture, API Design, Model View Controller, Program Development, Software Development, Databases

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Create a Record of Students using Abstraction in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Record Keeping

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Introduction to Test and Behavior Driven Development

    Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Code Coverage, Behavior-Driven Development, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Test Automation, Test Tools, API Testing, Test Case, Test Data, User Story, Mockups, Restful API, Microservices

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    240 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Practical C++: Learn C++ Basics Step by Step

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Development Environment, Computer Programming, Maintainability, Data Structures, Command-Line Interface, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cognición encarnada

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Social Sciences, Psychology, Human Learning, Human Development, Sociology, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Factors, Human Machine Interfaces, Research, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Robotics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Security Tools Specialization

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Record Keeping, Security Testing, Data Management, Threat Management, Records Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Authentications, Data Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, System Testing, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Authorization (Computing), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Active Directory, Data Ethics, AI Security

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI Essentials: A Comprehensive Introduction

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Technical Communication, Critical Thinking

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM Full Stack Software Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud-Native Computing, Istio, Software Architecture, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Cloud Computing Architecture, React Redux, Node.JS, Responsive Web Design, Restful API, Django (Web Framework), Git (Version Control System), Server Side, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cloud Computing, Data Import/Export, Engineering Software

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    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    59K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Peking University

    操作系统与虚拟化安全

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security, Operating Systems, Security Engineering, Infrastructure Security, Network Security, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Security Testing, Threat Modeling, Security Requirements Analysis, Virtualization, Cyber Security Assessment, Virtual Machines, Authorization (Computing), Cryptography, Identity and Access Management

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidades Anáhuac

    AI para docentes: Transforma tu enseñanza con ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Digital pedagogy, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Prompt Engineering, Natural Language Processing, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    709 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Python for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Security Strategy, System Monitoring, Cyber Operations, Threat Management, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Exploitation techniques, Data Persistence, Scripting, Network Monitoring, Persistence, Python Programming, Data Access, Computer Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    543 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    C++ Data Structures in the STL

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, File I/O, Data Store, Data Cleansing, Data Mapping, Data Integrity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Object-Oriented Analysis & Design: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Create a Record of Students using Abstraction in Java: Coursera
  • Introduction to Test and Behavior Driven Development: IBM
  • Practical C++: Learn C++ Basics Step by Step: Packt
  • Cognición encarnada: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Microsoft Azure Security Tools Specialization: Microsoft
  • Generative AI Essentials: A Comprehensive Introduction: Fractal Analytics
  • IBM Full Stack Software Developer: IBM
  • 操作系统与虚拟化安全: Peking University
  • AI para docentes: Transforma tu enseñanza con ChatGPT: Universidades Anáhuac

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