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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.


Popular Computer Programming Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Getting Started with Linux Terminal

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, File Management, System Configuration, Linux Administration, Package and Software Management, DevOps

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    157 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Open AI for Beginners: Programmatic Prompting

    Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, OpenAI, Prompt Engineering, JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Applications, Generative AI, LLM Application, Data Processing

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Minnesota

    Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Security Testing, Test Automation, Performance Testing, Functional Testing, Test Script Development, Test Tools, Test Execution Engine, Test Planning, Application Security, Mobile Development, Browser Compatibility

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    105 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Meta

    Back-End Developer Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Django (Web Framework), Git (Version Control System), API Testing, Authentications, Server Side, API Design, Application Development, Restful API, Unit Testing, MySQL, User Accounts, Web Applications, Databases

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    174 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Large Language Modeling, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), ChatGPT, Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Probability & Statistics

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    134 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    UiPath

    Data Manipulation in RPA

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Robotic Process Automation, Automation, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Data Structures

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    77 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    A

    Arm

    Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Tensorflow, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    Simplilearn

    Generative AI in Software Engineering Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Generative AI, API Testing, Test Automation, Mockups, Software Development Tools, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Software Testing, AI Security, AI Workflows, Application Security, Maintainability, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Software Architecture, Code Review, Secure Coding, Artificial Intelligence, Debugging

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Foundations of Selenium WebDriver and Java for Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Selenium (Software), Ajax, Java Programming, Test Script Development, Java, Software Testing, Test Automation, Scripting, Web Development Tools, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Automation, Debugging

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Codio

    Select Topics in Python: Packaging

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Virtual Environment, Dependency Analysis, Python Programming, Application Deployment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Blender to Unreal Engine - Become a Dungeon Prop Artist

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Graphical Tools, Animation and Game Design, File Management, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, Content Management, Animations, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Image Quality, Performance Tuning, Simulations

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    CCNA Intermediate – Switching, VLANs & Routing

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Routing Protocols, OSI Models, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Switches, Networking Hardware, Network Administration, Local Area Networks, Network Infrastructure, Network Protocols, System Configuration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Getting Started with Linux Terminal: Coursera
  • Open AI for Beginners: Programmatic Prompting: Coursera
  • Web and Mobile Testing with Selenium: University of Minnesota
  • Back-End Developer Capstone : Meta
  • Introduction to Generative AI: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Manipulation in RPA: UiPath
  • Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm: Arm
  • Generative AI in Software Engineering Certification: Simplilearn
  • Foundations of Selenium WebDriver and Java for Automation: Packt
  • Select Topics in Python: Packaging: Codio

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