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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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    IBM

    Application Security for Developers and DevOps Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Application Security, Security Testing, DevSecOps, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Scanning, Continuous Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Performance Management, System Monitoring, Vulnerability Management, Development Environment, Security Controls, DevOps, Data Security, Software Development Life Cycle

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Intermediate PostgreSQL

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, PostgreSQL, SQL, Database Management, Database Design, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing, Performance Tuning, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Data Engineering and Spark Foundations for AI and ML

    Skills you'll gain: Databricks, PySpark, Apache Spark, Data Lakes, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Distributed Computing, Data Architecture, JSON, Data Import/Export, Applied Machine Learning, Data Management, Data Entry, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Collection, SQL, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Finetuning Large Language Models

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Large Language Modeling, Model Training, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Optimization, Transfer Learning, Data Preprocessing

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    627 reviews

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Get Started with Cloud Native, DevOps, Agile, and NoSQL

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, NoSQL, MongoDB, Agile Methodology, Cloud Development, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Cloud Applications, DevOps, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Development Methodologies, CI/CD, Behavior-Driven Development, Continuous Integration, Continuous Delivery, Application Development, Cloud Deployment, Continuous Deployment, User Story

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Software Engineering: Software Design and Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Quality Assurance, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Software Design, Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Systems Analysis, Object Oriented Design, Systems Design, Project Management, Project Planning, Systems Architecture, Unified Modeling Language, Diagram Design

    4.6
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    220 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Simplilearn

    AI-Powered Software Development Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, AI Security, GitHub Copilot, Generative AI, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Requirements Analysis, Responsible AI, Test Tools, Software Testing, ChatGPT, Risk Analysis, Sprint Planning, Software Development Tools, Software Development Life Cycle, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Automation, Software Documentation, Artificial Intelligence, Software Architecture

    4.3
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    67 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security and Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Network Security, Exploitation techniques, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cyber Security Assessment, Unix, Cyber Operations, Computer Security, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cryptographic Protocols, Network Protocols, Cryptography, Security Awareness, Generative AI Agents, Server Side, Web Applications, Machine Learning Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Quantum Computing with Qiskit and Advanced Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Algorithms, Computer Hardware, IBM Cloud, Cryptography, Python Programming, Mathematical Software, Emerging Technologies, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Logic, Simulations

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v.12

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Vulnerability Assessments, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Mobile Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Brute-force attacks, Network Security, Cryptography, Threat Management, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Cloud Security

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Data Analysis and Visualization with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Plotly, Data Ethics, Plot (Graphics), Generative Model Architectures, Scientific Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Data Quality, Exploratory Data Analysis, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Manipulation, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Machine Learning

    4.3
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    INSEAD

    Blockchain, Cryptoassets, and Decentralized Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Agentic systems, Financial Inclusion, Business Modeling, Financial Systems, Payment Systems, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation, Distributed Computing, Transaction Processing, Cryptographic Protocols, Identity and Access Management, Contract Management, Cost Reduction

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Application Security for Developers and DevOps Professionals: IBM
  • Intermediate PostgreSQL: University of Michigan
  • Data Engineering and Spark Foundations for AI and ML: Edureka
  • Finetuning Large Language Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • Get Started with Cloud Native, DevOps, Agile, and NoSQL: IBM
  • Software Engineering: Software Design and Project Management: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • AI-Powered Software Development Certification: Simplilearn
  • Security and Ethical Hacking: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Quantum Computing with Qiskit and Advanced Algorithms: Packt
  • Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) v.12: Packt

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