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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


  • P

    Packt

    Python Basics and Core Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Development Environment, Data Management, Integrated Development Environments, Software Installation, Style Guides

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Go for Cloud and Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Development, Prometheus (Software), Grafana, Program Development, Software Architecture

    3 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    NVIDIA: Fundamentals of NLP and Transformers

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Token Optimization, Embeddings, Generative Model Architectures, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Unstructured Data, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation

    4.4 stars, 10 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1a

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage, Computer Systems, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Memory Management

    4.7 stars, 95 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (95) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Advanced Kubernetes

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), CI/CD, Application Deployment, Network Troubleshooting, DevOps, Performance Tuning, Scalability, Continuous Integration, Containerization, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Deployment, Prometheus (Software), Package and Software Management, Authorization (Computing), Network Security, Network Performance Management, Identity and Access Management, Network Routing, Cyber Security Policies

    3.8 stars, 31 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.8 (31) · Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Intermediate Backend Development with FastAPI

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, OAuth, Back-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Database Management, Object-Relational Mapping, Databases, Authorization (Computing), Redis, Secure Coding, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Data Modeling, API Design, Email Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Complete Git Guide: Understand and Master Git and GitHub

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Open Source Technology, Bash (Scripting Language), Unix Shell, Collaborative Software, Software Installation, Unix Commands, Microsoft Visual Studio, Software Versioning, Linux Commands, Linux, File Systems, Mac OS, Web Development Tools, Shell Script, File Management, Application Deployment, React.js

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    AI for Decision Makers

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Technical Management, AI Product Strategy, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Project Management, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Regulation and Legal Compliance, AI Integrations, Decision Making, Generative AI, Case Studies, Mitigation

    4.5 stars, 25 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Microsoft

    Performance Optimization and Scalability

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Scalability, Software Architecture, Performance Tuning, Query Languages, Systems Architecture, Database Management, Distributed Computing, .NET Framework, Maintainability, Back-End Web Development, Memory Management

    4.6 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Exploratory Data Analysis With Python and Pandas

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Matplotlib, Seaborn, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Data Wrangling, Python Programming

    4.5 stars, 448 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (448) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    Infosec

    Introduction to Python for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Cyber Operations, Exploitation techniques, IT Automation, Scripting, Python Programming, Scripting Languages

    4.5 stars, 434 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (434) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Unreal Engine Game World & Environment Design

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques

    4.8 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (15) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computer programming courses

  • Python Basics and Core Concepts: Packt
  • Go for Cloud and Networks: Edureka
  • NVIDIA: Fundamentals of NLP and Transformers: Whizlabs
  • Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1a: Illinois Tech
  • Advanced Kubernetes: LearnQuest
  • Intermediate Backend Development with FastAPI: Packt
  • Complete Git Guide: Understand and Master Git and GitHub: Packt
  • AI for Decision Makers: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Performance Optimization and Scalability: Microsoft
  • Exploratory Data Analysis With Python and Pandas: Coursera

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