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    • É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Planning & Design of Sanitation Systems and Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Sanitation, Public Works, Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Water Resources, Community Development, Systems Engineering, Environment and Resource Management, Community Health, Data Collection

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      B

      Board Infinity

      Frontend for Java Full Stack Development

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Web Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Maintainability, UI Components

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      83 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Practical Introduction to the Command Line

      Skills you'll gain: Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), File Management, Shell Script, Linux Commands

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      379 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      A

      Amazon Web Services

      AWS Generative AI Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Data Ethics, AWS SageMaker, Amazon Web Services, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Solution Architecture, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Development, Public Cloud, Data Governance, Large Language Modeling, API Design, Cost Management, Information Privacy, Business Ethics

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Introduction to Robotics with Webots

      Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Data Mapping, Artificial Intelligence, Control Systems, Automation, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanics, Real-Time Operating Systems, Simulations, Computer Vision, Engineering, Global Positioning Systems, Image Analysis, Data Structures, Linear Algebra, Estimation

      Build toward a degree

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      V

      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT & Zapier: Agentic AI for Everyone

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, AI Personalization, Expense Management, OpenAI, Expense Reports, Workflow Management, Google Workspace, Business Process Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Google Sheets, Automation, Travel Arrangements, Application Programming Interface (API), Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      72 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      Data Engineering Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, IBM DB2, IBM Cognos Analytics, Big Data, Databases, PostgreSQL, Data Infrastructure, Data Architecture, Data Pipelines, Applied Machine Learning, MongoDB, MySQL, Data Analysis, Dashboard, Predictive Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      124 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

      Network Analysis in Systems Biology

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Unsupervised Learning, Network Analysis, Data Analysis, Molecular Biology, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Biology, Data Processing, Data Integration, R Programming, Unix Commands

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      200 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • T

      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Developing Android Apps with App Inventor

      Skills you'll gain: Android Development, User Interface (UI), User Interface (UI) Design, Mobile Development, Interactive Design, Application Development, Data Storage, Game Design, Program Development, Geographic Information Systems, Global Positioning Systems, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, File Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      495 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      LearnQuest

      Swift 5 iOS Application Developer

      Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Apple iOS, JSON, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, iOS Development, Responsive Web Design, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Programming Principles, Transaction Processing, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Application Programming Interface (API), Software As A Service, Data Storage, Data Modeling, Data Storage Technologies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      910 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Building R Packages

      Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, GitHub, Version Control, Rmarkdown, Software Documentation, Maintainability, Testability, R Programming, Knitr, Continuous Integration, Git (Version Control System), Technical Documentation

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      223 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • T

      The State University of New York

      Big Data, Genes, and Medicine

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Big Data, Analytics, Health Informatics, Medical Science and Research, Data Processing, R Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Molecular Biology, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      284 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Planning & Design of Sanitation Systems and Technologies: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Frontend for Java Full Stack Development: Board Infinity
    • Practical Introduction to the Command Line: Coursera Project Network
    • AWS Generative AI Applications: Amazon Web Services
    • Introduction to Robotics with Webots: University of Colorado Boulder
    • ChatGPT & Zapier: Agentic AI for Everyone: Vanderbilt University
    • Data Engineering Capstone Project: IBM
    • Network Analysis in Systems Biology: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
    • Developing Android Apps with App Inventor: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Swift 5 iOS Application Developer: LearnQuest

    Frequently Asked Questions about Programming

    Programming courses on Coursera provide learners with essential skills that are fundamental to various computing tasks and technology careers, including:

    • Understanding basic to advanced concepts of programming languages such as Python, Java, and C++
    • Writing clean, efficient, and error-free code
    • Developing algorithms to solve problems and perform data analysis
    • Applying object-oriented programming (OOP) principles to organize software design
    • Using version control systems like Git to manage code changes
    • Developing web and mobile applications
    • Implementing security best practices in software development‎

    Coursera's programming courses are designed to meet learners at their point of need, regardless of their prior experience:

    • Beginners: No prior experience is necessary. Introductory courses start with the basics of programming and build foundational skills.
    • Intermediate Learners: Some understanding of basic programming concepts is helpful. Courses focus on more complex aspects of programming and software development.
    • Advanced Learners: For those with solid programming experience, advanced courses explore specialized areas like software engineering, advanced data structures, and complex algorithmic challenges. ‎

    Participating in programming courses on Coursera can lead to a variety of credentials that can highlight your skills and development:

    • Certificates of Completion: You can earn a certificate for each programming course completed, which can showcase your proficiency in specific programming languages or technologies.
    • Professional Certificates: These certificates are intended to prepare you for specific technology roles by combining coursework that builds a comprehensive skill set.
    • Specializations: These are focused on particular areas of programming and are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and practical skills that can be beneficial in the tech industry. ‎

    Mastering programming opens up a wide array of career opportunities across multiple industries, including:

    • Software Developer: Building and maintaining software systems.
    • Web Developer: Creating and optimizing websites and web applications.
    • Mobile App Developer: Designing applications for iOS and Android devices.
    • Systems Engineer: Ensuring that complex, multi-part systems function properly together.
    • Data Analyst: Analyzing data to help companies make informed decisions.
    • DevOps Engineer: Bridging the gap between development and operations in software production.‎

    Looking to enhance your team's programming skills? Coursera provides tailored enterprise solutions for teams ranging of 5-125 employees. Our offerings include advanced analytics, customized learning paths, and collaborative tools. To explore our programming training options and make a purchase, please visit our Coursera for Teams page.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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