Computer Programming

Computer Programming is the process of creating and executing codes to perform certain actions on a computer. It is the backbone of any software, application, or digital tool. Coursera's computer programming catalogue teaches you the art of coding, debugging, and testing in various popular languages such as Java, Python, C++, and more. You'll learn about data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, and application development. Master the principles of software development, improve your problem-solving skills, and explore the fascinating world of AI, machine learning, and data science. Whether you're a seasoned programmer or an aspiring developer, Coursera's catalogue equips you with the cutting-edge skills needed to excel in this dynamic field.
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  • Status: Free Trial

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Code Review, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Command-Line Interface, Data-oriented programming, Programming Principles, Graph Theory, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Integrated Development Environments, Software Technical Review, Game Design

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    9.5K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Software Development, Software Design, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    3.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Web Applications, GitHub, Web Development, Video Game Development, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), User Interface (UI) Design, Debugging, Generative AI, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Programming, Database Application, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI Agents, Program Development, Web Development Tools, Software Development, Software Engineering

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    224 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Debugging, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Application Programming Interface (API), Responsible AI, Development Environment, Secure Coding, Integrated Development Environments, Generative AI, OpenAI, Google Gemini, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Computer Programming

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Princeton University

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Animations, Simulations, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Mobile Development, Web Applications, ChatGPT, GitHub, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Application Deployment, Web Development, Version Control, Responsive Web Design, Video Game Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Artificial Intelligence, User Interface (UI) Design, Computer Programming, Database Application, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    123 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Installation, Development Environment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    232K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Coursera Project Network

    Skills you'll gain: Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, Game Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Animation and Game Design, Interactive Design, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Science

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Meta

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Data Structures, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Algorithms, Django (Web Framework), Cloud Hosting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, C (Programming Language), Code Review, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Integrated Development Environments, Software Technical Review, Algorithms

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    6.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Debugging, Software Documentation, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    6.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Program Development, Bioinformatics, Data Storage, Development Testing, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis, Programming Principles, File Systems, Computer Programming, Python Programming, C and C++, Java, Rust (Programming Language), Javascript, Software Testing, Debugging

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    17K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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