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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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    SAS

    SAS Macro Language

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, SAS (Software), Business, Statistical Programming, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Code Reusability, Software Documentation, Computational Logic

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    151 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Database Essentials and Vulnerabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Database Administration, Database Management Systems, Databases, Database Application, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Security, User Accounts, User Provisioning, SQL, Database Design, Vulnerability Management, Application Security, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, NoSQL, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arm

    Armv8-M Architecture Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Memory Management, System Programming, Embedded Software, Hardware Architecture, Embedded Systems, Computer Architecture, Programming Principles, System Configuration, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Systems Design, Microarchitecture, System Design and Implementation, Technical Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Digital Design, Hardware Architecture, Design Software, Computer Hardware, Simulations

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    860 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Scripting, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Programming Principles

    4.5
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    110 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Fundamentos de Android

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android (Operating System), Android Development, Mockups, Mobile Development, Mobile Development Tools, Software Design, Software Design Patterns, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Design, Prototyping, UI Components, Development Environment, GitHub, Configuration Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    683 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    IoT Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Security Controls, Wireless Networks, Network Protocols, Infrastructure Security, Emerging Technologies, Data Science, Embedded Systems, Network Infrastructure, General Networking, Network Planning And Design, Amazon Web Services, Middleware, Communication Systems, Health Technology, Cloud Platforms, Digital Communications, Hardware Architecture, Computing Platforms

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Go Beyond the Numbers: Translate Data into Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Tableau Software, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Data Wrangling, Technical Communication, Data Science, Data Quality, Data Validation, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    922 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Audit Working Papers, Change Control, Internal Auditing, Systems Development, Auditors Report, Risk Management, Risk Control, FinTech, Change Management, Risk Mitigation, Emerging Technologies, Development Environment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking the Network

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Exploitation techniques, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cryptographic Protocols, Remote Access Systems, Network Protocols, Encryption, General Networking, Command-Line Interface, Network Analysis, Proxy Servers

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Java Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Software Documentation, Java Programming, Java, Technical Documentation, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Computer Science

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Introduction to Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, Memory Management, C (Programming Language), File Management, Virtualization, Computer Programming Tools, Data Integrity, Debugging, File I/O, System Software, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, System Programming, Systems Design, Data Maintenance, Data Storage Technologies, Performance Tuning, Distributed Computing, C and C++

    4.6
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    322 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • SAS Macro Language: SAS
  • Database Essentials and Vulnerabilities: IBM
  • Armv8-M Architecture Fundamentals: Arm
  • Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Introduction to JavaScript: Coursera
  • Fundamentos de Android: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • IoT Devices: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Go Beyond the Numbers: Translate Data into Insights: Google
  • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Security & Ethical Hacking: Attacking the Network: University of Colorado Boulder

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