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.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Data Manipulation, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Data Structures, Python Programming, Data Analysis Software, NumPy, Virtual Environment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Generative AI, Model Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Prompt Engineering, Deep Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cloud Deployment, Model Evaluation, Continuous Monitoring, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Surveys, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Demography, Public Administration, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, JSON, Application Deployment, Data Structures, Javascript, Application Development, Analytics, HTML and CSS, Data Analysis, Code Review, Software Development, Data Visualization Software, Web Development, Web Applications, Scripting, Prototyping, Data Processing, Programming Principles, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Programming
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Web Development Tools, Debugging, Javascript, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Authentications, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Cloud Computing, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Human Factors (Security), Software As A Service
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Figma (Design Software), UI/UX Strategy, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Interactive Design, User Experience Design, Mobile Development, Style Guides, Web Development, Animations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Computer Architecture, Operating Systems, Software Installation, Peripheral Devices, Computer Displays
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Extract, Transform, Load, Dataflow, Data Processing, Scripting, Google Cloud Platform, Big Data, Scripting Languages, Data Migration, Cloud Storage
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Automation, Robotics, Emerging Technologies, Health Care, Medical Devices, Information Privacy, Safety Assurance
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, Stored Procedure, Database Design, Database Systems, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Development, Database Administration, Query Languages, Data Management, Data Integrity, Data Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: JSON, Data Structures, Analytics, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Scripting, Javascript, Data Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Data Modeling, Machine Learning, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Algorithms, Software Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks