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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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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Go and C++: Programming in Two Successor Languages of C

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Go (Programming Language), File I/O, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Software Design Patterns, Debugging, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Unit Testing, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Program Development, Software Design, Graph Theory, Software Testing, Code Reusability, Memory Management, C and C++

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Big Ideas in Programming: Expressing Yourself with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Data Visualization, Computational Thinking, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Ruby Programming and Object-Oriented Design

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Test Tools, Application Design, Test Case, Software Documentation, Code Reusability, Technical Documentation, Package and Software Management

    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Linux, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Network Protocols, User Requirements Documents, Functional Specification, Electronic Components, Functional Requirement, OSI Models, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Edureka

    Advanced Data Handling and Reactive Programming Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Frontend Performance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    R Programming for Statistics and Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: R (Software), R Programming, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Plot (Graphics), Ggplot2, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistical Visualization, Data Science, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Data-oriented programming, Regression Analysis, Data Structures, Data Wrangling, Statistical Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Programming Mobile Applications for Android Handheld Systems: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Android (Operating System), Android Development, Mobile Development, Data Management, User Interface (UI), Human Computer Interaction, Event-Driven Programming, Network Model, Geographic Information Systems, Interactive Design, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Storage, Animations, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics

    4.7
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Deep Dive iOS 16 Swift - SwiftUI Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Apple Xcode, UI Components, User Interface (UI), iOS Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Apple iOS, Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Swift Programming, Software Design, Responsive Web Design, Application Design, Animations, Application Development, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Design, Integrated Development Environments, Interactive Data Visualization, Code Reusability, Model View Controller

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Introduction to Programming with C#12 and .NET8

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Application Frameworks, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Microsoft Development Tools, Computational Logic, Data Structures

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Java Programming Fundamentals and Modern Features

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, Application Development, UI Components, Program Development, User Interface (UI), Maintainability, Computational Logic

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Modern OpenGL for Real-Time Graphics Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Computer Graphics, Graphics Software, Cross Platform Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, Video Game Development, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Build Tools, Software Installation, System Configuration

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

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    University of California, Irvine

    The Raspberry Pi Platform and Python Programming for the Raspberry Pi

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Integrated Development Environments, File Systems, Internet Of Things, Command-Line Interface, Development Environment, System Configuration, Embedded Systems, Computing Platforms, Python Programming, OS Process Management, User Interface (UI), Computer Hardware, File Management, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

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

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

  • Go and C++: Programming in Two Successor Languages of C: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Big Ideas in Programming: Expressing Yourself with Python: University of Michigan
  • Advanced Ruby Programming and Object-Oriented Design: Packt
  • An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT): University of California, Irvine
  • Advanced Data Handling and Reactive Programming Concepts: Edureka
  • R Programming for Statistics and Data Science: Packt
  • Programming Mobile Applications for Android Handheld Systems: Part 2: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Deep Dive iOS 16 Swift - SwiftUI Programming: Packt
  • Introduction to Programming with C#12 and .NET8: Packt
  • Apply Java Programming Fundamentals and Modern Features: EDUCBA

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