• For Individuals
  • For Businesses
  • For Universities
  • For Governments
Degrees
​
Log In
Join for Free
  • Browse
  • Computer Programming

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.


More to explore:

Popular Computer Programming Courses and Certifications


  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Washington

    Programming Languages, Part B

    Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Software Design, Ruby (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Software Architecture, Computer Programming, Functional Design, Debugging

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    788 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Programming in C#: A comprehensive approach to C# Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visual Studio, C# (Programming Language), Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Command-Line Interface, Computational Logic

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    219 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado System

    Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Simulations, C (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Automation, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Debugging

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Preview
    Preview
    E

    EDUCBA

    C Programming on Linux: Build, Compile & Apply

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Commands, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Computer Programming Tools, Scripting, Data Structures, Program Development, Debugging

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    LearnQuest

    Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Design, Data Modeling, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), .NET Framework, Computer Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Language Foundations - 2

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Embedded Systems, Program Development, Computer Engineering, Algorithms, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    104 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Programming Languages Ⅰ

    Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming, Functional Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    LearnQuest

    Visual Basic Programming: Inheritance and Polymorphism

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Unified Modeling Language, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Data Modeling, Microsoft Development Tools, Computer Programming, .NET Framework, Software Engineering, Data Structures

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    Duke University

    Interacting with the System and Managing Memory

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Maintainability, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Software Engineering, System Programming, Software Development, Simulations, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, User Interface (UI), Data Structures, Debugging

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    180 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    R

    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computer Science, Verification And Validation, Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Test Case, Simulations

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    365 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    R

    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Programming Principles, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Testing, Software Testing, Applied Mathematics, Debugging, Algorithms, Python Programming, Game Design, Simulations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    584 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    D

    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Pointers and Memory Management - 4

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Software Visualization, Computer Engineering, Embedded Software, System Programming, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Operating Systems, Data Structures, Linux

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

1…8910…773

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

  • Programming Languages, Part B: University of Washington
  • Programming in C#: A comprehensive approach to C# Fundamentals: Coursera
  • Simulation, Algorithm Analysis, and Pointers: University of Colorado System
  • C Programming on Linux: Build, Compile & Apply: EDUCBA
  • Visual Basic Programming: Classes and Collections: LearnQuest
  • C Programming: Language Foundations - 2: Dartmouth College
  • Programming Languages Ⅰ: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Visual Basic Programming: Inheritance and Polymorphism: LearnQuest
  • Interacting with the System and Managing Memory: Duke University
  • Principles of Computing (Part 2): Rice University

Other topics to explore

Arts and Humanities
338 courses
Business
1095 courses
Computer Science
668 courses
Data Science
425 courses
Information Technology
145 courses
Health
471 courses
Math and Logic
70 courses
Personal Development
137 courses
Physical Science and Engineering
413 courses
Social Sciences
401 courses
Language Learning
150 courses

Coursera Footer

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cybersecurity
  • Data Analytics
  • Digital Marketing
  • English Speaking
  • Generative AI (GenAI)
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Power BI
  • Project Management
  • Python

Certificates & Programs

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Data Analytics Certificate
  • Google IT Support Certificate
  • Google Project Management Certificate
  • Google UX Design Certificate
  • IBM Data Analyst Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Certificate
  • Machine Learning Certificate
  • Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Certificate
  • UI / UX Design Certificate

Industries & Careers

  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Education & Teaching
  • Engineering
  • Finance
  • Healthcare
  • Human Resources (HR)
  • Information Technology (IT)
  • Marketing

Career Resources

  • Career Aptitude Test
  • Examples of Strengths and Weaknesses for Job Interviews
  • High-Income Skills to Learn
  • How Does Cryptocurrency Work?
  • How to Highlight Duplicates in Google Sheets
  • How to Learn Artificial Intelligence
  • Popular Cybersecurity Certifications
  • Preparing for the PMP Certification
  • Signs You Will Get the Job After an Interview
  • What Is Artificial Intelligence?

Coursera

  • About
  • What We Offer
  • Leadership
  • Careers
  • Catalog
  • Coursera Plus
  • Professional Certificates
  • MasterTrack® Certificates
  • Degrees
  • For Enterprise
  • For Government
  • For Campus
  • Become a Partner
  • Social Impact
  • Free Courses
  • Share your Coursera learning story

Community

  • Learners
  • Partners
  • Beta Testers
  • Blog
  • The Coursera Podcast
  • Tech Blog

More

  • Press
  • Investors
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Help
  • Accessibility
  • Contact
  • Articles
  • Directory
  • Affiliates
  • Modern Slavery Statement
  • Do Not Sell/Share
Learn Anywhere
Download on the App Store
Get it on Google Play
Logo of Certified B Corporation
© 2026 Coursera Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Coursera Facebook
  • Coursera Linkedin
  • Coursera Twitter
  • Coursera YouTube
  • Coursera Instagram
  • Coursera TikTok