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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


  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Growth Mindedness, Data Structures, Graph Theory, Event-Driven Programming, Social Network Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Java, Java Programming, Network Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Technical Communication, User Interface (UI), JUnit, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Adaptability, Performance Tuning, Algorithms, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    7.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Python Programming and Data Science Foundations for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Visualization, Seaborn, Flask (Web Framework), Programming Principles, Web Applications, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, Pandas (Python Package), Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, UI Components

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C# (Programming Language), Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Debugging, Data Structures

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    331 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    SAS

    Practical SAS Programming and Certification Review

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Import/Export, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Access, Computer Programming

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    356 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Modern OpenGL for Real-Time Graphics Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Cross Platform Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, C++ (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Program Development, Software Installation, System Configuration, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, File Systems, Shell Script, Electrical Engineering

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    145 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    R Programming Essentials with Microsoft Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Software Documentation, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Visual Studio, Program Development, Statistical Analysis, Development Environment, Descriptive Statistics, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Programming Reactive Systems (Scala 2 version)

    Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Scala Programming, Distributed Computing, Event-Driven Programming, System Design and Implementation, Microservices, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Cloud Computing, Software Design, Application Frameworks, Software Testing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Java Multithreading and Parallel Programming Masterclass

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Performance Tuning, Spring Framework, Application Performance Management, Algorithms, JUnit, OS Process Management, Application Frameworks, Programming Principles, Performance Testing, Spring Boot, Computer Architecture

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Python Programming for Data & Automation Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Data Structures, Scripting, Web Development, Full-Stack Web Development, Automation, Programming Principles, Business Process Automation, Data Manipulation, File Management, Back-End Web Development, Debugging, Application Deployment, Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Linux Bash Scripting & Shell Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Linux Administration, Linux, Scripting, Scripting Languages, File Management, Command-Line Interface, Debugging, System Configuration, User Interface (UI), IT Automation, Interactive Design, File I/O, Programming Principles

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Advanced C++ Programming and Modern Practices

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Software Documentation, System Programming, Technical Documentation, Application Development, Maintainability, Data Structures, Generative AI, Application Performance Management, Algorithms, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Object Oriented Java Programming: Data Structures and Beyond: University of California San Diego
  • Python Programming and Data Science Foundations for AI: Packt
  • Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games: University of Colorado System
  • Practical SAS Programming and Certification Review: SAS
  • Apply Modern OpenGL for Real-Time Graphics Programming: EDUCBA
  • Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot: University of Colorado Boulder
  • R Programming Essentials with Microsoft Tools: Microsoft
  • Programming Reactive Systems (Scala 2 version): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Java Multithreading and Parallel Programming Masterclass: Packt
  • Apply Python Programming for Data & Automation Projects: EDUCBA

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