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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 London

    Algorithms and Complexity

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Performance Testing, Computer Science, Data Structures, Critical Thinking, Logical Reasoning, Graph Theory, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Game Theory

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Sorting Algorithms, Complexity Analysis, and Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Analysis, Analytical Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM Front-End Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, React Redux, Browser Compatibility, User Centered Design, GitHub, CI/CD, Cloud Applications, Responsive Web Design, Cloud Development, NoSQL, Git (Version Control System), Webpack, HTML and CSS, Application Development, MongoDB, Agile Methodology, Engineering Software

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8.3K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, SQL, Unsupervised Learning, Interactive Data Visualization, Supervised Learning, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Model Evaluation, Data Manipulation, Data Literacy, Data Transformation, Generative AI, Professional Networking, Data Import/Export

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Meta

    Coding Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Software Visualization, Pseudocode, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Technical Communication, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    788 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google

    Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Story, Usability, Design Thinking, User Research, Human Factors, Human Centered Design, Ideation, Competitive Analysis, Prototyping

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Software Design, Software Architecture, Continuous Integration, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, LLM Application, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Application Security, Software Engineering, AI Personalization, Debugging, DevSecOps, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze and Apply Swift Properties and Memory Management

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Apple Xcode

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Mastering Streams in Node.js

    Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Dataflow, Real Time Data, File I/O, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Web Development Tools, Server Side, TCP/IP, Front-End Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Big Data, Apache Spark, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, File Systems, Apache Hadoop, Cloud Applications, Apache Mahout, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Storage, Middleware, Software-Defined Networking, NoSQL

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    Edureka

    Advanced Java Concepts

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    CorelDRAW for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Layout Design, Typography, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design Software, Digital Design, Color Theory, Branding, Vector Databases, File Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Algorithms and Complexity: University of London
  • Sorting Algorithms, Complexity Analysis, and Optimization: Packt
  • IBM Front-End Developer: IBM
  • IBM Data Science: IBM
  • Coding Interview Preparation: Meta
  • Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate: Google
  • Generative AI for Software Developers: IBM
  • Analyze and Apply Swift Properties and Memory Management: EDUCBA
  • Mastering Streams in Node.js: Packt
  • Cloud Computing: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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