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Programming courses can help you learn coding languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript, as well as concepts such as algorithms, data structures, and software development methodologies. 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 web applications and software solutions.

Popular Programming Courses and Certifications


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    Madecraft

    HTML Quick Start

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Design and Development, Web Development, Javascript, Semantic Web, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Browser Compatibility, Development Environment, Web Content, GitHub, Web Analytics and SEO, Software Installation, Application Deployment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Building GenAI Applications and Agents

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Hugging Face, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Evaluation, Large Language Modeling, CrewAI, OpenAI API, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Vector Databases, Agentic Workflows, Tool Calling, ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Token Optimization, Embeddings, OpenAI, Generative AI, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Query Your Data: SQL for the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Data Validation, SQL, Web Analytics, Marketing, Data Quality, Analytics, Prompt Engineering, Performance Tuning, Verification And Validation, AI literacy, Query Languages, Business Metrics, Code Review, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Integrity, Data Modeling, Relational Databases, AI Workflows, Reconciliation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Chicago

    Software Defined Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Virtual Networking, Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC), Computer Networking, Virtualization, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Network Switches, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Protocols, Hardware Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Verification And Validation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Hadoop Platform and Application Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Analysis, Apache Spark, Data Science, PySpark, File Systems, Analytics, Data Processing, Software Architecture, Distributed Computing, Data Architecture, Performance Tuning, Data Storage, System Configuration, Python Programming

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Building Web Applications in PHP

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, PHP (Scripting Language), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), MySQL, Web Applications, Web Development, Secure Coding, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Development Environment, Back-End Web Development, Database Development, Web Servers, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Network Protocols, Software Installation, Data Validation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en Java)

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Memory Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Foundations of Sports Analytics: Data, Representation, and Models in Sports

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Data Cleansing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Matplotlib, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Statistics, Analytics, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Learning Angular: Build Production-Ready Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, TypeScript, JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Frontend Performance, React Native, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development, React.js, Javascript, Web Development, Performance Tuning, Frontend Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, User Interface (UI), Unit Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Akamai Customer Consulting and Support

    Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Database Systems, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Databases, Operating System Administration, Database Administration, Routing Protocols, Application Development, Network Architecture, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Operating Systems, Web Design and Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Scripting Languages, Web Development, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Software Development

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Database Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Development, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Database Software, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Oracle Databases, SQL, Query Languages, Data Integrity, Diagram Design, PostgreSQL

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Mastering OpenClaw: From Setup to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Security, Prompt Patterns, Vibe coding, Agentic Workflows, Tool Calling, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Personalization, Application Deployment, GitHub, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Generative AI, Software Development, Web Development, Artificial Intelligence, Code Review, Front-End Web Development, Software Engineering

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • HTML Quick Start: Madecraft
  • Building GenAI Applications and Agents: Coursera
  • Query Your Data: SQL for the AI Era: Coursera
  • Software Defined Networking: The University of Chicago
  • Hadoop Platform and Application Framework: University of California San Diego
  • Building Web Applications in PHP: University of Michigan
  • Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en Java): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Foundations of Sports Analytics: Data, Representation, and Models in Sports: University of Michigan
  • Learning Angular: Build Production-Ready Apps: Packt
  • Akamai Customer Consulting and Support: Akamai Technologies, Inc.

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