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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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    Peking University

    C++程序设计

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C and C++, Object Oriented Design, File I/O, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, C (Programming Language), Code Reusability, Program Development, Algorithms, Data Structures

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Javascript: The Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Front-End Web Development, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Scripting, Event-Driven Programming, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Applications, Mobile Development, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Scripting Languages, Event Monitoring, Code Reusability

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Minnesota

    Analytics for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Simulations, Operations Research, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Supply Chain Planning, Supply Chain, Probability, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Methods, Data Preprocessing, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Business Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Model Training, Business Analytics, Workforce Management, Analytics, Predictive Analytics

    4.7
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    308 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Functions and Conditional Statements

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, Computational Logic, Scripting Languages, Functional Design, Computer Programming

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    数据结构基础

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Computer Science, C (Programming Language), Data Storage, C++ (Programming Language)

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    251 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    BI Essentials for Finance Analysts (Tableau Edition)

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Tableau Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Modeling, Data Visualization, SQL, Data Presentation, E-Commerce, Databases, Performance Reporting, Data Manipulation, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Performance Analysis, Relational Databases, Business Intelligence, Data Transformation, Financial Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    109 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Analysing: Numeric and digital literacies

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Management Accounting, Data Storytelling, Budgeting, Marketing Analytics, Capital Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Financial Data, Data Ethics, SAS (Software), Interactive Data Visualization, Financial Management, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Digital Media Strategy, Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Financial Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    SkillUp

    Product Owner Certification [PSPO I] Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Backlogs, Agile Product Development, Scrum (Software Development), Stakeholder Communications, Product Roadmaps, Virtual Teams, Stakeholder Management, Agile Project Management, Product Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Product Planning, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, User Story, Communication, Communication Strategies, Collaborative Software, Sprint Planning, Product Management

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    211 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Enterprise Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, Mainframe Technologies, z/OS, Virtualization, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Hardware Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Computing Platforms, Computer Architecture, Enterprise Security, Computer Hardware, Cryptography, Transaction Processing, System Configuration, Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Memory Management

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

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI in Financial Services: Foundations through future trends

    Skills you'll gain: Risking, Machine Learning Methods, FinTech, Financial Inclusion, Financial Services, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Data Sharing, Financial Regulation, Financial Systems, Data Governance, Application Programming Interface (API), Financial Data, Finance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Ethics, Innovation, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Natural Language Processing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    125 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Langchain and Langgraph

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, OpenAI API, LangGraph, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, LangChain, Agentic systems, AI Workflows, OpenAI, Agentic Workflows, Hugging Face, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Embeddings, Artificial Intelligence, Data Processing, Vector Databases, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    136 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Austral

    Full Stack Web Development en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Server Side, Node.JS, Responsive Web Design, LESS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Mobile Development, Back-End Web Development, Version Control, Cross Platform Development, Restful API, HTML and CSS, jQuery, Web Design and Development, React Redux, JavaScript Frameworks, Continuous Integration, TypeScript, iOS Development, MongoDB

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    833 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • C++程序设计: Peking University
  • Introduction to Javascript: The Basics: Coursera
  • Analytics for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
  • Functions and Conditional Statements: Google
  • 数据结构基础: Peking University
  • BI Essentials for Finance Analysts (Tableau Edition): Corporate Finance Institute
  • Analysing: Numeric and digital literacies: Macquarie University
  • Product Owner Certification [PSPO I] Preparation: SkillUp
  • Introduction to Enterprise Computing: IBM
  • AI in Financial Services: Foundations through future trends: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

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