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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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    IBM

    Introduction to Software Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Software Design, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Development Environment, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Application Deployment, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Software Documentation, Computer Programming, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Cloud Application Development Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Node.JS, React Redux, Cloud Computing Architecture, CI/CD, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, NoSQL, HTML and CSS, MongoDB, Server Side, Agile Methodology, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), JavaScript Frameworks, Full-Stack Web Development, Front-End Web Development, DevOps, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Meta

    Meta Android Developer

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, Android Studio, Restful API, Version Control, User Research, Usability Testing, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Unix Commands, Android Jetpack, Android Development, Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Kotlin, User Experience Design, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Javascript

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Applied DevOps Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Cloud Deployment, CI/CD, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, Istio, Application Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Kubernetes, Jenkins, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Code Coverage, OpenShift, DevOps, Secure Coding, Grafana, System Monitoring, Agile Methodology

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Fundamentals of Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Event-Driven Programming, Algorithms, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Application Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Probability, Bioinformatics, Interactive Design, Big Data, Python Programming, Data Analysis, User Interface (UI), Machine Learning Algorithms, Network Analysis, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM iOS and Android Mobile App Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, React Native, Large Language Modeling, Software Development Life Cycle, Flutter (Software), Swift Programming, Mobile Development, Software Architecture, Apple Xcode, React Redux, Android Studio, Responsible AI, User Centered Design, Android Development, Apple iOS, Responsive Web Design, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Android (Operating System), AI Personalization

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Meta

    Meta Back-End Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Full-Stack Web Development, Version Control, Restful API, Data Structures, Unix Commands, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Git (Version Control System), API Testing, Back-End Web Development, GitHub, Relational Databases, Front-End Web Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management Systems, SQL, Database Design, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Cloud Hosting

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

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    Meta

    Meta iOS Developer

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, iOS Development, Core Data (Software), Restful API, Version Control, Apple iOS, User Research, Usability Testing, Apple Xcode, Data Structures, Swift Programming, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), User Interface (UI), Unix Commands, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, Mobile Development, Javascript

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

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    University of California San Diego

    Algorithmic Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Design Strategies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Meta Database Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Management, Database Administration, Data Warehousing, Linux Commands, Data Integrity, Unit Testing, Algorithms, Software Versioning, Command-Line Interface, Software Visualization, Linux, Pseudocode, Query Languages, Collaborative Software, Django (Web Framework), Database Architecture and Administration, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Test Driven Development (TDD)

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

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    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, Cyber Attacks, System Configuration, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Storage, OSI Models, General Networking, Data Security, Test Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Software Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vibe coding, Natural Language Processing, Data Ethics, Agentic systems, CI/CD, Software Development, Software Engineering Tools, DevOps, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Software Engineering, Deep Learning, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR)

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Software Engineering: IBM
  • Cloud Application Development Foundations: IBM
  • Meta Android Developer: Meta
  • IBM Applied DevOps Engineering: IBM
  • Fundamentals of Computing: Rice University
  • IBM iOS and Android Mobile App Developer: IBM
  • Meta Back-End Developer: Meta
  • Meta iOS Developer: Meta
  • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
  • Meta Database Engineer: Meta

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