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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


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    University of Michigan

    The Power of Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Program Development, Python Programming, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Practical Python: Start Your Programming Journey

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Debugging, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Game Design, Interactive Design, Design and Product, Algorithms, Computer Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    GO Programming for Everyone: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Unit Testing, Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Software Testing, Debugging, Integration Testing, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Distributed Computing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Parallel Programming with CUDA

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, OS Process Management, Data Structures, C and C++, Performance Testing, Distributed Computing, System Programming, Data Access, Algorithms, Computer Hardware, Computer Architecture, Program Development, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Introduction to Java and Programming Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Integrated Development Environments, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Environment, Software Installation, Debugging, Computer Programming

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Functional Programming with Java and Threads

    Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Open Source Technology, Programming Principles, Scalability, Functional Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Object-Oriented Programming and Java Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Design, Data Structures, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Computer Vision: YOLO Custom Object Detection with Colab GPU

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Deep Learning, Real Time Data, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Development Environment, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning, Data Collection, Software Installation

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Data-Oriented C++ in Scientific Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Data-oriented programming, Operating Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Mobile Development, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Frameworks, Android Development, Application Development, Program Development, Software Development

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Fundamentals of Object-Oriented Programming - C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Algorithms, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Ruby Fundamentals and Basic Programming Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Apple Xcode, Software Installation, Microsoft Windows, Command-Line Interface

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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Power of Object-Oriented Programming: University of Michigan
  • Practical Python: Start Your Programming Journey : Duke University
  • GO Programming for Everyone: Part 2: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Introduction to Parallel Programming with CUDA: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Java and Programming Basics: Packt
  • Functional Programming with Java and Threads: Vanderbilt University
  • Object-Oriented Programming and Java Fundamentals: Packt
  • Computer Vision: YOLO Custom Object Detection with Colab GPU: Packt
  • Data-Oriented C++ in Scientific Programming: University of Geneva
  • Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming with Java: Coursera

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