Computer Programming

Computer Programming is the process of creating and executing codes to perform certain actions on a computer. It is the backbone of any software, application, or digital tool. Coursera's computer programming catalogue teaches you the art of coding, debugging, and testing in various popular languages such as Java, Python, C++, and more. You'll learn about data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming, and application development. Master the principles of software development, improve your problem-solving skills, and explore the fascinating world of AI, machine learning, and data science. Whether you're a seasoned programmer or an aspiring developer, Coursera's catalogue equips you with the cutting-edge skills needed to excel in this dynamic field.

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University of Michigan
Programming for Everybody (Getting Started with Python)
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Installation, Development Environment
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
233K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
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The University of Edinburgh
Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming
Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Animation and Game Design, Software Development, Software Design, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Algorithms
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
3.6K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
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Programming in Python
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Development Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Data Structures, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Algorithms, Django (Web Framework), Cloud Hosting
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
1.8K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
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Princeton University
Computer Science: Programming with a Purpose
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Performance Tuning, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Algorithms, Animations, Simulations, Debugging
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
1.3K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
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Duke University
Rust Programming
Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Containerization, Data Pipelines, CI/CD, Docker (Software), Jenkins, DevOps, Large Language Modeling, Restful API, Serverless Computing, Generative AI, Amazon Web Services, Development Testing, Software Testing, Maintainability, Command-Line Interface, Prometheus (Software), Natural Language Processing, Computer Programming, Cloud Computing
3.9
Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
254 reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
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Duke University
Introductory C Programming
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Maintainability, Software Testing, Program Development, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Pseudocode, Simulations, System Programming, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Development, Software Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Development Environment, User Interface (UI), Problem Solving, Software Design
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
7.4K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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Meta
Programming with JavaScript
Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Web Development Tools, Javascript, Unit Testing, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting Languages, Event-Driven Programming, Node.JS, Scripting, JSON, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Debugging, Package and Software Management, Program Development, Front-End Web Development, Functional Design
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
4.9K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
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University of California, Santa Cruz
C for Everyone: Programming Fundamentals
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, C (Programming Language), Code Review, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Integrated Development Environments, Software Technical Review, Algorithms
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
6.7K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
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Duke University
Java Programming and Software Engineering Fundamentals
Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Software Design, Debugging, Software Engineering, Javascript, Computer Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Encryption, Algorithms, Image Analysis, Web Applications, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, Data Import/Export, Predictive Modeling, Integrated Development Environments, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Web Servers, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
22K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
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Duke University
Programming Fundamentals
Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Problem Solving
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
7K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
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University of Michigan
C Programming for Everybody
Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Software Design, Application Security, Other Programming Languages, Python Programming, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Java, Performance Tuning, Unix, Computer Science, Debugging
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
196 reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
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University of California, Santa Cruz
Coding for Everyone: C and C++
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, C (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design, Code Review, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Command-Line Interface, Data-oriented programming, Programming Principles, Graph Theory, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Integrated Development Environments, Software Technical Review, Game Design
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
9.5K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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