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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Plot (Graphics), Data-oriented programming, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Storage
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Color Theory, Applied Mathematics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Databases, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Security, User Accounts, Secure Coding, SQL, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, NoSQL, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Conceptual Design, Animation and Game Design, Ideation, Interactive Design, Design, Systems Design, Creativity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Software Development, Computer Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Software Documentation, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Game Design, Animation and Game Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, PostgreSQL, SQL, Database Management, Database Design, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Integrity, Text Mining, Transaction Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Data Migration, Database Administration, Google Cloud Platform, Database Design, Cloud Engineering, Database Management, Cloud Deployment, Operational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Databases, NoSQL, Scalability, Disaster Recovery
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Outlook, Collaborative Software, Document Management, File Management, Content Management, Version Control, Data Sharing, Microsoft Excel, Computer Literacy, Journals, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Computer Security
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Visio, Engineering Drawings, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Process Flow Diagrams, Diagram Design, Technical Drawing, Microsoft Development Tools, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Schematic Diagrams, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Office, Visual Design, Graphic Design, Data Integration, Workflow Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI Agents, LangChain, Large Language Modeling, Vision Transformer (ViT), ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Image Analysis, Model Deployment, OpenAI API, Google Cloud Platform, Open Source Technology, Embeddings, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Probability & Statistics
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Search Engine Optimization, Strategic Marketing, Content Creation, Marketing Channel, Customer Insights, Writing, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media Campaigns, Scalability, Customer Engagement, Email Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Content Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Software Design
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours