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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    Princeton University

    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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    The University of Edinburgh

    Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Software Development, Programming Principles, Software Design, Game Design, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Animation and Game Design, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    3.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, File Management, Application Development, Maintainability, Software Design, Development Environment, Program Development, Data Storage Technologies, Application Design, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Data Management, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    100 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    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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    Microsoft

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Development, Development Environment, Software Documentation, Data Validation, Javascript, Debugging, Maintainability, Data Structures, Software Design, Computer Programming, Data Management

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Debugging, Software Documentation, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, File Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    6.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Data Structures, Scripting Languages, Computer Programming, Pseudocode, Computer Graphics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    18K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Leeds

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Scripting, Automation, Scripting Languages, Algorithms, Debugging, Development Environment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    79 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Software Design, Ruby (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Software Architecture, Computer Programming, Functional Design, Debugging

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    785 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Skills you'll gain: Ruby (Programming Language), Other Programming Languages, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Functional Design, Computational Thinking, Software Design Patterns, Theoretical Computer Science, Debugging

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    461 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, .NET Framework, Microsoft Visual Studio, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Development Tools, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    73 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit 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
    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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