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    • I

      IBM

      IBM COBOL Software Development Practices

      Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Technical Support, Software Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Scrum (Software Development), Software Development, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Issue Tracking, Debugging, Software Documentation, Technical Documentation

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Codio

      Object-Oriented Python: Inheritance and Encapsulation

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Python Programming, File Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      146 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Microsoft

      Introduction to GitHub Copilot

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Computer Programming, Application Development, Development Environment, Microsoft Visual Studio, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
      ·
      140 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Generative AI for Code Completion

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Software Development Tools, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Computer Programming Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, GitHub

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Exploiting and Securing Vulnerabilities in Java Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Penetration Testing, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Secure Coding, Authorization (Computing), Java, Dependency Analysis, Docker (Software), JSON, Git (Version Control System)

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Unsupervised Algorithms in Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Data Science, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Python Programming, NumPy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Statistical Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      EDUCBA

      Advanced C# Programming in .NET Core

      Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Software Architecture, .NET Framework, Object Oriented Design, Distributed Computing, Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Microservices, Debugging, MongoDB, Data Access, Model View Controller, Performance Tuning, Maintainability, NoSQL

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IBM

      IBM COBOL Software Development Process

      Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, z/OS, COBOL (Programming Language), Unit Testing, Systems Analysis, Systems Development, Pseudocode, Software Development Methodologies, Agile Methodology, Software Development, Software Design, Systems Architecture, Mainframe Computing, Programming Principles, Scrum (Software Development), Test Planning

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Packt

      LangChain MasterClass: Build 15 LLM Apps with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI, Application Development, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Data Processing, Semantic Web, Text Mining, Query Languages, Application Programming Interface (API)

      3.3
      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • A

      Amazon Web Services

      Serverless Architectures on AWS

      Skills you'll gain: AWS CloudFormation, Serverless Computing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Infrastructure, Event-Driven Programming, Authentications, Amazon S3, Amazon DynamoDB, Scalability

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Institut Mines-Télécom

      Getting started with Augmented Reality

      Skills you'll gain: Augmented Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Mobile Development, Android (Operating System), Image Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Computer Vision, Global Positioning Systems, Prototyping

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      142 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Imperial College London

      Customising your models with TensorFlow 2

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Data Pipelines, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Data Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Performance Tuning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      191 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • IBM COBOL Software Development Practices: IBM
    • Object-Oriented Python: Inheritance and Encapsulation: Codio
    • Introduction to GitHub Copilot: Microsoft
    • Generative AI for Code Completion : Coursera Instructor Network
    • Exploiting and Securing Vulnerabilities in Java Applications: University of California, Davis
    • Unsupervised Algorithms in Machine Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Advanced C# Programming in .NET Core: EDUCBA
    • IBM COBOL Software Development Process: IBM
    • LangChain MasterClass: Build 15 LLM Apps with Python: Packt
    • Serverless Architectures on AWS: Amazon Web Services

    Frequently Asked Questions about Coding

    Coding courses typically cover a wide array of essential programming skills including:

    • Basics of programming languages like Python, Java, and JavaScript
    • Web development techniques including HTML, CSS, and frameworks like React
    • Software engineering principles and best practices
    • Data structures and algorithms
    • Mobile app development for iOS and Android
    • Database management and SQL
    • Cybersecurity basics and applications
    • Developing and deploying software applications in cloud environments‎

    No prior coding experience is necessary to begin with beginner courses. The coding curriculum is designed to support learners at various levels:

    • Absolute beginners can start with introductory programming concepts and simple coding tasks.
    • Intermediate learners can build upon foundational skills with more complex programming projects.
    • Advanced professionals can explore specialized topics such as machine learning or full-stack development.‎

    Coursera coding courses offer a range of credentialing options:

    • Professional certificates that demonstrate comprehensive coding skills
    • Specialized course certificates in areas such as web development, data science, or cybersecurity
    • Partner certificates from leading tech companies and universities
    • These certificates can enhance your resume and LinkedIn profile, illustrating your coding proficiency to potential employers.‎

    Skills in coding can open doors to a variety of technical roles including:

    • Software Developer
    • Web Developer
    • Data Analyst
    • Systems Engineer
    • Database Administrator
    • Cybersecurity Analyst
    • Professionals in these roles use coding skills to build software, manage data, secure digital assets, and solve complex technical problems.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including coding. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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