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.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Computer Science, Disaster Recovery, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Public Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, 3D Assets, Game Design, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Debugging, Computer Graphics, Algorithms, Scripting, Computer Programming
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Debugging, Numerical Analysis, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Programming Principles, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Simulations, Code Review, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Computer Programming, File I/O, Mathematical Modeling, Automation, Algorithms, Data Validation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Scalability, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Data Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, Technical Support, Software Installation, Computer Hardware, Help Desk Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Information Technology, Computer Networking, Technical Documentation, Linux, Computer Security Awareness Training, Customer Support, Microsoft Windows
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Design Research, Persona (User Experience), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Software, AI Workflows, User Interface (UI) Design, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Human Centered Design, User Story, Large Language Modeling, Wireframing, Responsible AI, Ideation, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Context Protocol, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, Generative AI Agents, Anthropic Claude, Prompt Engineering, Tool Calling, Generative AI, Automation, Scalability, Application Programming Interface (API), Servers, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Dashboard, IBM Cognos Analytics, Relational Databases, Data Wrangling, Rmarkdown, Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Data Cleansing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Shiny (R Package), Big Data, SQL, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, R Programming, Data Structures
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Application Development, Scripting, Programming Principles, Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Debugging, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Claude Code, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Multimodal Prompts, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, LLM Application, Productivity, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Engineering, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Software Architecture, Automation, Software Testing, Software Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Application Security, Secure Coding, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Engineering, Security Requirements Analysis, Security Controls, Data Security, Vulnerability Management, Computer Security, Vulnerability, Vulnerability Assessments, Databases, Information Privacy, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Computer Programming, Python Programming, Node.JS, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Kanban Principles, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud-Native Computing, DevOps, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Agile Product Development, Agile Project Management, Cloud Security, CI/CD, User Story, Microservices, Sprint Retrospectives, Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months