Programming Core Courses

Greedy Algorithms, Minimum Spanning Trees, and Dynamic Programming

1276 ratings at Coursera

The primary topics in this part of the specialization are: greedy algorithms (scheduling, minimum spanning trees, clustering, Huffman codes) and dynamic programming (knapsack, sequence alignment, optimal search trees).

• Coursera
• 14 hours 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

C++ Programming Course - Beginner to Advanced

24 ratings

Master C++ programming from beginner to advanced in a 31-hour online course, covering topics from variables, loops, arrays, to polymorphism.

• freeCodeCamp
• 31 hours
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

CS50's Introduction to Programming with Scratch

1 rating

Explore programming fundamentals using Scratch's visual, block-based language. Learn functions, loops, variables, and conditions while creating animations, games, and stories—no prior experience needed.

• Independent
• 9 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Java Programming

23 ratings

During this course, you will learn the basics of computer programming, along with algorithms and object-oriented programming through the Java programming language.

• Independent
• 7-14 weeks, 5-10 hours a week
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

16 ratings

Learn foundational programming concepts and web development skills to create interactive web pages with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Build a project allowing users to upload images and apply custom filters.

• Coursera
• 1 day 8 hours 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Object Oriented Programming in Java

15 ratings

Explore object-oriented programming in Java through data visualization. Learn GUI creation, inheritance, event handling, and fundamental algorithms while building an interactive map project.

• Coursera
• 1 day 16 hours 23 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

The Arduino Platform and C Programming

13 ratings

Explore Arduino platform, C programming, and embedded systems. Learn board components, IDE usage, shields, programming concepts, and debugging techniques for interactive physical computing projects.

• Coursera
• 12 hours 7 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

CS50's Introduction to Programming with Python

An introduction to programming using a language called Python. Learn how to read and write code as well as how to test and “debug” it. Designed for students...

• Independent
• 10 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

CS50's Introduction to Programming with R

An introduction to programming using a language called R, a popular language for statistical computing and graphics in data science and other domains. Learn...

• Independent
• 7 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

CS50's Web Programming with Python and JavaScript

Dive into web development with Python, JavaScript, and SQL using Django, React, and Bootstrap. Build APIs, interactive UIs, and deploy scalable, secure apps on the Internet.

• Independent
• 9 weeks
• Self-Paced
• Free Certificate

Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

15 ratings

Learn Java programming through hands-on problem-solving. Design algorithms, transform data, and build practical applications. Develop skills in coding, debugging, and using Java APIs to tackle real-world challenges.

• Coursera
• 18 hours 4 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Introduction To MATLAB Programming

9 ratings

This course is intended to assist undergraduates with learning the basics of programming in general and programming MATLAB® in particular.

• MIT OpenCourseWare
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Stanford Seminar - Computers, Programming, Addiction, False News, Alternative Facts

1 rating

Explore the impact of the Internet on cognition, behavior, and society. Discusses addiction, false information, and changing social interactions in the digital age.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 16 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

An Introduction to Programming using Python

16 ratings

Learn Python basics, from fundamentals to advanced concepts like conditionals and loops. Gain practical skills through exercises and projects, culminating in programming a virtual robot to navigate obstacles.

• Coursera
• 9 hours 9 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course

Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners

11 ratings

Learn Python programming through bioinformatics, solving real biological problems and implementing algorithms. Ideal for beginners interested in computational biology and DNA analysis.

• Coursera
• 19 hours
• Self-Paced
• Paid Course