What skills can I learn in programming courses on Coursera?

Programming courses on Coursera provide learners with essential skills that are fundamental to various computing tasks and technology careers, including: Understanding basic to advanced concepts of programming languages such as Python , Java , and C++ Writing clean, efficient, and error-free code Developing algorithms to solve problems and perform data analysis Applying object-oriented programming (OOP) principles to organize software design Using version control systems like Git to manage code changes Developing web and mobile applications Implementing security best practices in software development

Do I need prior experience in coding to enroll in these programming courses?

Coursera's programming courses are designed to meet learners at their point of need, regardless of their prior experience: Beginners: No prior experience is necessary. Introductory courses start with the basics of programming and build foundational skills. Intermediate Learners: Some understanding of basic programming concepts is helpful. Courses focus on more complex aspects of programming and software development. Advanced Learners: For those with solid programming experience, advanced courses explore specialized areas like software engineering, advanced data structures, and complex algorithmic challenges.

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Participating in programming courses on Coursera can lead to a variety of credentials that can highlight your skills and development: Certificates of Completion: You can earn a certificate for each programming course completed, which can showcase your proficiency in specific programming languages or technologies. Professional Certificates: These certificates are intended to prepare you for specific technology roles by combining coursework that builds a comprehensive skill set. Specializations: These are focused on particular areas of programming and are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and practical skills that can be beneficial in the tech industry.

What career opportunities are available with skills in programming?

Mastering programming opens up a wide array of career opportunities across multiple industries, including: Software Developer : Building and maintaining software systems. Web Developer : Creating and optimizing websites and web applications. Mobile App Developer: Designing applications for iOS and Android devices. Systems Engineer : Ensuring that complex, multi-part systems function properly together. Data Analyst : Analyzing data to help companies make informed decisions. DevOps Engineer : Bridging the gap between development and operations in software production.

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École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Programming Reactive Systems
Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Event-Driven Programming, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Middleware, Data Structures
3.9
Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: New
Meta
Meta Full-Stack Developer
Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Django (Web Framework), Version Control, Restful API, Responsive Web Design, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management Systems, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, SQL, Database Design, Unit Testing, Web Development Tools, Web Development
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
23K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
Programming Languages Ⅰ
Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Other Programming Languages, Computer Programming, Functional Design
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
SAS
Doing More with SAS Programming
Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Manipulation, Consolidation, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Presentation
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
939 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Meta
Meta Front-End Developer
Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Data Structures, Unix Commands, HTML and CSS, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), React.js, Mobile Development, Front-End Web Development, Algorithms, Web Development Tools
Build toward a degree
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
22K reviews
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Johns Hopkins University
Data Science
Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Rmarkdown, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Leaflet (Software), Version Control, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, Plotly, Machine Learning Algorithms, Plot (Graphics), Knitr
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
51K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: Free
Universidad ORT Uruguay
¡A Programar! Una introducción a la programación
Skills you'll gain: Software Engineering, Software Testing, Programming Principles, Game Design, Computer Programming, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Prototyping
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
2.7K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
IBM
IBM Data Management
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Governance, Data Security, Data Migration, Database Design, Data Literacy, Descriptive Statistics, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Mining, Cloud Storage, Data Visualization Software, Data Store, IBM DB2, Data Management, Relational Databases, MySQL, Excel Formulas
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
17K reviews
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
IBM
JavaScript Programming Essentials
Skills you'll gain: Ajax, Javascript, Data Structures, Debugging, JSON, Scripting, Web Development, Web Applications, HTML and CSS, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Git (Version Control System), Application Programming Interface (API)
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
138 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California San Diego
Genome Assembly Programming Challenge
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Graph Theory, Infectious Diseases, Network Analysis, Program Development, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
346 reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free
University of Leeds
Programming for Data Science
Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Development Environment, Software Installation, Data Structures, Data Science, Software Documentation, Debugging
4.3
Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of California, Santa Cruz
C++ For C Programmers, Part A
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Data Structures, Debugging
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
2.3K reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months