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    Learn the fundamentals of coding for various applications. Understand basic programming concepts and write simple programs in languages like Python and JavaScript.

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      Vanderbilt University

      Engineering Maintainable Android Apps

      Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Software Testing, Test Automation, Integration Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Development Testing, Testability, Software Engineering, Secure Coding, Android Development, Application Security

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      297 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of New Mexico

      Curanderismo: Global & Cultural Influences of Traditional Healing

      Skills you'll gain: World Music, Cultural Sensitivity, Medical History Documentation, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Ancient History, Music, Intercultural Competence, Health Care, Liberal Arts

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      KodeKloud

      DevOps Prerequisite Course

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Devops Tools, General Networking, Linux, Linux Commands, Systems Administration, Network Administration, Application Development, Unix, TCP/IP, Network Troubleshooting, Package and Software Management, Application Servers, Development Environment, Command-Line Interface, Java, Software Installation, Node.JS

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      71 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Introduction to Seaweeds

      Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Environment and Resource Management, Environment, Product Development, Food and Beverage, Natural Resource Management, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Taxonomy, Manufacturing and Production, Molecular Biology, Anatomy, Chemical Engineering, Production Process, Pharmacology, Nutrition and Diet

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM z/OS Rexx Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Debugging, z/OS, Job Control Language (JCL), Mainframe Computing, Scripting Languages, Programming Principles, Development Environment, Program Development, Data Structures, Command-Line Interface, Automation, Data Management, Application Development

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Precalculus: Periodic Functions

      Skills you'll gain: Trigonometry, Systems Of Measurement, Geometry, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      107 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Statistics For Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Northeastern University

      Basic Programming in Python I

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Software Installation, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Debugging, Program Development, Data Manipulation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      5G Mobile Networks

      Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Emerging Technologies, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Computer Networking, Telecommunications, Cybersecurity, Cloud Engineering, Digital Communications, Technology Roadmaps, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Automation, Real Time Data

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      28 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Key Management, Threat Modeling, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Data Integrity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments

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      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      228 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      L&T EduTech

      Basics of Electrical Protection System

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, High Voltage, Basic Electrical Systems, Low Voltage, Electrical Engineering, Three-Phase, Failure Analysis, Engineering Calculations

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Packt

      Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Physics, Mechanics, Emerging Technologies

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Engineering Maintainable Android Apps: Vanderbilt University
    • Curanderismo: Global & Cultural Influences of Traditional Healing : University of New Mexico
    • DevOps Prerequisite Course: KodeKloud
    • Introduction to Seaweeds: University of California San Diego
    • IBM z/OS Rexx Programming: IBM
    • Precalculus: Periodic Functions: Johns Hopkins University
    • Statistics For Data Science: Coursera Project Network
    • Basic Programming in Python I: Northeastern University
    • 5G Mobile Networks: LearnQuest
    • Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems: University of Colorado System

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