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      Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

      Gameplay en videojuegos

      Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, User Interface (UI), Usability, Computer Graphics, Multimedia, C# (Programming Language), Scripting

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      109 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad de los Andes

      Análisis estático lineal y no lineal de estructuras

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Civil Engineering, Finite Element Methods, Numerical Analysis, Program Development, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Simulation and Simulation Software

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      TypeScript Variables and Data Types

      Skills you'll gain: TypeScript, Programming Principles, Web Development Tools, Javascript, Web Language

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      97 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Edureka

      Applied Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Probability Distribution, Predictive Modeling, Seaborn, Statistical Visualization, SQL, Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Inference, Pandas (Python Package), Database Management, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Databases

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Meta

      iOS App Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple iOS, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Interface (UI), Git (Version Control System), Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, User Experience, Wireframing, Application Development, Application Deployment

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to JavaScript

      Skills you'll gain: Javascript, User Interface (UI), Web Development, Web Development Tools, Scripting, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Imperial College London

      Building on the SIR Model

      Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Simulations, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, R Programming, Public Health

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New
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      Duke University

      Data Science with R

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Version Control, Ggplot2, R Programming, Web Scraping, GitHub, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Statistical Methods, Git (Version Control System), Data Wrangling, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Manipulation, Data Integrity, Data Import/Export, Data Collection, Data Cleansing, Data Quality, Data Presentation, Data Literacy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Epic Games

      Visual Development and Audio Design in Games

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Animation and Game Design, 3D Modeling, Prototyping, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Animations, Multimedia, Virtual Environment, Aesthetics

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Free Trial
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      Google Cloud

      Intro to TensorFlow en Español

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Google Cloud Platform, Data Pipelines, Jupyter, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Pandas (Python Package), Supervised Learning, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Manipulation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      137 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      AI Workflow: Machine Learning, Visual Recognition and NLP

      Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Regression Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, IBM Cloud, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Predictive Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Natural Language Processing, Feature Engineering, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Business Metrics, Computer Vision

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      Acupressure

      Skills you'll gain: Contraindication, Personal Care, Patient Treatment, Stress Management, Patient Positioning, Clinical Experience, Patient Evaluation, Patient Education And Counseling, Cultural Sensitivity, Science and Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular c programming courses

    • Gameplay en videojuegos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
    • Análisis estático lineal y no lineal de estructuras: Universidad de los Andes
    • TypeScript Variables and Data Types: Coursera Project Network
    • Applied Data Analytics: Edureka
    • iOS App Capstone: Meta
    • Introduction to JavaScript: Coursera Project Network
    • Building on the SIR Model: Imperial College London
    • Data Science with R: Duke University
    • Visual Development and Audio Design in Games: Epic Games
    • Intro to TensorFlow en Español: Google Cloud

    Why Learn C Programming?

    C is a foundational programming language known for its speed, portability, and control over system resources. It’s widely used in operating systems, embedded devices, and performance-critical applications. Learning C programming can help you build a strong base in computer science, understand how software interacts with hardware, and prepare for more advanced coding challenges.

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    Frequently Asked Questions about C Programming

    Whether you’re learning C programming for software development, systems programming, or academic purposes, having a clear goal can guide your learning. Consistent practice with coding and debugging is critical. Join communities like Stack Overflow or Reddit's r/C_Programming to ask questions and share knowledge. Work on real projects such as creating small programs. Introduction to C and C++ Specialization by Duke University on is a great starting resource.‎

    Top options include C Programming for Beginners from Duke University and C Programming for Everybody from the University of Michigan. These courses cover everything from basic syntax to advanced topics like pointers, memory management, and data structures.‎

    Yes. Many C programming courses offer a free audit option, allowing learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to write C code, understand control structures (like loops and conditionals), use functions, work with arrays and strings, and manage memory with pointers. Some courses also cover debugging and testing C programs.‎

    Not at all. Many courses are designed for beginners and introduce C concepts step by step. However, some familiarity with basic programming logic can be helpful, especially if you want to move on to more advanced topics or other programming languages.‎

    Yes. C programming is fundamental in areas like embedded systems, game development, and operating systems. Coursera courses can help you build job-ready skills, strengthen your programming foundation, and prepare for roles that require low-level programming expertise.‎

    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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