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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Hardware Design, Computer-Aided Design, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, Network Routing, Computational Logic, Electrical Engineering, Data Structures, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Computer Security Incident Management, Network Security, Incident Response, Cryptography, Digital Forensics, Security Requirements Analysis, Penetration Testing, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Modeling, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Management, Exploitation techniques, Data Security, Security Management, Personally Identifiable Information
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Princeton University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Java, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Performance Testing
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Content Management Systems, Web Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Web Design, Retail Management, Order Management, E-Commerce, Marketing Strategies, Blogs, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Content Creation, Dashboard, Email Marketing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Security Controls, AI Orchestration, Google Cloud Platform, Authorization (Computing), Agentic systems, Enterprise Architecture, Authentications, Cloud Deployment, LLM Application, Application Deployment, Enterprise Security, Data Integration, Data Access, Cloud Security, Case Studies, Artificial Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Kubernetes, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Computer Networking, Docker (Software), TCP/IP, Network Routing, Containerization, Network Switches, Firewall, Network Protocols
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools, Color Theory, Typography, Document Management, Design Strategies, User Interface (UI), Productivity Software
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Secure Coding, Application Security, Encryption, Security Controls, Data Security, Database Application, Web Servers, Web Applications, Cryptography, Data Encryption Standard, Authentications, Query Languages, Data Validation, Computer Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Linux Foundation
Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Open Source Technology, Git (Version Control System), Linux, Command-Line Interface, Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Unix Commands, GitHub, Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux Commands, User Accounts, CI/CD, Shell Script, System Configuration, Collaborative Software, Scripting, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Control Systems, Prototyping, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Electronic Components, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Software Installation, Development Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Model View Controller, ASP.NET, OAuth, API Design, Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Services, Authentications, Unit Testing, Back-End Web Development, C# (Programming Language), Web Applications, Authorization (Computing), Data Access, Development Environment, Data Migration, Cloud Computing, Computer Programming, Data Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Responsive Web Design, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Animations, UI Components, Typography, Maintainability, Javascript
Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months