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    Learn coding fundamentals for starting your programming journey. Understand basic concepts and write simple programs in languages like Python and JavaScript.

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      Rice University

      Python Programming Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Python Programming, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging

      4.8
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      3.5K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yonsei University

      Learn to Speak Korean 1

      Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      12K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Data Management, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Data Validation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      IBM AI Foundations for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Mining, Generative AI, Big Data, Information Architecture, Strategic Decision-Making, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing, Data Analysis, Data Science, ChatGPT, Digital Transformation, Data Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Process Automation, Data Architecture, Natural Language Processing, Market Opportunities, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Python for Beginners: Variables and Strings

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Programming Principles, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      53 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Data Visualization, Depreciation, Data Management, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Statistical Modeling, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Predictive Modeling, Financial Modeling, Analysis, Microsoft Word, Business Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Business Intelligence (BI) Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Data Presentation, Infographics, Data Visualization, Dashboard, OpenAI, Data Storytelling, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Content Creation, SQL, Data Analysis, Business Ethics, IBM Cloud, Natural Language Processing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      National Taiwan University

      Learning Chinese : Start From Scratch (零到一學中文)

      Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      550 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IBM

      Generative AI for Data Scientists

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, OpenAI, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Data Storytelling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Modeling, Data Presentation, Predictive Analytics, Data Science, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, IBM Cloud, Machine Learning

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Structured Query Language (SQL)

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Database Systems, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Administration, Data Analysis, Database Application, Data Access, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Data Modeling, Data Integrity

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      4.7
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Introduction to Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Web Development, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Artificial Intelligence, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Application Development, Scientific Visualization

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Excel for Beginners: Pivot Tables

      Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Google Sheets

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      152 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Python Programming Essentials: Rice University
    • Learn to Speak Korean 1: Yonsei University
    • Everyday Excel, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
    • IBM AI Foundations for Business: IBM
    • Python for Beginners: Variables and Strings: Coursera Project Network
    • Everyday Excel: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Generative AI for Business Intelligence (BI) Analysts: IBM
    • Learning Chinese : Start From Scratch (零到一學中文): National Taiwan University
    • Generative AI for Data Scientists: IBM
    • The Structured Query Language (SQL): University of Colorado Boulder

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