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    Explore Scratch for beginner programming. Learn to create interactive stories, games, and animations using this visual programming language.

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      University of Toronto

      Introduction To Swift Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Objective-C (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Image Analysis

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.4K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      操作系统原理(Operating Systems)

      Skills you'll gain: File Systems, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, System Programming, Computer Systems, Peripheral Devices, Unix, Computer Science, Performance Tuning, Linux, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      363 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Create Social Media Visuals for Business

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Facebook, Content Creation, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Instagram, Data Visualization, Digital Publishing, Brand Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Biology, Medical Terminology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      C

      Codio

      C++ Basics: Selection and Iteration

      Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Pseudocode

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      937 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Packt

      Learn Man in the Middle Attacks from Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, General Networking, Vulnerability Management, Linux, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Software Installation, Virtual Machines, Network Analysis

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      G

      Google

      Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate

      Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Story, Ideation, Usability, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Research, Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Competitive Analysis, User Flows, Persona Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Packt

      Machine Learning: Random Forest with Python from Scratch©

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Applied Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Feature Engineering, Data Cleansing, Supervised Learning, Python Programming, Data Processing, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package)

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Packt

      Cryptography: Learn Public Key Infrastructure from Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Encryption, Windows Servers, Web Servers, Key Management, Authentications, Cybersecurity, Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Data Integrity

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps

      Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Linux Commands, Linux, Scripting, DevOps, File Management, Unix, Command-Line Interface

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      77 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Python Basics: Create a Guessing Number Game from Scratch

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Scripting, Computer Programming, Scripting Languages

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      122 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Deep Learning with PyTorch : Generative Adversarial Network

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      90 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular scratch courses

    • Introduction To Swift Programming: University of Toronto
    • 操作系统原理(Operating Systems): Peking University
    • Use Canva to Create Social Media Visuals for Business: Coursera Project Network
    • Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems: University of Michigan
    • C++ Basics: Selection and Iteration: Codio
    • Learn Man in the Middle Attacks from Scratch: Packt
    • Start the UX Design Process: Empathize, Define, and Ideate: Google
    • Machine Learning: Random Forest with Python from Scratch©: Packt
    • Cryptography: Learn Public Key Infrastructure from Scratch: Packt
    • Linux: Introduction to Shell Scripting for DevOps: Coursera Project Network

    Frequently Asked Questions about Scratch

    MIT Media Lab’s Scratch is a computer programming language that was originally designed to teach kids coding in a format that’s easy to understand. That’s why one of Scratch’s standout qualities is that it lets you manipulate code and other programming elements using graphic modules instead of text-based commands. Its innovative visual interface offers an effective way to design projects, and your learning will benefit from its intuitive drag-and-drop operation. Scratch’s accessibility makes it a great foundation for sparking curiosity about other programming skills and languages, too.‎

    Learning Scratch helps you get familiar with essential coding concepts before you move onto the more complex programming languages. It's like entering the world of computer programming by wading into the shallow end instead of making a cannonball leap into the deeper waters. Scratch equips you with a sturdy foundation on which to build your future programming-language fluency and gets you acquainted with processes that you’ll continue to apply throughout your time creating programs. It’s great for experimentation, giving you the opportunity to get hands-on and learn by experiencing and testing, not just reading or listening. In learning Scratch programming, you’ll feel more empowered to explore other areas of programming, should you choose to, but you’ll also have the full ability to express your ideas in games and animations with Scratch alone.‎

    Like most programming languages, Scratch is an ideal tool to learn when you’re in pursuit of a career in coding. But “computer programmer” isn’t a one-size-fits-all profession, and there are dozens of areas of specialization that fit under the broader umbrella of coding jobs. You might work as a web developer who designs both the functions and appearance of websites. A career as an app developer who designs games that work on different devices can allow you to focus specifically on applying your skills with Scratch in the real world. And work as a software developer, too, can provide opportunities to work with Scratch and other languages as you create programs that solve problems and meet needs.‎

    If you’re new to the world of programming, taking an online course provides you with an exciting introduction to the fundamentals of computer coding. You’ll learn the basics of this visual programming language and the ways it can encourage you to think like a software engineer — a valuable ability if you’re using this coursework as a springboard to build apps or work as a programmer. Plus, you’ll gain all this new knowledge — and important skills you’ll put into practice — in an online format that’s easy to follow and adaptable to suit your availability.‎

    Online Scratch courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Scratch skills. Choose from a wide range of Scratch courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Scratch, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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