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    C programming courses can help you learn how to write efficient, low-level code used in systems programming, embedded systems, and software development.

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      Board Infinity

      Learning MEAN Stack by Building Real world Application

      Skills you'll gain: Angular, Node.JS, Full-Stack Web Development, HTML and CSS, MongoDB, Back-End Web Development, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Maintainability, Restful API, Front-End Web Development, Server Side, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Application Deployment, Application Development, Middleware, Authentications, Web Design and Development, Web Applications

      4.1
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      53 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Data Science for Health Research

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Rmarkdown, Statistical Modeling, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Visualization Software, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Ggplot2, Data Wrangling, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Scatter Plots, Data Manipulation, Predictive Analytics, Correlation Analysis, Histogram, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Architecting Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure with Anthos

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, CI/CD, Serverless Computing, Multi-Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Application Deployment, Cloud-Native Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Containerization, Network Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Continuous Deployment, Cloud Management, Cloud Applications, Microservices, Continuous Integration, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Event-Driven Programming

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM COBOL Core

      Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Report Writing, Debugging, Software Testing, Maintainability, Business Logic, Data Structures, Data Maintenance, File Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      55 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fractal Analytics

      Generative AI Essentials: A Comprehensive Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Interactive Learning, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Automation

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Introducción al desarrollo de back-end

      Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), User Interface (UI), HTML and CSS, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Web Applications, React.js, Back-End Web Development, Javascript

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      288 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fractal Analytics

      Python for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Data Wrangling, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Jupyter, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Descriptive Statistics, Data Transformation, Applied Machine Learning, Data Cleansing, Python Programming

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      45 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Corporate Finance Institute

      Financial Statements in Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Snowflake Schema, Power BI, Financial Statements, Business Intelligence, Financial Reporting, Cash Flows, Microsoft Excel, Financial Data, Data Modeling, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, SQL, Data Import/Export

      4.7
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      SQL Window Functions for Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: SQL, PostgreSQL, Query Languages, Database Management, Database Systems, Data Manipulation

      4.7
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      36 reviews

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      Amazon

      Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Analysis, Version Control, Application Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Systems Development, Software Development, Unified Modeling Language, Software Testing, JUnit, Agile Methodology, Spring Framework, Code Review, Maintainability, Debugging, Java, Technical Design, User Story, User Interface (UI) Design

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      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Infosec

      JavaScript Security Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Application Security, Web Applications, Javascript, Web Development, Node.JS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Basic Statistics in Python (Correlations and T-tests)

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Box Plots, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization, Scatter Plots, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming

      4.4
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Learning MEAN Stack by Building Real world Application: Board Infinity
    • Data Science for Health Research: University of Michigan
    • Architecting Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure with Anthos: Google Cloud
    • IBM COBOL Core: IBM
    • Generative AI Essentials: A Comprehensive Introduction: Fractal Analytics
    • Introducción al desarrollo de back-end: Meta
    • Python for Data Science: Fractal Analytics
    • Financial Statements in Power BI: Corporate Finance Institute
    • SQL Window Functions for Analytics: Coursera Project Network
    • Application Development: Amazon

    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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