Software Development online courses and MOOCs - student reviews
WE FOUND 857 COURSES
An Introduction to Interactive Programming in Python
This course is designed to be a fun introduction to the basics of programming in Python. Our main focus will be on building simple interactive games such as Pong, Blackjack and Asteroids.
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Patrick Di Justo
7 years, 2 months ago
Wonderful, wonderful course on learning Python. The professors seem to like
teaching the class (and really seem to like each other, which co...
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Introduction to Probability - The Science of Uncertainty
The world is full of uncertainty: accidents, storms, unruly financial markets, noisy communications. The world is also full of data. Probabilistic modeling and the related field of statistical infe...
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h c
4 years, 3 months ago
Incredibly valuable course. Probability is a foundational topic that needs to be thoroughly internalized for follow-on work in the sciences ...
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Introduction to R
With over 2 million users worldwide R is rapidly becoming the leading programming language in statistics and data science. Every year, the number of R users grows by 40%, and an increasing number o...
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kito kid
5 years, 9 months ago
This interactive course is very suitable for total beginner. When I took this
course, I didn't have any R background. But along the way, I p...
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Software Construction: Data Abstraction
This is the third course in the Software Development MicroMasters program . You will learn how to build larger and more complex software systems using the Java programming language.
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Anonymity Preferred
1 year, 7 months ago
The course is reasonably well-organised and applies a very hands-on approach to teaching object-oriented programming (OOP). Examples are mos...
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Machine Learning
Machine learning is the science of getting computers to act without being explicitly programmed. In the past decade, machine learning has given us self-driving cars, practical speech recognition, e...
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P. Lepin
7 years, 3 months ago
An excellent introduction into essential machine learning techniques. The
course is very rich in content, and covers a lot of ground, but do...
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How to Code: Complex Data
As your program requirements get more complex, you will find that simple additions to the design method make it easy to write well-structured and well-tested code that is easy to maintain.
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Anonymity Preferred
1 year, 7 months ago
I continued this course after finishing How to Code: Simple Data and the same, high standard for the prerequisite is being kept in this cour...
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How to Code: Simple Data
This programming course takes a unique approach, as it focuses on learning a systematic programming method rather than a programming language. This practical approach will help you channel your cre...
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Maps and the Geospatial Revolution
Learn how advances in geospatial technology and analytical methods have changed how we do everything, and discover how to make maps and analyze geographic patterns using the latest tools.
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dagush
6 years, 5 months ago
Although I have taken about 8 Coursera courses so far, this one is among the
best I've seen. My previous experience includes a los of OpenSt...
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Introduction to Computational Thinking and Data Science
6.00.2x will teach you how to use computation to accomplish a variety of goals and provides you with a brief introduction to a variety of topics in computational problem solving . This course is ai...
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student
2 years, 9 months ago
This is not a simple or introductory course. Following MIT 6.00.1x, this course continue to discuss the most commonly used algorithms in pro...
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Data Analysis and Statistical Inference
The Coursera course, Data Analysis and Statistical Inference has been revised and is now offered as part of Coursera Specialization “Statistics with R”.
This course introduces you to the discip...
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Greg Hamel
5 years, 10 months ago
Duke’s Data Analysis and Statistical Inference is an introduction to
statistics with an optional computational component using the R program...
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Programming Languages
Investigate the basic concepts behind programming languages, with an emphasis on the techniques and benefits of functional programming. Use the programming languages ML, Racket, and Ruby to learn h...
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Alex Parij
7 years ago
Well after two weeks of hard work I stopped doing homework and later quit the
course. The subject is very interesting, the lectures are very...
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Natural Language Processing
In this class, you will learn fundamental algorithms and mathematical models for processing natural language, and how these can be used to solve practical problems.
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Mikhail Korobov
7 years, 4 months ago
The course was well organized and the instructors are great. Most fun came
from the programming assignments. The great thing about them is t...
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Programming in Scratch
“Although many of the programs designed to teach kids to code are very simplistic, many of them, like Scratch, are suitable for all ages. It doesn't matter how old you are…Get started with the basi...
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posted anonymously
4 years, 12 months ago
sweet!
Introduction to Haptics
Participants in this class will learn how to build, program, and control haptic devices, which are mechatronic devices that allow users to feel virtual or remote environments. In the process, parti...
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One Month Rails
After it's debut in 2013, One Month Rails quickly became one of the most popular coding classes in the world! Now, we're pleased to announce the biggest update ever to our Rails curriculum with thi...
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Linear and Integer Programming
This course will cover the very basic ideas in optimization. Topics include the basic theory and algorithms behind linear and integer linear programming along with some of the important application...
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soesilo wijono
5 years, 9 months ago
I agree this is another one best course from Coursera. Well structured, with a
lot of examples given in the video lecture and PDF slides. Yo...
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Programming for Everybody (Python)
This course aims to teach everyone to learn the basics of programming computers using Python. The course has no pre-requisites and avoids all but the simplest mathematics. Anyone with moderate comp...
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Alexander Smith
5 years, 5 months ago
The course does concentrate on data analysis, as is indicated by the course's
alternate title, Python for Informatics. It does a great job o...
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Computer Science 101
Introduction to Computer Science for a zero-prior-experience audience. Play with little phrases of code to understand what computers are all about.
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posted anonymously
5 years ago
Hi Nick, I just finished CS101 on Coursera. It is, to me, a fantastic
introduction to computer programming. I have gained much, much more in...
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Discrete Optimization
Tired of solving Sudokus by hand? This class teaches you how to solve complex search problems with discrete optimization concepts and algorithms, including constraint programming, local search, and...
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Learn to Program: The Fundamentals
Behind every mouse click and touch-screen tap, there is a computer program that makes things happen. This course introduces the fundamental building blocks of programming and teaches you how to wri...
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Joanna
7 years, 2 months ago
I signed up for several different introductory CS courses (LTP1 and ITPP on
Coursera, CS50x and 6.00x on EdX) and I have to say that this wa...
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Diploma in Web Design
Alison’s free online Diploma in Web Design course is ideal if you’ve always wanted to create your own website but lacked the skills or knowledge to do so. Aimed at both the novice and intermediate ...
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An Introduction to Interactive Programming in Python (Part 1)
This two-part course is designed to be a fun introduction to the basics of programming in Python. Our main focus will be on building simple interactive games such as Pong, Blackjack and Asteroids.
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Introduction to Statistics
This Introduction to Statistics Course uses problem-based learning that shows you how to apply your knowledge in real-world situations. Our Many Ways™learning model feature multiple teachers and ...
- $329
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Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code
Not all programs are created equal. In this course, we'll focus on writing quality code that runs correctly and efficiently. We'll design, code and validate our programs and learn how to compare ...
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UNSW Computing 1 - The Art of Programming
Discover the world of computing, learn software design and development while solving puzzles with world renowned lecturer Richard Buckland.
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Sabermetrics 101: Introduction to Baseball Analytics
This course will cover the theory and the fundamentals of the emerging science of Sabermetrics. We will discuss the game of baseball, not through consensus or a fan’s conventional wisdom, but by se...
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Computer Science 101
CS101 teaches the essential ideas of Computer Science for a zero-prior-experience audience. The course uses small coding experiments in the browser to play with the nature of computers, understandi...
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Mehreen
7 years, 3 months ago
This was the first online course that I took and it really set the standard
for the rest. Nick Parlante is a brilliant instructor whose enth...
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Algorithms, Part II
This course covers the essential information that every serious programmer needs to know about algorithms and data structures, with emphasis on applications and scientific performance analysis of J...
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posted anonymously
6 years, 8 months ago
Bob Sedgewick is pretty gifted in making very difficult ideas understandable.
The programming assignments are spectacular. In one you get to...
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Backend in Node.js
You know JavaScript. Now go fullstack in pure JavaScript.
Node.js is the perfect skill to unlock incredible career opportunities for
software developers. Tech companies like Yahoo, Microsoft, L...
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Algorithms, Part I
This course covers the essential information that every serious programmer needs to know about algorithms and data structures, with emphasis on applications and scientific performance analysis of J...
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Homer Thompson
6 years ago
I said this in my review of Part II, but it applies equally well to Part I:
For anyone who loves programming, this is a truly memorable cour...
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SQL
This mini-course provides comprehensive coverage of the long-accepted standard
query language for relational database systems. It will be available for an
extended period of time. We anticipate t...
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Hamish McWilliam
5 years ago
This mini-course in the [Databases
series](https://class.stanford.edu/courses/DB/2014/SelfPaced/about) from
Stanford Online, looks at the us...
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Introduction to Databases
This course covers database design and the use of database management systems for applications.
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Marcelo Soares
5 years, 7 months ago
This was the first MOOC I took, when it was not self-paced. Professor Widom is
great, and the way it was organized showed me it was possible...
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TechniCity
We live in real-time, technologically enhanced cities. Explore the sweeping changes that our cities are undergoing as a result of networks, sensors, and communication technology.
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Initiation à la programmation (en Java)
Ce cours initie à la programmation en utilisant le langage Java. Il ne présuppose pas de connaissance préalable. Les aspects plus avancés (programmation orientée objet) sont donnés dans un cours su...
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Functional Programming Principles in Scala
Functional programming is becoming increasingly widespread in industry. This trend is driven by the adoption of Scala as the main programming language for many applications. Scala fuses functional ...
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Ruslan Bes
7 years, 1 month ago
Wikipedia has a very short and humble article about the instructor: "He
designed the Scala programming language and Generic Java". It was en...
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Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I)
This course begins a series of classes illustrating the power of computing in modern biology. Please join us on the frontier of bioinformatics to look for hidden messages in DNA without ever needin...
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Steven Frank
3 years, 11 months ago
This course begins a six-part series on bioinformatics algorithms that works its way through the excellent textbook written by Professors Pe...
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Web Development
Try to picture yourself sitting down with your computer, ready to start developing a fully functional web application for the first time, available online for millions to use. “Where should I even ...
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Sean
6 years, 3 months ago
Pros: covers topics like HTTP, securely storing cookies and passwords, scaling
websites Cons: No lessons on javascript and CSS coverage was ...
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UX Design
User Experience Design is one of the newest and fastest growing disciplines in
today’s tech market. But how do you learn it? The answer is here at
CareerFoundry.
* Mentored: Guidance from an ex...
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Probabilistic Graphical Models
In this class, you will learn the basics of the PGM representation and how to construct them, using both human knowledge and machine learning techniques.
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Roman Shapovalov
6 years, 4 months ago
This course gets quite diverse reviews. Probably, some students had
incorrectly estimated the difficulty and/or practical importance of the
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How Green Is That Product? An Introduction to Life Cycle Environmental Assessment
In this course you will learn the basics of the life-cycle assessment (LCA) method for holistic environmental analysis of products, technologies, and systems. LCA sheds light on the environmental i...
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Computer Networks
The Internet is a computer network that millions of people use every day. Understand the design strategies used to solve computer networking problems while you learn how the Internet works.
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6 years, 7 months ago
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not relevant to subject, and worse, encourages sexism. For that ...
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Git Real
Learn more advanced Git by practicing the concepts of Git version control. Increase your Git knowledge by learning more advanced systems within Git.
- $29/mo
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ChemaGallego
5 years, 11 months ago
As a absolute beginner with Git I was searching for a good introduction for
this software and I found 'Try Git' and I liked very much, so I ...
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CoffeeScript
Learn CoffeeScript, the powerful little language that compiles into JavaScript. Take a sip of our CoffeeScript tutorial & learn to get more done with less code.
- $29/mo
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Journey Into Mobile
Learn mobile web design with mobile-first, adaptive, and responsive web design concepts. Review the best practices with our Journey into Mobile course.
- $29/mo
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Greg Hamel
6 years, 1 month ago
This is a great little course on developing for the mobile web with fluid,
adaptive and responsive design. It will take around 1.5 to 3 hour...
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Intro to Theoretical Computer Science
This class teaches you about basic concepts in theoretical computer science -- such as NP-completeness -- and what they imply for solving tough algorithmic problems.
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Greg Hamel
6 years, 5 months ago
Introduction to theoretical computer science is all about identifying and
tackling hard problems. The quality of the material and instructio...
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VLSI CAD: Logic to Layout
A modern VLSI chip has a zillion parts -- logic, control, memory, interconnect, etc. How do we design these complex chips? Answer: CAD software tools. Learn how to build these tools in this class.
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Bhaumik
6 years, 7 months ago
Since I am a student of VLSI and Computer Engineering, my course structure was
designed by keeping in mind subjects of both the fields. This...
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Try R
Learn the R programming language for data analysis and visualization. This software programming language is great for statistical computing and graphics.
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Arvind Maharajan
7 years, 2 months ago
Very Engaging. Way better than all the other courses out there. The step by
step learning process helps in better retention. Doing this cour...
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Applied Cryptography
Cryptography is present in everyday life, from paying with a credit card to using the telephone. Learn all about making and breaking puzzles in computing.
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Ruslan Bes
7 years, 1 month ago
I took this course after the Dan Boneh's "Cryptography" class so I want to
compare them a little bit. This class is much more practical than...
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Try jQuery
Learn the basics of jQuery 2.0, a JavaScript library, to modify elements on the page and improve user interaction.
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eHealth – Opportunities and Challenges
KIeHealthX will introduce students to the field of eHealth and its opportunities and challenges. During the course you will get to know the different concepts that are used in the field and learn h...
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