What Is Programming? And How To Get Started
January 28, 2025
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Learn to program in Visual Basic. Master concepts and strategies and begin programming in Visual Basic
Instructor: Aspen Olmsted
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This program is for anyone who is looking to learn the fundamentals of computer programming and related technologies, whether for your own personal knowledge - passionate about data and tech, or to get an entry-level analytics position.
It is intended for anyone with general computer, applications, and internet knowledge.
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Beginner level
This program is for anyone who is looking to learn the fundamentals of computer programming and related technologies, whether for your own personal knowledge - passionate about data and tech, or to get an entry-level analytics position.
It is intended for anyone with general computer, applications, and internet knowledge.
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This specialization is for anyone interested in learning more about computer programming, including the fundamental computer science knowledge and skills required for work in this field. Through 4 courses in this Specialization, you'll develop a foundation in the fundamentals of programming, including knowledge and skills essential for a career in information technology and data science.
You'll use your own computer to install and configure Visual Basic, and after the course you'll be ready to continue working with your new Visual Basic skills!
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Learners will use new skills in various programming assignments designed to help you master the most used features of Visual Basic. Each programming assignment includes a video solution to ensure that you completely understand the concepts and are able to complete the tasks.
Develop computer programs that utilize classes and objects to solve business and mathematical problems
Develop computer programs that utilize collections of variables to solve business and mathematical problems
Model Object Oriented Programs with UML class diagrams
Develop computer programs that utilize classes and objects to solve business and mathematical problems
Develop computer programs that utilize classes and objects to solve business and mathematical problems
Develop computer programs that utilize classes and objects to solve business and mathematical problems
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Each course is scheduled over 4 weeks, and each week will require 5-8 hours of study.
This specialization is intended for anyone with general computer, applications, and internet knowledge.
Because the skills build on one another, it is recommended to take the courses in order.
No, this is not a university course.
Upon completion of the specialization, you'll be able to code in Visual Basic.
This course is completely online, so there’s no need to show up to a classroom in person. You can access your lectures, readings and assignments anytime and anywhere via the web or your mobile device.
If you subscribed, you get a 7-day free trial during which you can cancel at no penalty. After that, we don’t give refunds, but you can cancel your subscription at any time. See our full refund policy.
Yes! To get started, click the course card that interests you and enroll. You can enroll and complete the course to earn a shareable certificate, or you can audit it to view the course materials for free. When you subscribe to a course that is part of a Specialization, you’re automatically subscribed to the full Specialization. Visit your learner dashboard to track your progress.
Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.
When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free. If you cannot afford the fee, you can apply for financial aid.
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