Learn How to Code
New to coding? Start here and learn programming fundamentals that can be helpful for any language you learn.
Skill level
BeginnerTime to complete
Approx. 6 hoursCertificate of completion
Included with paid plansPrerequisites
None
About this course
Programming is all around us, from the take-out we order to the movies we stream. Whether you’re about to start your journey as a developer or just want to increase your digital literacy, knowing the basics of coding will be beneficial to your career. Instead of teaching a specific programming language, this course teaches programming fundamentals that can be helpful for any language you learn.
Skills you'll gain
Build a programming foundation
Learn variables and functions
Understand control flow
Syllabus
7 lessons • 0 projects • 7 quizzesHands-on learning
Don’t just watch or read about someone else coding — write your own code live in our online, interactive platform. You’ll even get AI-driven recommendations on what you need to review to help keep you on track.
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- This course has been a great icebreaker into the world of programming for me! Having a visual overview of basic concepts really helps me feel equipped to learn more. I didn't even know if I'd be capable of understanding anything about coding, but this course has really boosted my confidence. I'm ready for the next thing!Ren M.Verified Learner
- I appreciated how it explained the concepts to me in an easy-to-understand manner. Then as I got towards the end of the course it actually had me code the lesson so I could see it in action.Brandon H.Verified Learner
- It serves as a starting point for a beginner like me and I find it very easy to understand the concepts. I have tried other learning platforms previously but always cannot finish the whole course as the content was either too deep or too dry for a beginner. Thank you so much Codecademy for providing such a beginner-friendly platform.LauVerified Learner
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Practice Projects
Guided projects that help you solidify the skills and concepts you're learning.Assessments
Auto-graded quizzes and immediate feedback help you reinforce your skills as you learn.Certificate of Completion
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Frequently asked questions about How to Code
Coding involves giving a computer a set of instructions to execute using a programming language like Python or Java. While each programming language has its own way of giving instructions, they all use the fundamental programming concepts covered in this course.