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Introduction to Career Skills in Software Development

With Annyce Davis Liked by 9,387 users
Duration: 2h 2m Skill level: Beginner Released: 8/12/2022

Course details

Are you ready to take the first step on your journey as a computer programmer? Maybe you want to land a new job or change careers to a different industry. Whatever your goals, you don’t need a tech background to get started with programming today. In this course, instructor Annyce Davis gives you a comprehensive, behind-the-scenes look at what it’s really like to be a programmer, from basic concepts and core professional skills, to landing your first role and advancing your career.

Discover the power of computing in projects and technical roles, as you prepare for the Microsoft GSI Programming Foundations certificate exam. Learn about a week in the life of a programmer working in software development. Explore tools of the trade and various programming languages with a crash course in Python, the object-oriented programming language that’s beginner-friendly and easy to use. Upon completing this course, you’ll be ready to rewrite your resume and kick off your job hunt today.

This course is part of a Professional Certificate from Microsoft.

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  • Alimpika Hazarika Alimpika Hazarika

    Alimpika Hazarika

    Attended Pcps girls polytechnic

    5/5 May 16, 2025
    im very happly to do this course
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  • Linda Kathambi Linda Kathambi

    Linda Kathambi

    GIS & Remote Sensing Specialist | Urban Planner | Carbon Mapping Expert | Project Manager | Founder - Citifarm Systems

    5/5 May 12, 2025
    The foundations and principles that guide you in understanding programming are so well explained. This is one of those courses that makes you realize programming isn’t hard—it just requires time, consistency, and patience. With dedication, you'll soon find yourself enjoying the process of solving problems through code.
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  • Esther M. Esther M.

    Esther M.

    Aspiring Software Engineer/Student at Embu University / Developing skills in back-end web development/ Interested in cyber security & AI

    5/5 May 6, 2025
    The instructor explained complex topics clearly and provided helpful examples.
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  • Test your knowledge 8 quizzes
  • Learn on the go Access on tablet and phone
  • Stay up to date Continuing Education Units

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