What are the best JavaScript courses online?

Browse the JavaScript courses below—popular starting points on Coursera. Programming with JavaScript: Meta Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript: IBM Introduction to JavaScript Programming: Microsoft JavaScript Programming Essentials: IBM JavaScript Essentials: From Basics to DOM: Packt JavaScript for Beginners: University of California, Davis

Can I take free JavaScript courses on Coursera?

Yes. You can start learning JavaScript on Coursera for free in two ways: Preview the first module of many JavaScript courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available). Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial. If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in JavaScript, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.

What will I learn in a JavaScript course?

You’ll learn JavaScript syntax, data types, functions, loops, and object-oriented programming . Courses often include practical projects to help you apply these concepts in web development , including adding interactivity to web pages and working with APIs .

Do I need coding experience to start learning JavaScript?

Not at all. Many JavaScript courses on Coursera are beginner-friendly and start with the basics. There are also intermediate and advanced courses for learners who want to deepen their understanding and explore frameworks like React or Node.js .

Can Coursera’s JavaScript courses help me build a web development career?

Yes. JavaScript is a core technology in web development and a must-have skill for frontend and full stack developers . Coursera courses can help you build job-ready skills, create a portfolio of projects, and earn certificates to strengthen your resume.

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Packt
Advanced JavaScript Concepts
Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Javascript, Software Design, Maintainability, Scripting Languages, Application Development, Event-Driven Programming, Prototyping
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
IBM
JavaScript Full Stack Capstone Project
Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Full-Stack Web Development, MongoDB, Application Design, Cloud Applications, Node.JS, React.js, DevOps, NoSQL, Database Management, Kubernetes, Front-End Web Development, Software Architecture, Application Development, Authorization (Computing), Back-End Web Development, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), GitHub, Javascript
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
36 reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
IBM
JavaScript Back-end Capstone Project
Skills you'll gain: Containerization, Node.JS, CI/CD, Kubernetes, MongoDB, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Restful API, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Deployment, Continuous Integration, Server Side, Microservices, NoSQL, Software Technical Review, Application Programming Interface (API), Continuous Deployment, Databases, Database Management, Secure Coding
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Scrimba
Learn Advanced React
Skills you'll gain: React.js, Routing Protocols, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Front-End Web Development, UI Components, Performance Tuning, Debugging, Javascript, Software Design Patterns, Real Time Data, Authentications
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Coursera Project Network
Modern JavaScript: Iterators and Generators
Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Data Structures, Scripting, Computer Programming
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Status: New
Status: Free Trial
Packt
Advanced Development, Deployment, and Cloud Integration
Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, ASP.NET, Microsoft Azure, Software Architecture, Authentications, Application Design, User Interface (UI), Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Development Tools, Application Development, Database Development, Maintainability, Model View Controller, Web Servers, Debugging, Data Validation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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Edureka
Advanced API Technologies
Skills you'll gain: API Gateway, GraphQL, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Microservices, CI/CD, Restful API, Cloud API, Node.JS, Scalability, Secure Coding, Authentications, Containerization, Software Architecture, Real Time Data, Kubernetes, Event-Driven Programming
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free Trial
Codio
Advanced Django: Mastering Django and Django Rest Framework
Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Performance Tuning, Postman API Platform, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Validation, React.js, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, PostgreSQL, Object-Relational Mapping, API Design, Scalability, Application Frameworks, JSON, Full-Stack Web Development, Unit Testing, Development Testing, Web Development, Python Programming
4.6
Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
158 reviews
Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: Free Trial
Board Infinity
Holistic Web Development: Responsive UIs, Logic, Deployment
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Database Systems, Front-End Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Full-Stack Web Development, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Authentications, Web Applications, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development, Web Servers, Usability, Authorization (Computing), Microservices, Mobile Development, UI Components, Performance Tuning
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Google Cloud
Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Develop Pipelines
Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Data Processing, Real Time Data, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Transformation, Jupyter, Google Cloud Platform, JSON, SQL
4
Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
43 reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Google Cloud
Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow: Develop Pipelines en Español
Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Real Time Data, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Jupyter, Google Cloud Platform, Data Transformation, JSON, SQL, Analytics, Application Programming Interface (API)
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Packt
Full-Stack Web Development with SvelteKit & Supabase
Skills you'll gain: UI Components, Application Deployment, Database Management, Databases, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Applications, Authentications, Front-End Web Development, Application Development, Back-End Web Development, User Interface (UI), OAuth, User Accounts, TypeScript, Responsive Web Design
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks