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Programming MOOC Part 1

University of Helsinki

2 recommenders · 2 threads · recommended in 1 year, 2014 · score 1.8

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A free, self-paced introductory programming course from the University of Helsinki, taught in Java, built around exercises with automatic tests and a feedback and help channel run by the course staff.

Commenters say it works well because it is exercise-heavy, with automatic tests that show your errors and quick answers from the university admins, and they describe it as a strong free way to learn Java.

Algorithms & Data Structuresbeginnerfreeself-paced text#java#programming basics#exercises#automatic testing#university of helsinki

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  1. Strongly recommendsnomadProgrammerr/learnprogramming2014in “Need help finding a Java course that fits me”▲ 2

    hey I also tried lots of tutorials, courses and series of videos (Derek BAnas & Udacity's), and some books. The best that has worked for me and please give it a try is this: http://mooc.cs.helsinki.fi/programming-part1 They heavily focus on exercises. They explain a bit then proceed to test if you…

  2. RecommendsOldNedderr/learnprogramming2014in “I want to learn Java, but I don't know where to start learning.”▲ 1

    Here's a free course that I enjoyed, and completed both parts to the end: http://mooc.cs.helsinki.fi/programming-part1 The best part is that the exercises are very well-presented. Work at your own pace. You can supplement this with the Oracle tutorials so that you get more acquainted with…

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