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PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS COURSE

Your easy and risk-free programming start

From Zero knowledge to developer -
your journey begins here

Krassen Valkov

Alpha C# alumni

From student to software
engineer at Bede Gaming

Your career transformation journey

Fundamentals optional

Beginner? We'll help you prepare for the Alpha exam.

Entrance Exam

Complete your Alpha application and pass the entrance exam

Alpha Program

Study in Alpha, the leading 6-month practical IT career kickstart training

New Career

Graduate from Alpha with the skills to launch your junior dev career

WHO IS IT FOR

From Fundamentals to Developer

Discover if programming is your passion! Try our risk-free fundamentals — whether testing if programming is for you or preparing for the Alpha entrance exam, this course is THE best first step in your coding journey.

Zero coding experience needed - write your first lines with us

Open to all backgrounds and experience levels

Basic computer skills desired: internet use and computer operation

Basic English language proficiency

You already have the fundamentals?

Already mastered the fundamentals? You are ready for Alpha – our 6-month program crafted to propel you into a junior developer career.

Verify your skills

PERSONALIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE

Start programming in two quick steps

Exploring programming or gearing up for Alpha? Choose the steps that
suit you best, get the same great results.

1. Choose your starting technology

Don't worry, you can't go wrong, all are excellent choices!

Java

Ideal for large-scale, enterprise and web apps. A primary language for Android.

JavaScript

Best for front-end web development, interactive pages, and apps. Suitable for back-end.

C#

Microsoft-backed, ideal for .NET, Windows, web apps, and Unity game development.

Python

Excellent for web development, data analysis, machine learning, and artificial intelligence.

QA

Ideal for the naturally curious seeking an IT career beyond traditional programming.

2. Choose the best format for you

Java Fundamentals

Instructor-led

Commitment

Fixed classes with required participation

Schedule

7 sessions (3-4 hrs. each) with required attendance, plus 4-5 hrs. weekly for self-preparation and assignments.

Support

Small buddy groups with mentors and lead trainer

Best for

People who prefer to learn in a guided way, featuring live interactions with instructors and peers

Enrol by

This course has already started.
Reserve your spot for the next one

Course starts

This course has already started.
Reserve your spot for the next one

Alpha Exam Date*

Regular: Feb 12

*The Alpha exam is only required if you plan to enroll in the 6-month Alpha program after the fundamentals course, which prepares you for a junior developer career.

Curriculum

XX interactive lessons | XX exercises | X projects | XX hours

Programming basics, including viables, functions, and loops
How to develop simple programs
Essential tools like Git, IDEs, and more
How to use ChatGPT and Copilot for learning
How to ace the Alpha entrance exam

Course outcomes

Learn programming fundamentals
Develop simple programs
Gain confidence in pursuing programming as a career
Prepare for the Alpha entrance exam

Get started:

Java
Instructor-led Fundamentals

or
Get ready on your own

Get ready for the entrance exam with our free self-preparation materials.
Also, test your skills with these mock exams

JavaScript Fundamentals

Instructor-led

Commitment

Fixed classes with required participation

Schedule

7 sessions (3-4 hrs. each) with required attendance, plus 4-5 hrs. weekly for self-preparation and assignments.

Support

Small buddy groups with mentors and lead trainer

Best for

People who prefer to learn in a guided way, featuring live interactions with instructors and peers

Enrol by

This course has already started.
Reserve your spot for the next one

Course starts

This course has already started.
Reserve your spot for the next one

Alpha Exam Date*

Regular: Feb 12

*The Alpha exam is only required if you plan to enroll in the 6-month Alpha program after the fundamentals course, which prepares you for a junior developer career.

Curriculum

XX interactive lessons | XX exercises | X projects | XX hours

Programming basics, including viables, functions, and loops
How to develop simple programs
Essential tools like Git, IDEs, and more
How to use ChatGPT and Copilot for learning
How to ace the Alpha entrance exam

Course outcomes

Learn programming fundamentals
Develop simple programs
Gain confidence in pursuing programming as a career
Prepare for the Alpha entrance exam

Get started:

JavaScript
Instructor-led Fundamentals

or
Get ready on your own

Get ready for the entrance exam with our free self-preparation materials.
Also, test your skills with these mock exams

C# Fundamentals

Instructor-led

Commitment

Fixed classes with required participation

Schedule

7 sessions (3-4 hrs. each) with required attendance, plus 4-5 hrs. weekly for self-preparation and assignments.

Support

Small buddy groups with mentors and lead trainer

Best for

People who prefer to learn in a guided way, featuring live interactions with instructors and peers

Enrol by

This course has already started.
Reserve your spot for the next one

Course starts

This course has already started.
Reserve your spot for the next one

Alpha Exam Date*

Regular: Feb 12

*The Alpha exam is only required if you plan to enroll in the 6-month Alpha program after the fundamentals course, which prepares you for a junior developer career.

Curriculum

XX interactive lessons | XX exercises | X projects | XX hours

Programming basics, including viables, functions, and loops
How to develop simple programs
Essential tools like Git, IDEs, and more
How to use ChatGPT and Copilot for learning
How to ace the Alpha entrance exam

Course outcomes

Learn programming fundamentals
Develop simple programs
Gain confidence in pursuing programming as a career
Prepare for the Alpha entrance exam

Get started:

C#
Instructor-led Fundamentals

or
Get ready on your own

Get ready for the entrance exam with our free self-preparation materials.
Also, test your skills with these mock exams

Python Fundamentals

Self-paced

Instructor-led

Commitment

Learn individually, at your own pace

Fixed classes with required participation

Schedule

Fully flexible - no set schedule, 5-6 hours weekly for self-preparation. Complete in 4-8 weeks based on your progress.

7 sessions (3-4 hrs. each) with required attendance, plus 4-5 hrs. weekly for self-preparation and assignments.

Support

Community of mentors

Small buddy groups with mentors and lead trainer

Best for

Self-disciplined and motivated people with busy schedules willing to explore programming

People who prefer to learn in a guided way, featuring live interactions with instructors and peers

Enrol by

Any time

January 14

Course starts

Start any time with full access to the self-paced materials

Fixed start Jan 24 (6:00 pm - 9:00 pm) with following sessions Jan 27, and Feb 3, 10, 17, 24, and Mar 2 (10:00 am - 1:00 pm)

Alpha Exam Date*

Early Bird: Jan 16 Regular: Mar 12

Regular: Mar 12

*The Alpha exam is only required if you plan to enroll in the 6-month Alpha program after the fundamentals course, which prepares you for a junior developer career.

Curriculum

XX interactive lessons | XX exercises | X projects | XX hours

Programming basics, including viables, functions, and loops
How to develop simple programs
Essential tools like Git, IDEs, and more
How to use ChatGPT and Copilot for learning
How to ace the Alpha entrance exam

Course outcomes

Learn programming fundamentals
Develop simple programs
Gain confidence in pursuing programming as a career
Prepare for the Alpha entrance exam

Get started:

Python
Self-paced Fundamentals

Python
Instructor-led Fundamentals

QA Fundamentals

Instructor-led

Commitment

Fixed classes with required participation

Schedule

7 sessions (3-4 hrs. each) with required attendance, plus 4-5 hrs. weekly for self-preparation and assignments.

Support

Small buddy groups with mentors and lead trainer

Best for

People who prefer to learn in a guided way, featuring live interactions with instructors and peers

Enrol by

This course has already started.
Reserve your spot for the next one

Course starts

This course has already started.
Reserve your spot for the next one

Alpha Exam Date*

Regular: Feb 12

*The Alpha exam is only required if you plan to enroll in the 6-month Alpha program after the fundamentals course, which prepares you for a junior developer career.

Curriculum

XX interactive lessons | XX exercises | X projects | XX hours

Programming basics, including viables, functions, and loops
How to develop simple programs
Essential tools like Git, IDEs, and more
How to use ChatGPT and Copilot for learning
How to ace the Alpha entrance exam

Course outcomes

Learn programming fundamentals
Develop simple programs
Gain confidence in pursuing programming as a career
Prepare for the Alpha entrance exam

Get started:

QA
Instructor-led Fundamentals

or
Get ready on your own

Get ready for the entrance exam with our free self-preparation materials.
Also, test your skills with these mock exams

Meet our alumni

Our alumni jumpstart their careers in some
of the best tech companies.

For me, the course has been incredibly helpful. If I had to sum it up in just one word, it would be EXCELLENT!
Kristian Karaivanov
from an actor to Junior Software Developer, Americaneagle.com

I am extremely happy with this experience. Keep doing what you are doing because you are changing lives in a very positive direction. Providing people with the opportunity to start anew and helping them advance in their careers efficiently is admirable.
Van Nguen
from production employee to developer at HP

You guys are great. Keep up the excellent work, and I can't wait to be part of the students who graduated from this perfect Academy!
Dimitar Markov
from International Relations and no previous programming experience to Junior Full Stack developer at The Coca-Cola Company

14+

years experience

97%

would recommend us

97%

credit us for their success

99%

job-seeking graduates
hired

100%

consider their Telerik Academy education a good investment

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Your easy and risk-free programming start

From Fundamentals to Developer

What you'll learn in Fundamentals?

Why the Fundamentals course?

You already have the fundamentals?

Can you solve these tasks in a limited amount of time?

Start programming in two quick steps

1. Choose your starting technology

Java

JavaScript

C#

Python

QA

2. Choose the best format for you

Meet our alumni

Ready to start?

FAQ

I'm new to tech - do I need any programming experience to take the programming fundamentals course?

What is the difference between Self-paced and Instructor-led?

What will I learn in the programming fundamentals course?

What is Telerik Academy Alpha?

Is the fundamentals course a mandatory step for entering Alpha?

Is the programming fundamentals course a lightweight version of Alpha?

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