It is no surprise that e- Learning platforms are growing at an unprecedented rate. In fact, the worldwide e- learning market will be worth $325 Billion in 2025. Until now, e- learning platforms were seen as an alternative or complementary tool to conventional education, just for students. However, most adults have a habit of overlooking their potential for professionals. Increasingly, e- learning platforms are becoming a go to place for individuals looking for skilling and upskilling. 

Invariably, techies and developers form a great chunk of this audience. Thus, e- learning platforms are becoming useful for techies to upgrade their technical and coding skills. Invariably, they have to be up to date with the market, without burning a hole in their pockets. Undoubtedly, e- learning platforms are the new age teachers to boost your skills. Thus, this teachers’ day, we present to you a list of top e- learning platforms that techies and developers must explore to fast track their career-

Udacity

With solutions for individuals and enterprises, Udacity is a great place for techies looking to learn or upgrade their technical skills. As a result, coding professionals get the opportunity to lay their hands on fresh off the ground industry projects with a mentor oversight. Consequently, with 1.6 Million users, Udacity is an effective and flexible learning environment for all budding coders.

Programs: Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cloud Computing, Programming & Development, Autonomous Systems, Business Growth, Career Growth

Price: Udacity offers 200 free courses that do not come with certification. On the other hand, Udacity’s Nanodegrees carry a micro-credentials and range from $199 to $2400

“I was a commerce student and wanted to change my career to developing for Android. Udacity helped me learn everything I needed to become an Android developer starting from basics to expert level.”

– Lokesh, ECHOSENSE TECHNOLOGIES

Pluralsight

Helping people build a career out of their passion, Pluralsight helps individuals learn in demand technology skills. Moving beyond the confines of classroom learning, this e- learning platform offers on demand video sessions and interactive courses with global subject matter experts. Finally, accounting for over 695,000 total users, Pluralsight helps individuals and organizations build technology skills at scale.

Programs: Software Development, IT Ops, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning/ AI, Data Professional, Business Professional, Information & Cybersecurity, 

Price: The professional plan is prices at $499/ user billed annually. For the enterprise plan, it comes at $699/ user billed annually. 

“I know what good quality instruction is, and Pluralsight’s got it. The content is just fantastic.”

– Paul Baker, Senior Web Analyst

Udemy

As a comprehensive e- learning platform, Udemy offers courses and certifications for a wide range of domains. Consequently, Udemy for business helps organizations and enterprises bridge the skills gap. Furthermore, the objective of courses at Udemy is to facilitate innovation. In addition, the platform as a whole serves 30 Million students with 50,000 instructors.

Programs: AWS Certification, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, Ethical Hacking, Cisco CCNA, Cyber Security, Linux, CompTIA A+, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, CompTIA Security+, Windows Server

Price: Udemy for Business Team Plan is priced as an annual subscription at $240 per person per year with a minimum of 5 users required for purchase

“By using Udemy for Business, all of our employees can take courses on their own time and are immersed in an extended C21 community, working and growing together in a learning environment that is convenient to their busy schedules.”

– David Birnbaum, VP OF LEARNING, Century 21

edX

A repository of 2000+ courses from 140 leading international institutions, edX offers learning materials for individuals and businesses. As a leading e- learning platform, edX aims to empower individuals to learn on their own terms. Brain child of alumni from MIT and Harvard, this e- learning platform is home to over 20 Million learners globally. 

Programs: Python, Javascript, Data Science, HTML, CSS, C, C++, Java, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, IoT

Price: The pricing for a verified track ranges from $50 USD to $300 USD, depending upon the level of expertise for the course in question

“After completing the Big Data MicroMasters Program from edX, I got a new job at the CSIRO (The Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation) as a Science Performance Analyst.”

– Tadro, a Chemical Engineer from Australia

Coursera 

An e- learning platform offering specializations and degrees from 146 global institutions, Coursera has been helping developers upskill and reskill their technical domain. Most suited for individuals and enterprises seeking to build hard skills from esteemed universities, but face challenges in approaching the same. As a result, Coursera has over 23 Million registered users, leveraging their 1600 courses.

Programs: AI for Everyone, Introduction to TensorFlow, Neural Networks and Deep Learning, Machine Learning, R Programming, Intro to Programming with Matlab, Data Analysis with Python, AWS Fundamentals: Going Cloud Native, Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals, Python, Data Science

Price: Courses at Coursera are free to audit. However,  an access to certifications and assignments comes at a cost of $39-79 per month

“In partnership with Coursera, UNE Academy will help Maine people of all ages master the soft and hard skills to enter new professions and move up in their careers.”

– Jay Collier, FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR, University of New England

Lynda.com

Lynda.com is an online learning platform offering video courses to facilitate software, creative and business skills. Now Lynda.com is LinkedIn Learning. Undoubtedly, not only does it come with the quality of its former brand, but also carries a credibility of LinkedIn. Additionally, this e- learning platform is home to 17 Million enterprise users focusing on professional development

Programs: Network Administration, Cloud Computing, Big Data , Operating Systems, Security, Enterprise Content Management, Business Intelligence, IT Help Desk, IT and Hardware, Virtualization , GIS 

Price: LinkedIn Learning comes as a Premium monthly subscription for $29.99, plus taxes. Additionally, you can opt for an Annual subscription for $299.88, plus taxes

“The new version of After Effects came out, and right away training was available online”.

– Terry Herman, ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY

Invariably, if you are a techie and have been investing in upskilling yourself with e- learning platforms, we will embrace you with open arms. At Recro, we believe in helping our employees grow professionally. Thus, e- learning platforms are a paradise for our group of passionate developers.

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