JetBrains Academy: Top Courses and Projects of 2024

This International Day of Education, we’re celebrating that in 2024 over 340,000 new coders joined JetBrains Academy, making our community almost 1.5 million members strong. 

To mark this impressive milestone, we’re looking back at the most popular JetBrains Academy offerings of 2024 – including JetBrains IDE courses (designed exclusively for IDEs) and Hyperskill projects (available both in-browser and in-IDE). 

Let’s dive in!

Python

Python was a favorite topic among JetBrains Academy learners in 2024, and it’s no wonder why! The language is beginner-friendly and widely used in everything from web development to data science. 

Introduction to Python (In-IDE course)

One of JetBrains Academy’s most loved offerings, this course is designed for absolute beginners wanting to learn Python from scratch. With easy-to-follow lessons, you’ll build a solid foundation in coding, understand core concepts, and gain the confidence to explore more advanced Python projects.

100 Days of Code – The Complete Python Pro Bootcamp (In-IDE course) 

This course by Angela Yu offers a practical way to learn Python by building 100 projects in 100 days. From web apps to automation tools, you’ll gain hands-on experience and develop the skills needed to code professionally.

Hyperskill projects 

For those looking to build their developer portfolio with real-world projects from Hyperskill, these were the top picks in 2024, each of which was designed to make learning interactive and fun:

• My First Project with Python – For mastering the basics. 
• Simple Chat Bot – For sharpening logical thinking skills.
• Zookeeper – For practicing data management.

For more advanced learners, the Password Hacker with Python project was a favorite, helping learners practice the skills needed for technical interviews at top tech companies.

Java

Hyperskill projects 

Java projects in 2024 were all about having fun, overcoming challenges, and building practical skills to kickstart a developer career. Beginners started with My First Project with Java, Simple Chat Bot with Java, and Simple Tic-Tac-Toe. 

To get a taste of Java, advanced learners programmed a virtual barista with Coffee Machine Simulator with Java.

Data Science

Hyperskill projects 

Data science continues to be a top choice for our learners, blending analytical thinking with hands-on coding. Explore why our learners love this topic by trying out these projects: Nobel Laureates and House Classification.

Kotlin

AtomicKotlin (In-IDE-course)

Designed for both beginners and experienced programmers, this course contains exercises that accompany the Atomic Kotlin book. You can read an “atom” of information in the book and lock in your understanding of the material by completing the exercises in the course.

Kotlin Koans (In-IDE-course)

This is an interactive course that helps you practice and understand Kotlin’s syntax, idioms, and core features. If you prefer hands-on problem-solving over lectures, this one’s for you.

Hyperskill projects 

To update your developer portfolio and to have some fun learning Kotlin, try these popular projects:

• Build a virtual animal caretaker in Zookeeper. 
• Create your own interactive game with Simple Tic-Tac-Toe. 

Frontend

Hyperskill project 

The Color Guess Game was a hit among frontend enthusiasts. This project is a good opportunity to enhance the skills needed to create an engaging web interface while practicing DOM manipulations, managing user interactions, and controlling game flow with loops and conditions.

Rust

Learn Rust (In-IDE-course)

Last but not least, this Rust course was at the top of our list. Its hands-on exercises help beginners learn quickly to read and write Rust programs.

All in-IDE courses are free of charge, and, as a student, you can get a free license for any JetBrains IDE! 

Interested in learning more? Check out our full course catalog. With over 90 hands-on courses, JetBrains Academy helps you improve your CV, build a standout portfolio, and ace IT interviews. 

Happy learning!

The JetBrains Academy team