Computer fundamentals courses can help you learn basic hardware and software concepts, operating systems, networking, and cybersecurity principles. You can build skills in troubleshooting, system maintenance, and understanding data management practices. Many courses introduce tools like Windows, Linux, and various programming languages, showing how these skills apply in everyday computing tasks and professional environments.

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Backlogs, Project Estimation, Sprint Planning, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Sprint Retrospectives, Stakeholder Communications, Team Building, Agile Product Development, Jira (Software), Stakeholder Management, Estimation, Planning, Project Management, Kanban Principles, Product Management, Prioritization
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Development Environment, Computer Programming, Program Development, Virtual Machines, Web Applications, Software Installation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cryptography, Data Structures, Algorithms, Encryption, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Storage Technologies, Linear Algebra, Python Programming, Arithmetic
Build toward a degree
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Unreal Engine, Unity Engine, User Experience, Software Development Tools, Animations, Experience Design, Technology Solutions, Simulations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Email Security, File Management, Control Panels, Web Analytics and SEO, MySQL, Apache, Cloud Hosting, Public Key Infrastructure, User Accounts, Data Security, Encryption, Database Management, Web Servers, Email Automation, System Configuration, PHP (Scripting Language), Server Administration, Performance Tuning, Servers, Content Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Workflow Management, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Customer and Client Support, Governance, User Feedback
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Supplier Management, E-Commerce, WordPress, No-Code Development, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Web Design, Content Management Systems, Shipping and Receiving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Design, Emerging Technologies, Stakeholder Analysis, Distributed Computing, Financial Services, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Information Privacy, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: GitHub, C# (Programming Language), Secure Coding, HTML and CSS, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Figma (Design Software), Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Git (Version Control System), User Interface (UI), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Development, Web Design, Debugging, Mockups, Microsoft Copilot, Authentications, Front-End Web Development, Programming Principles, UI Components, Javascript
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Databases, Database Theory, Database Design, Database Systems, Database Management, SQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Transaction Processing, Data Management, Data Integrity, Data Storage, System Design and Implementation, Information Technology, Data Analysis, Information Architecture, Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, AI Personalization, Web Analytics and SEO, HTML and CSS, Application Security, Cloud Hosting, Control Panels
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks