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Beginner Computer Courses

Beginner computer courses can help you learn basic operating system navigation, file management, internet browsing, and word processing. You can build skills in spreadsheet creation, email communication, and online research techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and various web applications, showing how these skills are applied in everyday tasks and professional settings.


Popular Beginner Computer Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Practice Exam for CompTIA Tech+ Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Test Planning

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    Alex Genadinik

    2026 AI And ChatGPT At Work: Productive AI Use For Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, AI Enablement, Presentations, Generative AI, AI Personalization, AI Workflows, Multimedia, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Productivity Software, Content Creation, Brainstorming, Proofreading

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    Northeastern University

    Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Policies, Encryption, Data Security, Network Security, Security Controls, Network Protocols, Threat Modeling, Security Strategy, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Storage, Zero Trust Network Access, Governance Risk Management and Compliance

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Machine Learning: Supervised Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Data Preprocessing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Java, Java Programming, AI Personalization, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Algorithms, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Successful Presentation

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Drive Engagement, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing, Customer Engagement, Composure, Adaptability, Creativity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lund University

    AI, Business & the Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, Digital Transformation, Thought Leadership, Interviewing Skills, Human Machine Interfaces, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals AI-900 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Anomaly Detection, Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Regression Analysis, No-Code Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Predictive Modeling, AI Workflows, Model Deployment, Classification Algorithms

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Stanford University

    Introduction to Logic

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Problem Solving, Business Logic, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automate, Evaluate and Deploy ML Models Confidently

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Scalability, CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, Application Deployment, DevOps, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Evaluation, Continuous Integration, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Process Optimization, Verification And Validation, Automation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Principios y Regulaciones de Seguridad de la Información

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Security Requirements Analysis, Encryption, Data Security, Security Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Threat Management, ISO/IEC 27001, Cyber Security Policies, Information Assurance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Cybersecurity, Information Privacy, Security Awareness, Threat Detection, Cyber Risk, Human Factors, Authentications, Data Integrity, Authorization (Computing)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Langchain and Langgraph

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, LangGraph, OpenAI API, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, AI Workflows, Large Language Modeling, Hugging Face, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Embeddings, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Development Environment, Application Development, Program Development, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Artificial Intelligence, Data Processing

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner computer courses

  • Practice Exam for CompTIA Tech+ Certification: IBM
  • 2026 AI And ChatGPT At Work: Productive AI Use For Beginners: Alex Genadinik
  • Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 1: Northeastern University
  • Introduction to Machine Learning: Supervised Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Java Programming: Build a Recommendation System: Duke University
  • Successful Presentation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • AI, Business & the Future of Work: Lund University
  • Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals AI-900 Exam Prep: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Logic: Stanford University
  • Automate, Evaluate and Deploy ML Models Confidently: Coursera

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