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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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    University of Colorado System

    More C# Programming and Unity

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Data Management, Data Structures, Application Development, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Scripting, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    ASP.NET for Experienced Developers

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Restful API, ASP.NET, Model View Controller, .NET Framework, Docker (Software), Azure DevOps, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Microservices, Containerization, JSON, API Design, DevOps, Web Services, Middleware, CI/CD, Back-End Web Development, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Server Side

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics, Course 1: Foundations of Robot Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Engineering, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Matlab, Computer Programming Tools, Physics, Angular

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Pointers and Memory Management - 4

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Software Visualization, Computer Engineering, Embedded Software, System Programming, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Operating Systems, Data Structures, Linux

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Information Assurance, Network Security, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Key Management, Threat Modeling, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Data Integrity, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments

    3.9
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    233 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Prompt Engineering, Containerization, Identity and Access Management, Cloud-Native Computing, CI/CD, Cloud Storage, Application Deployment, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Virtual Machines, Scalability, Virtual Networking, Cloud Computing, Docker (Software), Application Development, Load Balancing, Continuous Integration

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Foundations of 3D Modelling in Blender

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Graphical Tools, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, File Management, Content Management, User Interface (UI)

    4.2
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a Data Science: Programación Estadística con R

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Ggplot2, Data Manipulation, Statistical Software, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Simulations, Data Structures, Software Installation

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Introduction to AutoSAR

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Development, Software Design, Software Architecture, Embedded Systems, Configuration Management, Systems Architecture, Application Development, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

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    243 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Microsoft Windows Server - Hands-On Training Part I

    Skills you'll gain: Active Directory, Windows Servers, User Accounts, Microsoft Windows, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Firewall, Server Administration, Group Policy, Windows PowerShell, Operating System Administration, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Network Administration, Network Security, File Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Clemson University

    Design and Analysis of Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Probability, Design Strategies, Analysis, Performance Testing, Scalability

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Requirements Gathering for Secure Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, User Requirements Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Requirements Elicitation, Agile Methodology, Functional Requirement, Software Design Documents, System Requirements, Software Development Life Cycle, Verification And Validation, Technical Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    686 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • More C# Programming and Unity: University of Colorado System
  • ASP.NET for Experienced Developers: Board Infinity
  • Modern Robotics, Course 1: Foundations of Robot Motion: Northwestern University
  • C Programming: Pointers and Memory Management - 4: Dartmouth College
  • Design and Analyze Secure Networked Systems: University of Colorado System
  • Architecting with Google Kubernetes Engine: Google Cloud
  • Foundations of 3D Modelling in Blender: Packt
  • Introducción a Data Science: Programación Estadística con R: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Introduction to AutoSAR: EDUCBA
  • Microsoft Windows Server - Hands-On Training Part I: Packt

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