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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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    LearnQuest

    Oracle Database Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle SQL Developer, Oracle Databases, PL/SQL, Database Design, SQL, Database Architecture and Administration, Stored Procedure, Database Management, Data Management, Network Architecture, Command-Line Interface

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    DevOps Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: DevOps, CI/CD, Cloud Deployment, User Story, Microservices, OpenShift, Continuous Integration, Kubernetes, Test Driven Development (TDD), Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, Containerization, Restful API, Flask (Web Framework), Docker (Software), Kanban Principles, Agile Project Management, Application Security, Cloud Computing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Clinic Systems: Navigate & Connect Modules

    Skills you'll gain: Clinic Management Systems, Patient Flow, Patient Registration, Practice Management Software, Health Informatics, End User Training and Support, Health Administration, Data Integration, Technical Support and Services, Systems Integration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Networking Technologies and Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Wide Area Networks, Data Centers, Virtual Machines, Network Administration, Virtualization, Network Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Computer Networking, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Software-Defined Networking, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Key Management, Internet Of Things, Disaster Recovery

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Match Personas: Craft Engaging AI Content

    Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Content Marketing, Persona Development, Content Strategy, Ideation, Copywriting, Needs Assessment, Research

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Miracles of Human Language: An Introduction to Linguistics

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Learning, Language Disorders, Anthropology, Multilingualism, English Language, Communication Disorders, Cultural Diversity, Oral Comprehension, Interviewing Skills, Vocabulary, Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communications, Social Sciences, Sociology, Research Methodologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Ethics in the Age of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, AI Security, OpenAI, Algorithms, Data Collection, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Game Theory, Large Language Modeling, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Preprocessing, Personally Identifiable Information, Machine Learning Algorithms, Analytical Skills, AI Enablement

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Sydney

    Blockchain Scalability and its Foundations in Distributed Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Distributed Computing, Security Engineering, Network Security, Scalability, Cryptography, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Programação para todos (Conceitos básicos de Python)

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Algorithms, Debugging, Development Environment

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    Packt

    Excel Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Data Analysis Software, Productivity Software, Data Security, Data Validation, Data Management, Workflow Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computer Science, Verification And Validation, Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Test Case, Simulations

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Arte 3D y animación en videojuegos

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Video Game Development, 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Game Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Computer Graphics, Music, Aesthetics, Creativity, Data Import/Export

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Oracle Database Platform: LearnQuest
  • DevOps Capstone Project: IBM
  • Clinic Systems: Navigate & Connect Modules: Coursera
  • Advanced Networking Technologies and Operations: Packt
  • Match Personas: Craft Engaging AI Content: Coursera
  • Miracles of Human Language: An Introduction to Linguistics: Universiteit Leiden
  • Ethics in the Age of AI: LearnQuest
  • Blockchain Scalability and its Foundations in Distributed Systems: The University of Sydney
  • Programação para todos (Conceitos básicos de Python): University of Michigan
  • Excel Essentials: Packt

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