Computer courses can help you learn programming languages like Python and Java, data structures, algorithms, and web development fundamentals. You can build skills in software design, debugging, and database management, along with understanding cybersecurity principles. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, SQL for database queries, and frameworks like React for building user interfaces, demonstrating how these skills are applied in real-world projects.

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Event-Driven Programming, Program Development, Scalability, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, C and C++, Performance Tuning, Memory Management, Software Development, C++ (Programming Language), Dataflow, Digital Signal Processing, Linear Algebra, Distributed Computing, System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Mathematical Software, Machine Learning
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, Application Security, User Experience Design, Vulnerability Assessments, Database Theory, Unified Modeling Language, Unit Testing, Usability, UI/UX Research, Threat Modeling, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Vulnerability Management, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Relational Databases, Software Visualization, Security Software, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Robotics, Computer Hardware
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: JSON, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, Mobile Development, Data Structures, Application Development, Video Game Development, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Data Storage Technologies, Scripting Languages, Data Persistence, Computer Programming, Data Storage, Computational Logic, Front-End Web Development, Web Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Test Case, Responsible AI, Microsoft Visual Studio, Version Control, Code Review, Data Ethics, GitHub, Prompt Patterns, Microsoft Development Tools, Integrated Development Environments, AI literacy, Software Versioning, AI Integrations, Risking, Software Development Tools, Project Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, AI Security, Google Cloud Platform, Unstructured Data, Data Literacy, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Machine Learning, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Application Design, Software Design Patterns, Functional Design, Other Programming Languages, Event-Driven Programming, Functional Testing, Java, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning, Data Structures
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Threat Modeling, Systems Architecture, System Software, Hardening, Debugging, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Internet Of Things, Application Security, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, System Requirements, Network Protocols, Open Source Technology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Key Management, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Cyber Risk, ISO/IEC 27001, Threat Management, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Data Integrity
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Memory Management, C++ (Programming Language), File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Code Reusability, C (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Data Storage, Application Development, Software Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Anthropic Claude, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, OpenAI API, AI Integrations, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, LLM Application, OpenAI, HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), ChatGPT, Application Deployment, Mobile Development, API Gateway, Web Applications, Debugging, Artificial Intelligence
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Design Research, User Experience Design, Experience Design, UI/UX Research, User Experience, User Research, Ideation, Prototyping, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Persona (User Experience), Usability, Research Methodologies, Innovation, Storyboarding
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks