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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

    Software Design as an Abstraction

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Database Management, Systems Design, Application Security, Design Strategies, Operating Systems

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Shell Scripting with Bash: Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Linux Commands, Unix, Linux, File I/O, File Management

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    61 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado System

    Vibe Coding Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Vibe coding, Debugging, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, AI Security, Application Programming Interface (API), Responsible AI, Development Environment, AI Enablement, Integrated Development Environments, API Testing, Application Development, Application Security

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    GenAI and LLMs on AWS

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Bedrock, Model Deployment, Large Language Modeling, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Amazon Web Services, AI Security, AI Workflows, Continuous Monitoring, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Application Deployment, Generative AI, Cloud Computing, Serverless Computing

    4.7
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Chicago

    Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Media and Communications, Digital Content, Technology Strategies, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Network Protocols, Telecommunications, Market Dynamics, Case Law, Lawsuits, Economics, Competitive Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Software Engineering Tools and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), CI/CD, Model View Controller, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Continuous Integration, Cucumber (Software), Postman API Platform, Ansible, Software Testing, OAuth, Web Development Tools, Behavior-Driven Development, Application Performance Management, Prometheus (Software), Authentications, Test Driven Development (TDD), Package and Software Management, Cloud API, Javascript, Software Engineering

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Meta

    Advanced Programming in Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple iOS, Unit Testing, Apple Xcode, Development Testing, Mobile Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Application Development, Software Design, Debugging, Functional Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development 5: Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Software Design Documents, Prototyping, Video Game Development, Software Documentation, Conceptual Design, Ideation, Usability Testing, Peer Review, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Humanidades digitales

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Liberal Arts, digital literacy, Informatics, Image Analysis, Human Computer Interaction, Research, Computer Science, Public History, Technology Solutions, Open Source Technology, Research Methodologies, Data Ethics, Computer Vision, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Media and Communications, Information Privacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Data Analysis and Visualization with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, File I/O, NumPy, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), Data Structures, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Adobe Illustrator Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Color Theory, Graphics Software, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Software, Typography, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools, Adobe Creative Cloud, Layout Design, Creativity

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fudan University

    游戏策划与设计

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Conceptual Design, Animation and Game Design, System Design and Implementation, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Prototyping, Content Creation, User Experience Design, Storytelling, Creativity

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Software Design as an Abstraction: University of Colorado System
  • Shell Scripting with Bash: Basics: Coursera
  • Vibe Coding Fundamentals: University of Colorado System
  • GenAI and LLMs on AWS: Duke University
  • Internet Giants: The Law and Economics of Media Platforms: The University of Chicago
  • Software Engineering Tools and Practices: Codio
  • Advanced Programming in Swift: Meta
  • Game Design and Development 5: Capstone Project: Michigan State University
  • Humanidades digitales: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Data Analysis and Visualization with Python: Arizona State University

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