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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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    Arm

    Introduction to Microprocessors

    Skills you'll gain: Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Embedded Systems, Data Storage, Computer Programming, C (Programming Language), C# (Programming Language)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Computer Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Productivity, Safety and Security, Process Design

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    The Complete Ethical Hacking Bootcamp: Beginner To Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Metasploit, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Linux, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Command-Line Interface, Exploitation techniques, Scripting, Vulnerability Assessments, General Networking, Scripting Languages, Cyber Security Assessment, Python Programming, Web Applications, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Firewall, Network Security, Computer Networking

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Simplilearn

    Azure Cloud Computing Training for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, DevOps, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Integration, Cloud Platforms, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Identity and Access Management, CI/CD, Cloud Storage, Data Lakes, General Networking, Network Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Arduino For Beginners - 2023 Complete Course

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electronics, Programming Principles, Interactive Design, Display Devices, Computer Programming, Embedded Systems, Development Environment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital Communications, Debugging, Data Storage, Real Time Data

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Mastering Java - From Beginner to Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Linux Commands

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    How Computers Work

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Computer Literacy, Network Security, Computer Networking, Computational Thinking, Debugging, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Problem Management, Software Architecture, Data Storage

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Python 3 from Beginner to Expert - Learn Python from Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Debugging, Object Oriented Design, JSON, Program Development, Data Structures, Python Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Scripting, Maintainability, Integrated Development Environments, Package and Software Management, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Web Scraping, Application Programming Interface (API), File Management, Scalability, Scripting Languages

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    PyCharm Course

    Skills you'll gain: Web Applications, Software Installation, Application Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    PyQt Training Beginner Level

    Skills you'll gain: UI Components, User Interface (UI), Event-Driven Programming, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Application Design, Development Environment, Application Development, Application Frameworks

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI Python for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Analysis, ChatGPT, Application Development, Scripting, Programming Principles, Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Structures

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    Introduction to Computer Science and Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, Debugging, Development Environment, Computer Systems, Web Applications, Arithmetic, Computer Literacy, Javascript, Network Security, Computer Networking, Program Development, Computer Graphics, Web Design and Development, Cybersecurity, Computer Programming, Problem Management, Computational Thinking, General Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Microprocessors: Arm
  • Introduction to Computer Information Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • The Complete Ethical Hacking Bootcamp: Beginner To Advanced: Packt
  • Azure Cloud Computing Training for Beginners: Simplilearn
  • Arduino For Beginners - 2023 Complete Course: Packt
  • Mastering Java - From Beginner to Intermediate: Packt
  • How Computers Work: University of London
  • Python 3 from Beginner to Expert - Learn Python from Scratch: Packt
  • PyCharm Course: EDUCBA
  • PyQt Training Beginner Level: EDUCBA

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