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Computer Fundamentals Courses

Computer fundamentals courses can help you learn basic hardware and software concepts, operating systems, networking, and cybersecurity principles. You can build skills in troubleshooting, system maintenance, and understanding data management practices. Many courses introduce tools like Windows, Linux, and various programming languages, showing how these skills apply in everyday computing tasks and professional environments.

Popular Computer Fundamentals Courses and Certifications


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    AI Business School

    Introduction to AI for management professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering Tools, AI literacy, Generative AI Agents, Risk Mitigation, Automation, Digital Transformation

    ★ 4.5 (17) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Electronic Systems, Industrial Engineering, Computer Systems, Internet Of Things, Automation, Vibrations, Electronic Hardware, C (Programming Language), Power Electronics, Peripheral Devices, Electronics, Wireless Networks, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems

    ★ 4.4 (17) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Master Character Design in Blender for Unity, Unreal Engine

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, Computer Graphic Techniques, Game Design, Creative Design, Digital Publishing, Data Import/Export

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Siemens PLC and TIA Portal Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Programmable Logic Controllers, Electronic Hardware, Automation Engineering, Machine Controls, Plant Operations and Management, Computer Hardware, Electrical Wiring, Computational Logic, Control Systems, Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, TCP/IP, Data Storage, Communication Systems, Applied Mathematics, Memory Management

    ★ 4.6 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Créer une Fonction Personnalisée en JS et Google App Script

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Google Sheets, Scripting, Google Workspace, Scripting Languages, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity Software, Automation, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Data Access, HTML and CSS, Javascript, Supplier Relationship Management

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Create Interactive Prototypes with Pidoco

    Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Prototyping, Interactive Design, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI), Collaborative Software

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    AWS Cloud Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Development, Cloud Applications, CI/CD, AWS CloudFormation, Infrastructure Architecture, Application Deployment, Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Business Intelligence, Cloud Hosting, Amazon S3, Web Development, AI Integrations, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Hosting, Cost Reduction, Cost Management, Network Architecture, Database Management, Authorization (Computing), Operational Databases, Network Planning And Design, Load Balancing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Technical Support, Resource Management, Customer Support, Configuration Management

    ★ 4.4 (134) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Solidity Advanced: Secure Smart Contracts & DApp Development

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Secure Coding, Application Security, Security Engineering, Web Development Tools, Software Design Patterns, Exploit development, Web Applications, Application Development, Code Reusability, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Software Architecture, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Transaction Processing, Scalability, Memory Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Core Game Setup and Basic Horror Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Virtual Environment, Video Game Development, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Electron and Ion Beam Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Analytical Testing, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Analytical Chemistry, Materials science, Image Analysis, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Research, Quantitative Research, Scientific Visualization, Qualitative Research

    ★ 4.8 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Adobe

    Color Theory and Application in Adobe Illustrator

    Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Color Matching, Adobe Illustrator, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Design, Visual Design, Graphics Software, Design Software, Content Creation, Creative Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to AI for management professionals: AI Business School
  • VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications: L&T EduTech
  • Master Character Design in Blender for Unity, Unreal Engine: Packt
  • Siemens PLC and TIA Portal Essentials: Packt
  • Créer une Fonction Personnalisée en JS et Google App Script: Coursera
  • Create Interactive Prototypes with Pidoco: Coursera
  • AWS Cloud Projects: Packt
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner Exam Prep: LearnKartS
  • Solidity Advanced: Secure Smart Contracts & DApp Development: Packt
  • Core Game Setup and Basic Horror Mechanics: Packt

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