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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Authentications, Data Encryption Standard, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cryptography, Information Assurance, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Information Privacy, Encryption, Security Awareness, Human Factors (Security), Risk Analysis, Problem Solving, Communication
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Services, Network Architecture, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Networking, Software-Defined Networking, Wide Area Networks, Terraform, Network Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Load Balancing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Virtual Machines
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Social Network Analysis, Supervised Learning, Unstructured Data, Applied Machine Learning, Marketing Analytics, Deep Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Text Mining, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Transfer Learning, Predictive Modeling, Semantic Web, JSON, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Exploratory Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Data Science, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Big Data, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Trend Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Customer Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Sales, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Network Monitoring, OSI Models, Network Security, Web Servers, Network Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Operating Systems, Desktop Support, Databases, Hardware Troubleshooting, Information Technology, Technical Support, Computer Systems, System Configuration, Information Systems Security, General Networking, Networking Hardware, Application Deployment, Wireless Networks, Security Awareness, Software Installation, Computer Networking, Computer Security Awareness Training, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Analytical Skills, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Analysis, Marketing, Business Research, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Customer Insights, Market Trend, Consumer Behaviour, Trend Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization, Computer Hardware, Network Protocols, Virtual Machines, General Networking, Network Administration, Network Security, Cloud Storage, Desktop Support, Hardware Architecture, TCP/IP, Peripheral Devices, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, USB, Networking Hardware
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Color Theory, Web Design, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Development Environment, Javascript, Cloud Hosting, Software Installation, Databases
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Business Process Automation, Automation, Workflow Management, Artificial Intelligence, Accounting and Finance Software, Excel Macros, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Natural Language Processing, Data Manipulation, Unstructured Data, Scalability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, SQL, Data Quality, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Database Systems, Relational Databases, Data Processing, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks