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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


  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Network Protocols, Embedded Software, TCP/IP, OSI Models, Computer Hardware, Wireless Networks, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Computer Programming

    ★ 4.7 (13K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Data Ethics, Generative AI Agents, Model Deployment, Restful API, Software Design Documents, Software Design, AI Integrations, Application Deployment, AI literacy, Software Architecture, Agentic Workflows, Continuous Integration, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Development, Java Programming

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google

    Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Splunk, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Document Management, Query Languages

    ★ 4.8 (3.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Algorithmic Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Bioinformatics

    ★ 4.6 (13K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Stanford University

    Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Network Routing, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Analysis, Computer Science, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Design Strategies

    ★ 4.8 (6K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    The University of Edinburgh

    Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Software Engineering, Programming Principles, Software Development, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Computational Thinking, Algorithms

    ★ 4.7 (3.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM Front-End Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Browser Compatibility, User Centered Design, GitHub, CI/CD, Cloud Applications, Responsive Web Design, Cloud Development, NoSQL, Git (Version Control System), Webpack, HTML and CSS, Application Development, MongoDB, Agile Methodology, Front-End Web Development, Software Development

    ★ 4.6 (8.5K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Meta

    Meta React Native

    Skills you'll gain: React Native, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Version Control, User Research, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Unix Commands, Restful API, Git (Version Control System), Persona (User Experience), GitHub, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, SQL, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mobile Development, Design Research, React.js, Web Development Tools, Javascript

    ★ 4.6 (11K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM Applied DevOps Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Cloud Deployment, CI/CD, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, Istio, Test Driven Development (TDD), Application Deployment, Devops Tools, Gherkin (Scripting Language), Kubernetes, Jenkins, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Test Tools, DevOps, Secure Coding, Grafana, System Monitoring, Agile Methodology

    ★ 4.7 (8.1K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Using Python to Access Web Data

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Restful API, Web Services, JSON, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Network Protocols, Extensible Languages and XML, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Processing, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Python Programming, Software Installation

    ★ 4.8 (45K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Google IT Automation with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Debugging, Cloud Management, Bash (Scripting Language), Test Automation, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Technical Communication, Web Services, Email Automation, Web Presence, Automation, Python Programming, Interviewing Skills, Configuration Management, Program Development, Programming Principles

    ★ 4.8 (55K) · Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Mediation and Conflict Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Conflict Management, Negotiation, Diplomacy, Labor Relations, Case Studies, Interactive Learning, Discussion Facilitation, Employee Relations, International Relations

    ★ 4.7 (849) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • Generative AI for Java and Spring Developers: IBM
  • Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response: Google
  • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
  • Algorithms: Stanford University
  • Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming: The University of Edinburgh
  • IBM Front-End Developer: IBM
  • Meta React Native: Meta
  • IBM Applied DevOps Engineering: IBM
  • Using Python to Access Web Data: University of Michigan

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