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.
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Pseudocode, Operations Research
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: LESS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), HTML and CSS, Web Development Tools, Maintainability, UI Components, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), API Design, Software Architecture, Software Design, Maintainability, Data Structures, Data Validation, Performance Tuning, Generative AI, File Management, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, 3D Modeling, Computational Logic, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design, Generative Model Architectures, Python Programming, Animations, Scripting, Computer Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Agile Product Development, User Story, Continuous Delivery, Persona Development, Agile Software Development, Sprint Planning, Peer Review, Agile Methodology, Product Testing, Agile Project Management, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Design Thinking, Team Building, Customer Analysis, Analytics, Product Development, Business Analytics, Persona (User Experience)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Design, Data Structures, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Development Environment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Other Programming Languages, Software Design, Ruby (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Structures, Software Architecture, Computer Programming, Functional Design, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

EIT Digital
Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Threat Modeling, Systems Architecture, Debugging, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, System Programming, Internet Of Things, Application Security, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, Linux, Microsoft Windows
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Interactive Design, Animations, Event-Driven Programming, Debugging, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Program Development, Python Programming, Application Design, Computer Graphics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Containerization, Prompt Engineering, Scalability, Docker (Software), Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Azure Active Directory, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, LangChain, Microservices, Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), System Testing, Artificial Intelligence, Distributed Computing, Serverless Computing, Natural Language Processing, Reinforcement Learning
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Security Testing, Security Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Blockchain, Threat Detection, Cryptography, Network Security, Security Strategy, Exploit development, Vulnerability Assessments, Transaction Processing, Regulation and Legal Compliance
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Javascript, Data Structures, Program Development, Computational Thinking, Performance Tuning, Debugging
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks