Computer architecture courses can help you learn about processor design, memory hierarchy, instruction sets, and system organization. You can build skills in performance optimization, hardware-software interaction, and parallel processing techniques. Many courses introduce tools like simulation software, assembly language, and hardware description languages, that support implementing and testing architectural concepts in real-world applications.

The Linux Foundation
Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Open Source Technology, Git (Version Control System), Linux, Command-Line Interface, Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Unix Commands, GitHub, Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux Commands, User Accounts, CI/CD, Shell Script, System Configuration, Collaborative Software, Scripting, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning Algorithms, Simulations, Deep Learning, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Model Evaluation, Performance Testing, Markov Model, Pseudocode, Probability Distribution, Linear Algebra, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

IIT Guwahati
Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Cloud Computing Architecture, Linear Algebra, Data Structures, Data Warehousing, Data Visualization, Model Evaluation, Database Management, Database Theory, Social Network Analysis, Algorithms, Deep Learning, Portfolio Management, Oral Comprehension, Java Programming, C (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Spreadsheet Software, Econometrics
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years
Stanford University
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Graph Theory, Probability Distribution, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Markov Model, Decision Support Systems, Probability & Statistics, Network Analysis
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Structures, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Version Control, Matplotlib, Devops Tools, Plotly, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Web Development, Data Ethics, Flask (Web Framework), Data Visualization, Scripting, GitHub, Debugging, Data Analysis, Automation, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Processes, Computer-Aided Design, Industrial Design, Prototyping, Materials science, Business Economics, Product Development, Innovation, New Product Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, System Programming, Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Data Access
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Scala Programming, Data Structures, Distributed Computing, Algorithms, Functional Design, Scalability, Other Programming Languages, Java, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Notre Dame
Skills you'll gain: Communication Systems, Digital Communications, Telecommunications, Wireless Networks, Digital Signal Processing, Electronics Engineering, General Networking, Electronics, System Requirements, Network Architecture, Technical Communication, Reliability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Databricks, Big Data, Distributed Computing, Public Cloud, Cloud Computing, Data Lakes, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Processing, Scalability, Data Storage Technologies, Analytics, Real Time Data
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Strategic Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Governance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Decision Making, Business Ethics, Business Management, Technology Roadmaps, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Governance, Enterprise Architecture, Scalability, Risk Mitigation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Authentications, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Data Security, Data Access, Enterprise Architecture, AI Enablement, Data Synthesis, Solution Architecture, Agentic systems, Large Language Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months