Computer network courses can help you learn about network architecture, protocols, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques. You can build skills in configuring routers and switches, managing firewalls, and optimizing network performance. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for packet analysis, Cisco Packet Tracer for simulation, and various network monitoring software, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical scenarios and enhance your technical expertise.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Embedded Software, Mechanics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Python Programming
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, File Management, Application Development, Programming Principles, Program Development, Application Design, Data Structures, Data Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Social Network Analysis, Data Ethics, Behavioral Economics, Analytics, Game Design, Social Sciences, Sociology, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Psychology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Spring Framework, Microservices, Spring Boot, Java, Java Programming, Back-End Web Development, Software Architecture, Server Side, Load Balancing, Cloud Development, Restful API, Systems Architecture, Web Applications, Scalability
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Identity and Access Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Endpoint Security, Cryptography, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Attacks, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Secure Coding, Data Encryption Standard, Firewall, Cyber Security Assessment, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Security Policies, Computer Security Incident Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, JUnit, Unit Testing, Software Configuration Management, Application Servers, Enterprise Application Management, Java, Software Design Patterns, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Dependency Analysis, Transaction Processing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, SQL, Data Presentation, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Database Development, Database Administration, Data Science
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

The Linux Foundation
Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Package and Software Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Linux Commands, Shell Script, Scripting, Software Development Tools, File Management, Scripting Languages, Program Development, System Programming, Java, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Object-Relational Mapping, Java, Scalability, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, JSON, Security Controls, Data Security, Web Servers, Restful API, Web Applications, Object Oriented Design, Database Design, Dependency Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Consumer Behaviour, Content Creation, Influencing, Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Brand Strategy, Storytelling, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Usability, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, Figma (Design Software), Human Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, UI Components, Mockups, Wireframing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, CI/CD, Application Design, Application Deployment, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Front-End Web Development, Serverless Computing, Node.JS, Restful API, Application Development, HTML and CSS, Microservices, Software Architecture, User Accounts, Docker (Software), Django (Web Framework), Javascript
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months