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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


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    Meta

    Advanced Programming in Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple iOS, Unit Testing, Apple Xcode, Development Testing, Mobile Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Application Development, Software Design, Debugging, Functional Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    90 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Playwright Python and Pytest for Web Automation Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, Test Automation, Authentications, CI/CD, Test Script Development, API Testing, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Web Development Tools, Test Case, GitHub, User Interface (UI)

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Open Source Models with Hugging Face

    Skills you'll gain: Hugging Face, LLM Application, Generative AI, Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, User Interface (UI), API Design, Computer Vision

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    76 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnQuest

    Java Database Connectivity

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, PL/SQL, Relational Databases, Object-Relational Mapping, SQL, Data Access, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Databases, Data Persistence, Java, Data Manipulation, Data Mapping, Java Programming, JUnit, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Query Languages, Database Management, Data Integrity, Database Systems, Enterprise Application Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    GO Programming for Everyone: Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Debugging, Go (Programming Language), C (Programming Language), Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Algorithms

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Diseño de videojuegos

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Unity Engine, Software Design Documents, Design, Experience Design, Usability, Prototyping, Storytelling, Creativity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    331 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    UiPath

    Control Flow in RPA

    Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Automation, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Programming Principles, Computational Logic

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Quantum Computing with Qiskit and Advanced Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computer Hardware, Cryptography, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Emerging Technologies, Theoretical Computer Science, Simulation and Simulation Software, Linear Algebra

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Trading, Machine Learning & GCP

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Financial Trading, Deep Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Securities Trading, Technical Analysis, Cloud Platforms, Model Deployment, Predictive Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Finance

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    893 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Fundamental Neuroscience for Neuroimaging

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Anatomy, Radiology, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Experimentation, Research Design, Biomedical Technology, Image Analysis, Physiology, Medical Terminology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dassault Systèmes

    SOLIDWORKS 3D CAD for Education

    Skills you'll gain: Assembly Drawing, 3D Modeling, Computer-Aided Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Engineering Drawings, Mechanical Design, Product Design, Technical Design, Design Elements And Principles, Mechanical Engineering

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    182 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    ARM Cortex (STM32) Deep Dive: Mastering Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Peripheral Devices, C (Programming Language), System Programming, Hardware Architecture, Data Structures, Debugging, Performance Tuning, Integrated Development Environments, Verification And Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Advanced Programming in Swift: Meta
  • Playwright Python and Pytest for Web Automation Testing: Packt
  • Open Source Models with Hugging Face: DeepLearning.AI
  • Java Database Connectivity: LearnQuest
  • GO Programming for Everyone: Part 1: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Diseño de videojuegos: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Control Flow in RPA: UiPath
  • Quantum Computing with Qiskit and Advanced Algorithms: Packt
  • Introduction to Trading, Machine Learning & GCP: Google Cloud
  • Fundamental Neuroscience for Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University

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