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.

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, OSI Models, TCP/IP, Threat Modeling, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Network Architecture, Cryptographic Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Infrastructure, Network Routing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Tree Maps, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Python Programming
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Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Program Development, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: z/OS, Computer Architecture, Mainframe Computing, Systems Architecture, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Computer Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Computational Logic, Advanced Mathematics, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Graph Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Performance Tuning, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Unity Engine, 3D Assets, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Virtual Environment, Animations, Motion Graphics, Non-Verbal Communication, Human Computer Interaction, Psychology, Artificial Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Generative AI, Storytelling, Writing, Creativity, Responsible AI, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Operations Research, Combinatorics, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Geometry, Data Structures
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Design, Theoretical Computer Science, System Requirements, Data Modeling, Software Systems, Verification And Validation, Simulations, Automation Engineering, Systems Analysis, Automation, System Testing, Safety Assurance, Cyber Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control Systems, Differential Equations, Computer Science, System Design and Implementation
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Computer Displays, Peripheral Devices, TCP/IP, Display Devices, Local Area Networks, Networking Hardware, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), General Networking, USB, Wireless Networks, Computer Networking, Network Routers, Network Infrastructure, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Switches, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Java, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Object-Relational Mapping, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Clemson University
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Computer Programming, Design Strategies, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Probability
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months