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Beginner Computer Courses

Beginner computer courses can help you learn basic operating system navigation, file management, internet browsing, and word processing. You can build skills in spreadsheet creation, email communication, and online research techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and various web applications, showing how these skills are applied in everyday tasks and professional settings.

Popular Beginner Computer Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Traverse Trees for ML with DFS & BFS

    Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Java Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algorithms, Machine Learning, Data Structures, Analysis, Software Engineering

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    AI Infrastructure: Cloud TPU

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Google Cloud Platform, AI Workflows, Performance Tuning, Model Training, Interoperability, Scenario Testing, Analysis, Computer Architecture

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    在 Google Cloud 上将应用与 Gemini 1.0 Pro 集成

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Generative AI, Multimodal Prompts, Prompt Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Model Evaluation, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Development, Application Frameworks

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Maestría en Inteligencia Artificial

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Semantic Web, Unsupervised Learning, LangChain, Cloud-Native Computing, Model Evaluation, Reinforcement Learning, Computer Vision, Financial Statement Analysis, Data Storytelling, Site Reliability Engineering, Deep Learning, Project Risk Management, Biomedical Engineering, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Marketing Analytics, Systems Thinking, Cloud Deployment

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Advanced Dart Programming for Scalable Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Application Design, Dataflow, Code Reusability, Scalability, Software Architecture, Web Applications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Mastering PROC SQL in SAS: Analyze, Query & Optimize Data

    Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Analysis, Analytics, Data Validation, Data Maintenance, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Navigate Pages & Trees

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Collaborative Software, Content Management Systems, Scalability, Responsive Web Design, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Development Tools, Front-End Web Development, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Organize Content Smartly

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Feedback, Scalability, Organizational Skills, Systems Thinking, Content Management, Content Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, Collaborative Software, Decision Making, Information Management, Prioritization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Metodologías ágiles de desarrollo de software Certificado MasterTrack®

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Test Automation, User Story, Android Jetpack, Security Requirements Analysis, Cloud Development, Authorization (Computing), Continuous Integration, Agile Software Development, JavaScript Frameworks, Team Building, Test Data, Software Architecture, Test Script Development, Kotlin, Cloud Applications, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), IT Security Architecture, Application Frameworks, Angular

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    Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Industrial Internet of Things Graduate Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Real-Time Operating Systems, Big Data, User Research, User Experience Design, Machine Learning Methods, User Experience, Power Electronics, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Verification And Validation, UI/UX Research, UI/UX Strategy, Control Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Machine Controls, User Interface (UI), Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Embedded Systems

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    Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze and Implement Apache HBase for Big Data Storage

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache, Data Infrastructure, NoSQL, Big Data, Database Management Systems, Databases, Unix Shell, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Database Design, Software Installation, Data Access, Data Modeling, Data Persistence, Systems Integration, System Configuration, Command-Line Interface, Enterprise Application Management, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Control Page Access

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Identity and Access Management, Scalability, Data Access, Security Controls, User Provisioning, Security Management, Collaborative Software, Content Management, Data Security, Data Management, Data Governance, Verification And Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Traverse Trees for ML with DFS & BFS: Coursera
  • AI Infrastructure: Cloud TPU: Google Cloud
  • 在 Google Cloud 上将应用与 Gemini 1.0 Pro 集成: Google Cloud
  • Maestría en Inteligencia Artificial: Universidad de los Andes
  • Apply Advanced Dart Programming for Scalable Applications: EDUCBA
  • Mastering PROC SQL in SAS: Analyze, Query & Optimize Data: EDUCBA
  • Navigate Pages & Trees: Coursera
  • Organize Content Smartly: Coursera
  • Metodologías ágiles de desarrollo de software Certificado MasterTrack®: Universidad de los Andes
  • Industrial Internet of Things Graduate Certificate: University of Colorado Boulder

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