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Operating System Courses

Operating system courses can help you learn process management, memory allocation, file systems, and user interfaces. You can build skills in troubleshooting system errors, optimizing performance, and implementing security protocols. Many courses introduce tools like Linux, Windows, and virtualization software, illustrating how these skills are applied in real-world environments.

Popular Operating System Courses and Certifications


  • T

    The Linux Foundation

    Linux for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface, File Systems, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, User Accounts, Operating System Administration, System Configuration, Bash (Scripting Language), File Management, Unix Shell, User Provisioning, System Monitoring, Shell Script, Operating Systems, System Software, Patch Management, Software Installation, OS Process Management

    4.5 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Systems Architecture, Software Architecture, Embedded Software, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Embedded Systems, Performance Tuning, Systems Analysis, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Electronic Systems, Systems Design, Hardware Architecture, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Requirements Analysis, System Programming, Reliability, Unix, Service Level

    4 stars, 124 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4 (124) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • G

    Google

    Troubleshooting and Debugging Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Technical Communication, Network Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning, Problem Management, Technical Documentation, System Monitoring, Capacity Management, Incident Management, Memory Management, Continuous Integration, Continuous Monitoring

    4.6 stars, 3.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (3.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dr. Ryan Ahmed

    Capstone Course: Build Your Personal Agent

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Agentic Workflows, Anthropic Claude, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Email Automation, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering Tools, Agentic systems, Vibe coding, Business Process Automation, Statistical Reporting, Excel Formulas, AI Personalization, Microsoft Excel, Workflow Management, Automation, Data Analysis Software

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Real-Time Embedded Systems Concepts and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Systems, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Service Level, System Configuration, Diagram Design

    3.9 stars, 98 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (98) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Linux Kernel Programming and Introduction to Yocto Project

    Skills you'll gain: System Programming, Embedded Software, System Software, Linux, Embedded Systems, Linux Administration, Debugging, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, File I/O, Peripheral Devices, Build Tools, Shell Script, Development Environment, Program Development, OS Process Management

    4.7 stars, 29 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (29) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Cyber-Resilient Leadership for Modern Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Stress Management, Team Leadership, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Team Building, Personal Development, Team Motivation, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Team Collaboration, Stress First Aid, Crisis Management, Management Training And Development, Recognizing Others, Drive Engagement, People Management, Adaptability, Leadership

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Packt

    Nmap Mastery for Ethical Hacking & Network Security (2026)

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Monitoring, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Network Protocols, Vulnerability Management, Security Testing, Exploitation techniques, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Network Analysis, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Email Security, General Networking

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • B

    Board Infinity

    AI for Freelancers: Win More Clients with Free AI Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Proposal Writing, Prompt Engineering Tools, AI Workflows, Proposal Development, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Email Automation, Writing, Administrative Support, AI literacy, AI Enablement, Customer Acquisition Management, Writing and Editing, Business Communication, Calendar Management, LLM Application, Sales Prospecting, Prospecting and Qualification

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • N

    Northwestern University

    Scaling Operations: Linking Strategy and Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Sourcing, Operations, Operational Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Operations Management, Procurement, Business Operations, Capacity Planning, Supply Chain, Competitive Analysis, Asset Management, Supply Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Metrics, Supplier Relationship Management, Investment Management, Capacity Management, Planning

    4.6 stars, 264 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (264) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Relational database systems

    Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Database Theory, Relational Databases, Database Management, SQL, Databases, Database Design, Database Development, Database Software, Database Application, Database Management Systems, Information Systems, MySQL, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Transaction Processing, MySQL Workbench, Information Systems Security, Data Integrity, Performance Tuning

    4.4 stars, 463 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (463) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Dartmouth College

    C Programming with Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Memory Management, Command-Line Interface, C (Programming Language), Linux Commands, Linux, Computer Programming Tools, Embedded Systems, File I/O, Embedded Software, Software Visualization, Programming Principles, Computer Engineering, C and C++, Linux Servers, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Software Documentation, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Debugging

    4.6 stars, 452 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (452) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular operating system courses

  • Linux for Developers: The Linux Foundation
  • Real-Time Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Troubleshooting and Debugging Techniques: Google
  • Capstone Course: Build Your Personal Agent: Dr. Ryan Ahmed
  • Real-Time Embedded Systems Concepts and Practices: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Linux Kernel Programming and Introduction to Yocto Project: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cyber-Resilient Leadership for Modern Teams: Packt
  • Nmap Mastery for Ethical Hacking & Network Security (2026): Packt
  • AI for Freelancers: Win More Clients with Free AI Tools: Board Infinity
  • Scaling Operations: Linking Strategy and Execution: Northwestern University

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