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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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    The Linux Foundation

    Linux Tools for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, Package and Software Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Linux Commands, Shell Script, grep, Linux Administration, Unix Shell, Scripting, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming Tools, File Management, Build Tools, Unix, Scripting Languages, Program Development, System Programming

    4.6 stars, 735 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (735) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Snowflake

    Introduction to Modern Data Engineering with Snowflake

    Skills you'll gain: Data Engineering, Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Integration, Data Warehousing, Software Engineering Tools, Data Import/Export, Stored Procedure, Data Sharing, SQL, Data Analysis, GitHub, Microsoft Visual Studio, Command-Line Interface, Application Deployment

    4.7 stars, 147 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (147) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    ChatGPT for Beginners: SciFi Writing with Dall-e

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Visual Storytelling, Prompt Patterns, AI powered creativity, Prompt Engineering Tools, ChatGPT, Multimodal Prompts, OpenAI, Generative AI, Storytelling, AI Workflows, Creativity, Critical Thinking

    4.5 stars, 627 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (627) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Visual Basic Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Visual Basic (Programming Language), Development Environment, Program Development, Microsoft Development Tools, Microsoft Visual Studio, Programming Principles, .NET Framework, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development, Software Installation, Debugging

    4.7 stars, 52 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (52) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    AI Materials

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Materials science, AI literacy, Artificial Neural Networks, Process Modeling, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Manufacturing Processes, Machine Learning

    4.7 stars, 52 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (52) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Amazon

    Data Structures and Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Test Driven Development (TDD), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Performance Tuning, Unit Testing, Data Structures, Java Programming, Development Testing, Algorithms, Program Development, Software Testing, Java, Test Automation, Test Case, Software Development, Scalability

    4 stars, 64 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (64) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Frontend for Java Full Stack Development

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, HTML and CSS, JavaScript Frameworks, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Application Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Software Design Patterns, Java, Code Reusability, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Programming Principles, Web Design, Maintainability, Web Development, UI Components

    4.4 stars, 118 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (118) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Berklee

    Electronic Music Production

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Musical Composition, Music Performance, Music, Media Production, Performing Arts, Music Theory, Post-Production, Instrumental Music, Collaborative Software, Digital Signal Processing, Electronic Media, Automation, Editing, Design Software, Computer Hardware, Patch Management, Creativity, System Requirements

    4.8 stars, 2.3K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Oracle Primavera P6 – Project Setup and Basic Management

    Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Calendar Management, Timelines, Project Schedules, Scheduling, Project Planning, Project Management Software, Project Management, Resource Management, Relationship Management, Dependency Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Import/Export

    4.7 stars, 82 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (82) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    AI-Powered Software Development Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, AI Security, GitHub Copilot, Generative AI, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Legal Risk, Requirements Analysis, Test Tools, Software Testing, ChatGPT, Risk Analysis, Sprint Planning, Software Development Tools, Software Development Life Cycle, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Automation, Software Documentation, Artificial Intelligence, Software Architecture

    4.3 stars, 68 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (68) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Embedding Sensors and Motors

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Machine Controls, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Process Control, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Real Time Data, Laboratory Equipment, Laboratory Experience, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, Electronic Hardware, Manufacturing Processes, Three-Phase, Thermal Management, Hardware Design, Electrical Engineering

    4.6 stars, 2.9K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (2.9K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Stanford Online

    Introduction to Logic

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Problem Solving, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Business Logic

    4.4 stars, 657 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

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

  • Linux Tools for Developers: The Linux Foundation
  • Introduction to Modern Data Engineering with Snowflake: Snowflake
  • ChatGPT for Beginners: SciFi Writing with Dall-e: Coursera
  • Introduction to Visual Basic Programming: LearnQuest
  • AI Materials: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Data Structures and Algorithms: Amazon
  • Frontend for Java Full Stack Development: Board Infinity
  • Electronic Music Production: Berklee
  • Oracle Primavera P6 – Project Setup and Basic Management: Packt
  • AI-Powered Software Development Certification: Simplilearn

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