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.

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Multimodal Prompts, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Large Language Modeling, Tool Calling, Prompt Engineering Tools, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Agentic systems, Natural Language Processing, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Context Management, API Design, Python Programming, Document Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Design, Theoretical Computer Science, Verification And Validation, System Requirements, Systems Architecture, Automation Engineering, Functional Specification, Agentic systems, Control Systems, Mechanics, Requirements Analysis, Systems Analysis, Safety Assurance, Linear Algebra, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Differential Equations, Algorithms
★ 3.5 (39) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

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

The Linux Foundation
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 (735) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Autoencoders, Model Training, Regression Analysis, Network Architecture, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning
★ 4.7 (2.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Autoencoders, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Generative Model Architectures, Fine-tuning, Deep Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Training, Model Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Distributed Computing, Visualization (Computer Graphics)
★ 4.8 (1.7K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
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 (52) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Large Language Modeling, Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Prompt Engineering, Context Engineering, API Design, Document Management, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Pseudocode, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Software Versioning, Back-End Web Development, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, C# (Programming Language), Program Development, Algorithms, Code Reusability, Microsoft Copilot, Design Strategies
★ 4.5 (135) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Animations, Prototyping, Conceptual Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Design, Virtual Environment, Art History, Technical Design, Software Visualization, Design Strategies, Design Reviews, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Visual Storytelling, Game Theory
★ 4.7 (4.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: ASP.NET, HTML and CSS, C# (Programming Language), React.js, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Restful API, .NET Framework, React Redux, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, JSON, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Design and Development, Web Development Tools, UI Components, Javascript, Web Development, User Interface (UI), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
★ 4.2 (359) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months