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 Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Software Development Methodologies, Sprint Retrospectives, Waterfall Methodology, Continuous Integration, Test Driven Development (TDD)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Modeling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Big Data, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, Data Integration, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: API Design, Restful API, API Gateway, Application Programming Interface (API), OAuth, Cloud API, Software Design, Application Deployment, Application Security, Middleware, Application Lifecycle Management, CI/CD, Software Documentation, Network Security, Proxy Servers, Systems Development Life Cycle, Google Cloud Platform, Data Security, Authorization (Computing), JSON
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cloud Deployment, Peripheral Devices, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Cloud Computing Architecture, Configuration Management, Cloud Services, Governance, Digital Forensics, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Application Security, Data Strategy, Information Technology, Cryptography
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Database Application, Requirements Analysis, Application Deployment, C# (Programming Language), Data Validation, ASP.NET, SQL, .NET Framework, System Requirements, Business Requirements, Full-Stack Web Development, Application Development, Business Logic, Software Development Life Cycle, Data Management, User Interface (UI) Design, Systems Development
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Commands, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), System Monitoring, Operating System Administration, Public Key Infrastructure, Ubuntu, Version Control, File Management, Command-Line Interface, Linux Servers, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Git (Version Control System), File Systems, User Accounts, Firewall, Cloud Computing Architecture, DevOps
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Agile Product Development, Agile Project Management, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Workflow Management, Performance Metric, Team Oriented, Team Performance Management, Backlogs, Team Building, Performance Measurement, Lean Methodologies, Plan Execution, Prioritization, Estimation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Test Script Development, Selenium (Software)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Email Automation, Google Workspace, Google Sheets, Automation, Spreadsheet Software, Gmail, Javascript, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Application Design, Application Development, Application Programming Interface (API)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Operating System Administration, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Identity and Access Management, File Systems, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, TCP/IP, Database Management, Malware Protection, Network Security, Endpoint Security, Incident Management, Data Loss Prevention, Cybersecurity, Interviewing Skills, Cyber Security Assessment
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Software Architecture, System Configuration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Event-Driven Programming, Version Control, Application Deployment, Microsoft Copilot, C# (Programming Language), Git (Version Control System), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, .NET Framework, Microsoft Visual Studio, Software Design, Unit Testing, Software Testing, Program Development, Data Validation, Microsoft Development Tools, Security Testing, Software Development Tools
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months