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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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    Skillshare

    Color Grading: Beginner to Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Color Matching, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Cinematography, Video Editing, Collaborative Software, Post-Production, Image Analysis, Videography, Color Theory, Video Production, Visual Storytelling, Storytelling, Editing, Aesthetics, Fine-tuning, Cloud-Based Integration

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Java from Beginner to Expert

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Spring Boot, Hibernate (Java), Object Oriented Design, Spring Framework, Object-Relational Mapping, Database Management, Computer Programming, Web Development, Authorization (Computing), Database Development, Restful API, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authentications, Debugging, Programming Principles, Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Jira Essentials: Beginner-Intermediate Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Responsible AI, Agile Methodology, Issue Tracking, Agile Project Management, Software Quality Assurance, Business Workflow Analysis, Project Coordination, Continuous Improvement Process, Coordination, Workflow Management, Model Evaluation, AI Integrations, Test Case, AI Enablement, Verification And Validation, Automation, Generative AI, Agile Product Development, Dashboard

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Skillshare

    Beginner After Effects: Logo Animation

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Multimedia, Logo Design, Cinematography, Video Editing, 3D Assets, Computer Graphics, Visual Storytelling, Creative Design, Typography, Graphics Software, Graphic Design, Timelines, File Management, Color Matching

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Computer Security and Systems Management

    Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Computer Security, Linux Administration, Disaster Recovery, Authorization (Computing), Linux, Linux Servers, Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Operating System Administration, OSI Models, User Accounts, Group Policy, Security Management, User Provisioning, Ubuntu, IT Management, System Monitoring, Systems Administration, Cybersecurity

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Deep Learning for Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Autoencoders, Convolutional Neural Networks, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Model Deployment, Model Training, Unsupervised Learning

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Computer Vision in Microsoft Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI literacy, Applied Machine Learning, Model Deployment, Model Training, Application Development, Data Capture, Classification Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    132 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    SQL From Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Database Design, Database Systems, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), SQL, MySQL Workbench, Database Software, Database Theory, Database Management, MySQL, Database Development, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Management Systems, PostgreSQL, Database Administration, Data Management, NoSQL, Data Analysis, Data Modeling

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Computational Thinking for Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Program Development, Pseudocode, Problem Solving, Analytical Skills, Python Programming, Computer Systems, Data Structures, Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Analysis, Computer Architecture, Debugging

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Beginner: Figma UI / UX Design Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Layout Design, Interactive Design, UI/UX Strategy, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), Systems Design, User Flows, Graphic and Visual Design, Data Sharing, Design Reviews, Design Software, Color Matching, Version Control

    4.3
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Computer Networks: Implementation & Security

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Computer Networking, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Administration, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, General Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Planning And Design, Local Area Networks, Cloud Computing, TCP/IP, Network Security, Threat Detection, Cloud Services, Network Protocols, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Networking Hardware, Computer Security

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Chinese Characters for beginner 汉字

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, Vocabulary, Literacy, Writing, Language Learning, English Language

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Color Grading: Beginner to Intermediate: Skillshare
  • Java from Beginner to Expert: Packt
  • Jira Essentials: Beginner-Intermediate Mastery: Coursera
  • Beginner After Effects: Logo Animation: Skillshare
  • Computer Security and Systems Management: University of Colorado System
  • Deep Learning for Computer Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Computer Vision in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
  • SQL From Beginner to Advanced: LearnKartS
  • Computational Thinking for Problem Solving: University of Pennsylvania
  • Beginner: Figma UI / UX Design Essentials: Skillshare

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