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.

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Computer Hardware, Computer Programming, Computer Architecture, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Algorithms, File Management, Operating Systems, Program Development, Debugging
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Data Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Operating System Administration, Computer Security Awareness Training, Network Monitoring, Network Analysis, Operating Systems, Data Integrity, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, File Systems, Linux, Linux Commands, Email Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Education and Training, Technical Communication, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Human Computer Interaction, Computational Thinking, Computer Science, Curriculum Development, Innovation, Technical Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, C (Programming Language), Linux Commands, Linux, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Programming Principles, Computer Engineering, Linux Servers, File Systems, System Programming, Build Tools, Data Structures, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, Software Documentation, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Debugging
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Linux Commands, Computer Literacy, Windows PowerShell, File Systems, File Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Computer Security, OSI Models, Systems Administration, Virtualization, Operating System Administration, Network Security, Information Technology, Information Systems Security, Enterprise Security, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Computer Networking, Virtual Machines, Enterprise Architecture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Computer Systems, System Configuration, System Design and Implementation, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Embedded Systems, Systems Design, Automation, Computational Logic, Configuration Management, Performance Tuning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Peripheral Devices, Networking Hardware, Hardware Troubleshooting, USB, System Configuration, Desktop Support, Computer Networking, Computer Architecture, Data Storage Technologies, General Networking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Computer Systems, Informatics, Data Processing, Data Sharing, Computing Platforms, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Data Storage, Computer Architecture, Computer Literacy, Computer Hardware, Big Data, Capacity Management, Data Centers, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Mainframe Computing, z/OS, Virtualization, IBM Cloud, Virtual Machines, Hardware Architecture, Infrastructure Architecture, Enterprise Security, Computer Security, Computer Systems, Computer Hardware, Cryptography
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Diversity Awareness, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Machine Learning, Media and Communications, Automation, Cultural Diversity, Personally Identifiable Information, Workplace inclusivity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Emerging Technologies
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Machines, Cloud Services, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Operating Systems, Computer Displays, Mobile Development Tools, Android (Operating System), Wireless Networks, Apple iOS
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks