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Computing 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 network protocols and cybersecurity principles. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, SQL for database querying, and various integrated development environments (IDEs) that facilitate coding and project collaboration.


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Popular Computing Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    IBM IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Technical Support, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Hardware Troubleshooting, IT Service Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Professional Networking, Help Desk Support, Data Storage, Desktop Support, Peripheral Devices, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Service

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    12K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    R Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Debugging, Simulations, Computer Programming Tools, Programming Principles, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Data Import/Export

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    22K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Istio, Software Architecture, Node.JS, React Redux, Application Deployment, Restful API, Kubernetes, Database Design, CI/CD, Cloud-Native Computing, Responsive Web Design, NoSQL, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), Ajax, Javascript, Azure DevOps, Engineering Software

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    9.3K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Distributed Systems and Web Services

    Skills you'll gain: Web Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Storage, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Google Cloud Platform, Flask (Web Framework), Distributed Computing, Containerization, Software Architecture, Docker (Software), Virtualization, Restful API, JSON, Microservices, Scalability, Extensible Markup Language (XML), API Design, Computer Architecture

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Cloud Support Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Network Security, Cloud Management, Microsoft Azure, Business Software, Computer Hardware, Virtual Machines, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, Desktop Support, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Azure Active Directory, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, System Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Computing, Network Protocols

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Networking, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, OSI Models, Network Routing, Network Infrastructure, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Wireless Networks, Network Model, Data Integrity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Multiple educators

    IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Penetration Testing, Cloud Services, Business Continuity, Cloud Deployment, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Generative AI, Configuration Management, Governance, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography

    4.7
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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Hardening, Network Protocols, Cloud Security, Network Architecture, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, TCP/IP, Vulnerability Assessments, Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Firewall, Cloud Computing, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Encryption

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM IT Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Software Development Life Cycle, Stakeholder Engagement, Software Architecture, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Peer Review, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Agile Methodology, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Information Technology, Risk Management, Interviewing Skills, Agile Project Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.7
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux Commands, Linux, SQL, Unix, Database Management, Command-Line Interface, Relational Databases, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, User Accounts

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Ultimate EKS Bootcamp by School of DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Amazon Web Services, Prometheus (Software), Microservices, Identity and Access Management, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Deployment, Data Storage, Load Balancing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Grafana, Scalability, Microarchitecture

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Time Series Analysis with Spark

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Apache Spark, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Big Data, Feature Engineering, Distributed Computing, Forecasting, Anomaly Detection, Generative AI, Real Time Data, Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Pipelines, Model Evaluation, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Statistical Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computing courses

  • IBM IT Support: IBM
  • R Programming: Johns Hopkins University
  • IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer: IBM
  • Distributed Systems and Web Services: University of Pittsburgh
  • Microsoft Cloud Support Associate: Microsoft
  • The Bits and Bytes of Computer Networking: Google
  • IBM and ISC2 Cybersecurity Specialist: IBM
  • Connect and Protect: Networks and Network Security: Google
  • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
  • Tools of the Trade: Linux and SQL: Google

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