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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


  • T

    The Linux Foundation

    Using Git for Distributed Development

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Software Installation, Open Source Technology, Software Development Tools, Software Versioning, Debugging, Linux

    4.6 stars, 598 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (598) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Developing and Deploying a Complete Django Web Application

    Skills you'll gain: Ajax, jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, JSON, Django (Web Framework), Web Applications, Javascript, Debugging, Database Design, Data Modeling, Event-Driven Programming, Data Access, User Accounts, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming

    4.8 stars, 295 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (295) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • O

    Oracle

    Oracle Java Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Oracle Cloud, Computer Programming, Cloud Development, Integrated Development Environments, Programming Principles, Development Environment

    4.6 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (44) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Digital Forensics

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Investigation, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Policies, Digital Analysis, Computer Security, Digital Assets, Security Testing, Data Analysis Software, Cyber Risk, Incident Management

    4.4 stars, 30 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Applied Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Application Security, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Encryption, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Mobile Security, Data Integrity

    4.6 stars, 77 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (77) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Software Quality Assurance and Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Performance Testing, Software Quality Assurance, White-Box Testing, API Testing, Test Script Development, AI Security, Performance Stress Testing, Regression Testing, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), AI Integrations, Code Review, Scalability, Automation, Code Coverage, Software Technical Review, DevOps, Collaborative Software, Security Testing, Waterfall Methodology

    4.1 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.1 (50) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Manchester

    Industrial Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing and Production, Materials science, Medical Science and Research, Engineering Design Process, Drug Development, Scalability

    4.7 stars, 3.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    IBM

    DevOps Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Devops Tools, DevOps, CI/CD, Cloud Deployment, User Story, Microservices, OpenShift, DevSecOps, Application Deployment, Continuous Integration, Agile Software Development, Cloud-Native Computing, Code Review, Kubernetes, Test Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Deployment, Continuous Delivery, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Cloud Computing

    4.8 stars, 182 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (182) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Software Engineering: Software Design and Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design Patterns, Software Architecture, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Quality Assurance, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Software Design, Software Engineering, Quality Assurance, Systems Analysis, Object Oriented Design, Systems Design, Project Management, Project Planning, Systems Architecture, Unified Modeling Language, Diagram Design

    4.6 stars, 220 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (220) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Minnesota

    User Research and Design

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, User Experience Design, User Experience, User Centered Design, Persona (User Experience), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Ideation, User Interface (UI), UI/UX Strategy, Qualitative Research, User Interface (UI) Design, Surveys, User Story, Data Collection, Persona Development, Data Analysis, Interviewing Skills, People Analytics

    4.6 stars, 472 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (472) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Spring - Ecosystem and Core

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, JUnit, Application Frameworks, Unit Testing, Java Programming, Enterprise Application Management, Integration Testing, Configuration Management, Development Environment, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Context Management

    3.8 stars, 456 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (456) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Google サイバーセキュリティ

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Hardening, Network Security, Stakeholder Communications, Relational Databases, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), TCP/IP, Cyber Attacks, Bash (Scripting Language), Incident Management, Threat Management, Data Security, Security Management, Debugging

    4.7 stars, 240 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (240) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner computer courses

  • Using Git for Distributed Development: The Linux Foundation
  • Developing and Deploying a Complete Django Web Application: University of Michigan
  • Oracle Java Foundations: Oracle
  • Cyber Security: Digital Forensics: Macquarie University
  • Introduction to Applied Cryptography: University of London
  • Software Quality Assurance and Testing: Board Infinity
  • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
  • DevOps Capstone Project: IBM
  • Software Engineering: Software Design and Project Management: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • User Research and Design: University of Minnesota

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