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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


  • U

    Universidades AnƔhuac

    AI para docentes: Transforma tu enseƱanza con ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Responsible AI, Education Software and Technology, Generative AI, AI Integrations, Digital pedagogy, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, AI Security, Prompt Engineering, Natural Language Processing

    4.9 stars, 737 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.9 (737) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Systems Design, Microarchitecture, System Design and Implementation, Technical Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Digital Design, Design Software, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Simulations

    4.3 stars, 862 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.3 (862) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Computational Thinking with Beginning C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, File I/O, Data Collection, Simulations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visual Studio, C (Programming Language), Analysis, C and C++, Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Automation, Program Development, Algorithms, Microsoft Development Tools, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Code Reusability

    4.6 stars, 433 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.6 (433) Ā· Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Amazon

    Full Stack Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Full-Stack Web Development, Restful API, Cloud Deployment, Frontend Integration, Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Services, Cloud Development, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Web Development, Spring Framework, Amazon Web Services, HTML and CSS, Data Persistence, Application Programming Interface (API), Server Side, Web Applications, Back-End Web Development, Javascript

    4 stars, 57 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4 (57) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Software Development

    4.6 stars, 119 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ā˜… 4.6 (119) Ā· Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    PyTorch Ultimate 2024 - From Basics to Cutting-Edge

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Classification Algorithms, Transfer Learning, Model Training, Vision Transformer (ViT), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Image Analysis, Fine-tuning, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Generative Model Architectures, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Algorithms

    4.5 stars, 103 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.5 (103) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Model Evaluation, Matlab, Data Preprocessing, Model Optimization, Scientific Visualization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Machine Learning Software, Mathematical Software, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Wrangling, Applied Mathematics, Data Validation, Mathematical Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Decision Support Systems

    4.9 stars, 145 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.9 (145) Ā· Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Software Engineering: Implementation and Testing

    Skills you'll gain: White-Box Testing, Acceptance Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Configuration Management, Debugging, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Testing, Software Development, Software Engineering, Unified Modeling Language, Software Quality Assurance, Software Configuration Management, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), System Design and Implementation, Change Control, Test Case, Requirements Analysis, Waterfall Methodology, Project Management

    4.7 stars, 150 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.7 (150) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Desarrollo de aplicaciones con Android

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Mobile Development, Android Studio, Android (Operating System), Data Persistence, Application Development, Data Storage Technologies, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Data Storage, User Interface (UI), Application Lifecycle Management, Authorization (Computing), Database Management

    4.3 stars, 334 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.3 (334) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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    Packt

    Foundations of 3D Modelling in Blender

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Computer Graphic Techniques, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphical Tools, Computer Graphics, Animation and Game Design, Model Optimization, User Interface (UI)

    4.2 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.2 (33) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    INSEAD

    Blockchain, Cryptoassets, and Decentralized Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Agentic systems, Financial Inclusion, Business Modeling, Financial Systems, Payment Systems, Emerging Technologies, Business Transformation, Distributed Computing, Transaction Processing, Cryptographic Protocols, Identity and Access Management, Contract Management, Cost Reduction

    4.7 stars, 383 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.7 (383) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Responsible AI in the Generative AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Risking, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving

    4.8 stars, 196 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.8 (196) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • AI para docentes: Transforma tu enseƱanza con ChatGPT:Ā Universidades AnĆ”huac
  • Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors:Ā Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Computational Thinking with Beginning C Programming:Ā University of Colorado System
  • Full Stack Web Development:Ā Amazon
  • Concepts in Python: Loops, Functions and Returns:Ā Coursera
  • PyTorch Ultimate 2024 - From Basics to Cutting-Edge:Ā Packt
  • Applied AI for Engineers and Scientists: Foundations:Ā University of Glasgow
  • Software Engineering: Implementation and Testing:Ā The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Desarrollo de aplicaciones con Android:Ā Universidad Nacional Autónoma de MĆ©xico
  • Foundations of 3D Modelling in Blender:Ā Packt

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