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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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    Coursera

    Analyze, Create, and Evaluate Cloud Security

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, DevSecOps, Security Controls, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cyber Security Assessment, Identity and Access Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cloud Computing, Vulnerability Management, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, NIST 800-53, Authorization (Computing), Threat Detection, Auditing, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    R Programming for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, R (Software), Data Science, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Regression Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Plot (Graphics), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Software Development, Computer Programming Tools, Data Import/Export, Machine Learning Algorithms

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Autonomous Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Logic, Agentic systems, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Design, System Requirements, Functional Requirement, Machine Controls, Theoretical Computer Science, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Analysis, Verification And Validation, Software Systems, Simulations, Automation Engineering, Control Systems, Mechanics, Systems Analysis, Automation, Diagram Design, Safety Assurance

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Vertex AI Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Model Deployment, Google Gemini, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, Ideation, Product Lifecycle Management, AI Product Strategy, LLM Application, Google Cloud Platform, Prototyping

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    IoT Security: Privacy, Software, and Physical Security

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Patch Management, Data Security, Information Systems Security, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Internet Of Things, Mobile Security, Hardening, Personally Identifiable Information, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Network Security, Information Privacy, Vulnerability Management, Release Management, Data Storage, Operating Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Elastic Google Cloud Infrastructure: Scaling and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Load Balancing, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Managed Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Deployment, Virtual Machines, IT Automation, Scalability, Application Programming Interface (API), General Networking, Network Security

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Codio

    Web Technologies and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Application Security, Angular, OAuth, Test Driven Development (TDD), Cryptography, Web Components, Data Validation, Vue.JS, Data Security, Authentications, HTML and CSS, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Web Development, Web Applications, JavaScript Frameworks, Javascript, Security Strategy, Computer Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Advanced Programming in Kotlin

    Skills you'll gain: Kotlin, Android Development, Android Studio, Unit Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mobile Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Testing, Functional Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Excel Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization, Data Analysis Software, Productivity Software, Data Security, Data Validation, Data Management, Workflow Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alex Genadinik

    Create (Artificial Intelligence) AI VIDEOS WITH ZERO FILMING

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Video Production, Video Editing, Content Creation, Artificial Intelligence, Animations, Multimedia, TikTok, Natural Language Processing, Scripting

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 3 (Projects)

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Simulations, Code Review, User Interface (UI), Automation, Debugging, Data Management

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Word for Office 365 (Desktop or Online): Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Collaborative Software, Microsoft 365, Excel Macros, Microsoft Office, Document Management, Collaboration, Productivity Software, Microsoft Windows, Productivity, Technical Documentation, Web Content, Writing, Report Writing, Writing and Editing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Editing, Business Writing, Computer Literacy, Business Communication

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Analyze, Create, and Evaluate Cloud Security: Coursera
  • R Programming for Data Science: Logical Operations
  • Foundations of Autonomous Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Vertex AI Studio: Google Cloud
  • IoT Security: Privacy, Software, and Physical Security: CertNexus
  • Elastic Google Cloud Infrastructure: Scaling and Automation: Google Cloud
  • Web Technologies and Security: Codio
  • Advanced Programming in Kotlin: Meta
  • Excel Essentials: Packt
  • Create (Artificial Intelligence) AI VIDEOS WITH ZERO FILMING: Alex Genadinik

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