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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


  • S

    Stanford Online

    Introduction to Logic

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Problem Solving, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Business Logic

    4.4 stars, 657 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (657) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Finetuning Large Language Models

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Large Language Modeling, Model Training, Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Model Optimization, Transfer Learning, Data Preprocessing

    4.6 stars, 628 reviews, Intermediate, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (628) · Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • N

    New York Institute of Finance

    Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Operational Risk, Credit Risk, Portfolio Risk, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Business Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Operational Analysis, Risk Appetite, Risk Mitigation, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Financial Market, Risk Analysis, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Control, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Derivatives, Governance

    4.7 stars, 1.7K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Active Machine Learning with Python

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Training, Model Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Image Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Continuous Monitoring, Data Collection, Python Programming, Big Data, Data Quality

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity and Mobility

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Mobile Security, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Internet Of Things, Cyber Governance, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies

    4.5 stars, 640 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (640) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Jenkins : Automating your delivery pipeline

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, CI/CD, Continuous Delivery, DevOps, Continuous Integration

    4.5 stars, 342 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (342) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Data-Driven Digital Marketing & Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Modeling, Social Media Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Marketing, Social Network Analysis, Customer Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Ethics, Data Warehousing, Customer Insights, Data Science, Digital Analysis, Case Studies, Blockchain, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Data Integrity, Image Analysis, Machine Learning

    4.5 stars, 3.8K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (3.8K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Videojuegos: ¿de qué hablamos?

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Interaction Design, Artificial Intelligence

    4.3 stars, 568 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (568) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Product Strategy in the age of GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Product Flow Diagram, Competitive Analysis, Product Strategy, Innovation, Design Thinking, Process Flow Diagrams, Ideation, New Product Development, Customer Insights, Go To Market Strategy, Product Management, Product Development, Product Planning, Strategic Prioritization, AI Product Strategy, Market Analysis, Prototyping, Generative AI, Strategic Planning

    4.4 stars, 180 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (180) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 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, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Manufacturing and Production, Materials science, Medical Science and Research, Drug Development, Process Analysis, Scalability

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

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data & Identity Security

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Cryptography, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Data Security, Authentications, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Encryption, Network Security, Data Management, Azure Active Directory, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Engineering, Security Management, Network Protocols, Okta, Cyber Risk, Computer Security, Security Awareness

    4.6 stars, 25 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (25) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    Learn AI Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Tool Calling, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Human Computer Interaction, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6 stars, 92 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (92) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Logic: Stanford Online
  • Finetuning Large Language Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • Risk Management: New York Institute of Finance
  • Active Machine Learning with Python: Packt
  • Cybersecurity and Mobility: Kennesaw State University
  • Jenkins : Automating your delivery pipeline: Coursera
  • Data-Driven Digital Marketing & Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Videojuegos: ¿de qué hablamos?: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Product Strategy in the age of GenAI: Coursera
  • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester

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