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Computer 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 cybersecurity principles. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, SQL for database queries, and frameworks like React for building user interfaces, demonstrating how these skills are applied in real-world projects.

Popular Computer Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Building Database Applications in PHP

    Skills you'll gain: PHP (Scripting Language), MySQL, Database Application, Database Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management, Secure Coding, Authentications, Web Applications, SQL, Network Protocols

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Linux, Linux Administration, File Systems, Shell Script, Package and Software Management, Electrical Engineering

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    156 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Responsible AI, Social Impact, Decision Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    329 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Learn to code with AI

    Skills you'll gain: HTML and CSS, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Mobile Development, Web Applications, Web Design and Development, Program Development, ChatGPT, GitHub, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, Application Deployment, Responsive Web Design, Video Game Development, Git (Version Control System), AI Integrations, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Database Development, Computer Programming, Database Application, Machine Learning

    4.6
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    148 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Parallel Programming in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Dataflow, Java, Distributed Computing, Programming Principles, Application Frameworks, Algorithms, Performance Tuning, Functional Design, Scalability

    4.6
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security Manager Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Governance, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Safety Culture, Cyber Risk, Security Awareness, Event Monitoring, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Dashboard, Threat Management, Security Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Mobile Security, Corporate Communications, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Operations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Blogs, Content Optimization, Web Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Web Content, Keyword Research, Content Management, Marketing, Analytics, Web Design, Web Development, User Experience

    4.5
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    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Cloud Support Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Microsoft Azure, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Authorization (Computing), Load Balancing, Collaborative Software, Hardware Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Computer Networking, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, General Networking, Microsoft Teams, Authentications, Dashboard Creation, Cloud Computing, IT Automation, Security Controls, Network Protocols

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Embedded Software Development with C

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), Embedded Systems, Debugging, Peripheral Devices, Memory Management, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, System Programming, Software Development Tools, Program Development, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Eclipse (Software), Data Structures, Build Tools, C and C++, Programming Principles, Microarchitecture

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    295 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Fundamentals of Visualization with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Dashboard Creation, Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Dashboard, Tableau Software, Data Sharing, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis

    4.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Meta

    Front-End Developer Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Git (Version Control System), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, HTML and CSS, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), UI/UX Strategy, React.js, Code Review, Frontend Integration, Version Control, Usability, Web Design, User Interface (UI), Web Design and Development, Usability Testing, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Technical Review, Javascript

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    466 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Pointers, Arrays, and Recursion

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Data Structures, C and C++, Programming Principles, Program Development, Algorithms, Memory Management, Computer Programming, Data Access

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    351 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Building Database Applications in PHP: University of Michigan
  • Linux System Programming and Introduction to Buildroot: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: Politecnico di Milano
  • Learn to code with AI: Scrimba
  • Parallel Programming in Java: Rice University
  • Cyber Security Manager Certificate: Macquarie University
  • Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress: Coursera
  • Microsoft Cloud Support Associate: Microsoft
  • Embedded Software Development with C: EDUCBA
  • Fundamentals of Visualization with Tableau: University of California, Davis

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