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Computer Fundamentals Courses

Computer fundamentals courses can help you learn basic hardware and software concepts, operating systems, networking, and cybersecurity principles. You can build skills in troubleshooting, system maintenance, and understanding data management practices. Many courses introduce tools like Windows, Linux, and various programming languages, showing how these skills apply in everyday computing tasks and professional environments.

Popular Computer Fundamentals Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Video Game Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Game Design, C# (Programming Language), Code Reusability, Event-Driven Programming, File I/O, UI Components, Data Import/Export, Configuration Management

    4.6 stars, 331 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Database Essentials and Vulnerabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Database Administration, Database Management Systems, Databases, Database Application, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Security, User Accounts, User Provisioning, SQL, Vulnerability Management, Application Security, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, NoSQL, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Exploitation techniques, Encryption

    4.7 stars, 71 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (71) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Codio

    Getting Started with Generative AI API

    Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, Fine-tuning, Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, ChatGPT, Multimodal Prompts, Application Performance Management, Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, LLM Application, Image Analysis, Photo Editing, Token Optimization, Application Programming Interface (API), Animations, Tool Calling, File Management, Python Programming, Computer Science

    3.9 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.9 (36) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Market Research and Competitive Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Competitive Intelligence, Persona Development, Market Analysis, Customer Analysis, Market Intelligence, Market Opportunities, Business Research, AI Product Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Product Management, Product Development, Target Audience, Product Strategy, Gap Analysis

    4.5 stars, 54 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Codio

    Java Basics: Selection and Iteration

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java Programming, Java, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Science, Data Storage

    4.5 stars, 118 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Design, Interactive Design, Program Development, FinTech, Command-Line Interface

    4.7 stars, 190 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (190) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • I

    IBM

    Practice Exams for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1 & Core 2

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, Command-Line Interface, Peripheral Devices, Software Installation, Security Controls, Active Directory, Technical Support and Services, System Configuration

    4.7 stars, 65 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (65) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Inteligencia Artificial centrada en el ser humano

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Responsible AI, Human Machine Interfaces, Agentic systems, Machine Learning, Human Computer Interaction, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6 stars, 122 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Leeds

    How to Get Into Robotics

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Automation Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Manufacturing and Production, Engineering, Data Ethics, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Programming

    4.6 stars, 60 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Spring MVC, Spring Boot and Rest Controllers

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Spring Framework, Restful API, Spring Boot, Web Services, Frontend Integration, JavaScript Frameworks, JSON, YAML, Java, Web Applications, Configuration Management, Angular, Java Programming, Software Architecture, Extensible Markup Language (XML)

    4.1 stars, 224 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (224) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Generative AI for Developers With Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Microsoft Copilot, AI literacy, AI Integrations, Risking, Software Development Tools, AI Workflows, Software Documentation, Artificial Intelligence, Code Review

    4.3 stars, 91 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (91) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Game Design: Art and Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Animations, Prototyping, Conceptual Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Technical Communication, Design, Virtual Environment, Art History, Technical Design, Software Visualization, Design Strategies, Design Reviews, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Visual Storytelling

    4.7 stars, 4.2K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Intermediate Object-Oriented Programming for Unity Games: University of Colorado System
  • Database Essentials and Vulnerabilities: IBM
  • Getting Started with Generative AI API: Codio
  • Market Research and Competitive Analysis: Microsoft
  • Java Basics: Selection and Iteration: Codio
  • Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming in C++: University of London
  • Practice Exams for CompTIA A+ Certification: Core 1 & Core 2: IBM
  • Inteligencia Artificial centrada en el ser humano: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • How to Get Into Robotics: University of Leeds
  • Spring MVC, Spring Boot and Rest Controllers: LearnQuest

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