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.

University of Colorado System
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 (331) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

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

Microsoft
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 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java Programming, Java, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Computational Logic, Computer Science, Data Storage
★ 4.5 (118) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
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 (190) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

Tecnológico de Monterrey
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 (122) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Automation Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Manufacturing and Production, Engineering, Data Ethics, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Programming
★ 4.6 (60) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
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 (224) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

California Institute of the Arts
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 (4.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months