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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


  • C

    Codio

    Unix and Bash for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, User Accounts, Unix Commands, Unix, Bash (Scripting Language), Command-Line Interface, Kubernetes, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, OS Process Management, Firewall, Ubuntu, Docker (Software), Containerization, Network Monitoring, File Systems, Shell Script, TCP/IP, Scripting, Version Control

    4 stars, 114 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4 (114) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    Skillshare

    Adobe Illustrator Basics for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Data Import/Export, Computer Graphic Techniques, Computer Graphics, Graphic Design

    4.5 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Computer Hardware, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Systems, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, Data Storage

    4.9 stars, 3.7K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (3.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English Beginner A1

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Learning, Grammar, Language Competency, Vocabulary

    4.3 stars, 33 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    AI Python for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Application Development, Scripting, Programming Principles, Automation, Computer Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Structures

    4.8 stars, 254 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (254) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Learn Java from Scratch - A Beginner's Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Java, Object Oriented Design, Memory Management, Hibernate (Java), Unit Testing, File I/O, Data Persistence, Docker (Software), Software Testing, Software Design Patterns, Integrated Development Environments

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad

    Introduction to Computer Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Science, System Programming, Memory Management, Performance Tuning, C (Programming Language), Computational Logic, Numerical Analysis, Algorithms, Debugging

    4.7 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Development Environment, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization, Cloud Development, Virtual Machines, Cloud Services, Application Development

    4.5 stars, 165 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (165) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Computers and Operating Systems and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storage Technologies, Operating Systems, IT Infrastructure, Email Security, Productivity Software, Cybersecurity, Computer Architecture, Data Security, Cloud Computing

    4.8 stars, 2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Computer Programming with Visual Basic

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, File I/O, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Database Management, System Software, Databases, Relational Databases, Algorithms, Computer Architecture, Network Security, Computer Hardware, SQL, Computer Science, Development Environment, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Program Development, Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio

    4.6 stars, 176 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (176) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    XML - Beginner Level

    Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Extensible Languages and XML, Data Sharing, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Interoperability, Data Management, Data Validation, Data Architecture, Design, Technical Design

    4.4 stars, 16 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Cisco ACI Fundamentals for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Network Infrastructure, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Administration, Network Engineering, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Data Centers, Network Switches, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Planning And Design, Computer Networking, Border Gateway Protocol, System Configuration, Network Model, IT Infrastructure, Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Security Controls, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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