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Computing 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 network protocols and cybersecurity principles. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, SQL for database querying, and various integrated development environments (IDEs) that facilitate coding and project collaboration.

Popular Computing Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Computer Security, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Threat Management, Network Security, Information Privacy, Malware Protection, Email Security, Mitigation

    4.6 stars, 938 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Analysis Software, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Algorithms, Microbiology, Statistical Methods, Python Programming

    4.3 stars, 1.1K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (1.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Jupyter, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Mathematical Modeling, Distributed Computing, Simulation and Simulation Software, Python Programming, Calculus, Mechanics, Vibrations, Simulations, Derivatives

    4.8 stars, 392 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (392) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Management Tools and Security Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Serverless Computing, Security Strategy, Network Security, Firewall, Cloud Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Services, System Monitoring, Cloud Security, Cloud Deployment, Application Security, Information Systems Security, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Key Management

    4.7 stars, 546 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (546) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • O

    Oracle

    Introduction to Oracle Cloud Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Oracle Cloud Applications, Cloud Solutions, Supply Chain Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Resource Planning, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Supply Chain, Enterprise Application Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Human Resources Software, Software As A Service, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Virtual Networking

    4.8 stars, 25 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Model Training, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, No-Code Development, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning

    4.4 stars, 297 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Getting Started with Data Visualization in R

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, R (Software), Data Import/Export, Data Visualization Software, R Programming, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Reporting, Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Software Installation

    4.7 stars, 313 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (313) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Siemens

    Introduction to Digital Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Technologies, Business Transformation, Automation, Internet Of Things, Product Development, Technology Strategies, Product Design, Technology Solutions, Emerging Technologies, Telecommunications, Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6 stars, 112 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (112) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • R

    Rice University

    Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Analysis, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Program Development

    4.6 stars, 385 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Continuous Deployment, Application Lifecycle Management

    4.7 stars, 67 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of London

    Mathematics for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, General Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Cryptography, Logical Reasoning, Geometry, Deductive Reasoning

    4.2 stars, 283 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (283) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Unleashing the Power of Networks and the Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Virtualization, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Serverless Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Security, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Management, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Network Troubleshooting, Software-Defined Networking, Cloud Security, Network Administration

    4.7 stars, 40 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (40) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular computing courses

  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Coursera
  • Finding Hidden Messages in DNA (Bioinformatics I): University of California San Diego
  • Computers, Waves, Simulations: A Practical Introduction to Numerical Methods using Python: Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Microsoft Azure Management Tools and Security Solutions: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Oracle Cloud Essentials: Oracle
  • Microsoft Azure Machine Learning: Microsoft
  • Getting Started with Data Visualization in R: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Digital Transformation: Siemens
  • Algorithmic Thinking (Part 1): Rice University
  • Kubernetes for the Absolute Beginners with Hands-on Labs: KodeKloud

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