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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Data Analysis and Visualization with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Plotly, Data Ethics, Plot (Graphics), Generative Model Architectures, Scientific Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Data Quality, Exploratory Data Analysis, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Manipulation, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Machine Learning

    4.3 stars, 122 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Advanced Machine Learning on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Natural Language Processing, Tensorflow, Model Optimization, Model Evaluation, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Computer Vision, Large Language Modeling, Reinforcement Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Model Training, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Systems Design, Applied Machine Learning, AI Personalization, Cloud Deployment, Machine Learning

    4.5 stars, 1.5K reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.5K) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Introduction to Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, OpenAI API, GitHub Copilot, AI literacy, Hugging Face, Fine-tuning, Responsible AI, Python Programming, Machine Learning

    4.5 stars, 255 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (255) · 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, Design, Virtual Environment, Art History, Technical Design, Software Visualization, Design Strategies, Design Reviews, Design Elements And Principles, Creative Design, Visual Storytelling, Game Theory

    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
  • U

    University of London

    3D Models for Virtual Reality

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Reality, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), 3D Assets, Unity Engine, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, Video Game Development, Computer Graphic Techniques, Game Design, Performance Tuning

    4.6 stars, 387 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Mastering KiCAD: Open-Source PCB Design for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Design Software, Diagram Design, Technical Design, Design, Open Source Technology, Software Installation, Data Import/Export

    4.1 stars, 33 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • 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
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to CSS3

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Web Design, Web Design and Development, Javascript

    4.4 stars, 110 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (110) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Hacking and Patching

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Metasploit, Application Security, Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Brute-force attacks, Secure Coding, Exploitation techniques, Software Design Patterns, Vulnerability Assessments, Memory Management, Amazon Web Services, SQL, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Operating Systems, Data Validation

    4 stars, 279 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (279) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Management, Unix, File Systems, Systems Administration

    4.5 stars, 683 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (683) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Conociendo Canva, tu nueva herramienta de diseño favorita

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphics Software, Design, Design Software, Creative Design, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools

    4.6 stars, 435 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (435) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • M

    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Front-End

    Skills you'll gain: Front-End Web Development, Debugging, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, GitHub, Web Design and Development, Pseudocode, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Diagram Design, Microsoft Copilot, Algorithms, Program Development, Code Reusability, Computational Logic, C# (Programming Language)

    4.8 stars, 79 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (79) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Data Analysis and Visualization with Python: Microsoft
  • Advanced Machine Learning on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to Generative AI: Duke University
  • Game Design: Art and Concepts: California Institute of the Arts
  • 3D Models for Virtual Reality: University of London
  • Mastering KiCAD: Open-Source PCB Design for Beginners: Coursera
  • Java Basics: Selection and Iteration: Codio
  • Introduction to CSS3: Johns Hopkins University
  • Hacking and Patching: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting: Coursera

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