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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


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    IBM

    Front-End Development Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub, HTML and CSS, Mockups, Version Control, React.js, Front-End Web Development, Web Design, Figma (Design Software), Web Development, Application Deployment, Web Analytics and SEO, Software Development, Databases

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Adobe

    Adobe Digital Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Planning, Adobe Express, Social Media Content, Cross-Channel Marketing, Content Marketing, Target Audience, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Brand Marketing, Market Research, Graphic and Visual Design, Generative AI, Performance Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to C++ Programming: Create a Tic-Tac-Toe Game

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Data Structures, Interactive Design, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming, Java Programming, Software Development, Computational Logic, Computer Science

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Resolución de problemas por búsqueda

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Problem Management, Data Structures, Performance Testing, Python Programming

    4.5
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    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Android App Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Android Jetpack, Android Development, Android Studio, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), Kotlin, Application Development, Wireframing, User Flows

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Primer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Enablement, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Large Language Modeling, Creativity, Human Computer Interaction, Collaboration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    435 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Advancing Women in Tech

    The Art & Science of Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Technical Product Management, Engineering Management, Product Management, Team Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Experience Design, Design, Software Design, Artificial Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Technical Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Operating System Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Linux Commands, Command-Line Interface, Linux, Cybersecurity, Operating System Administration, Operating Systems, Windows PowerShell, Unix Commands, Microsoft Windows, Computer Systems, Mac OS

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    96 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Networking, Virtualization, and IT Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Virtualization, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Network Administration, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Mobile Security, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Cloud Security, Wireless Networks, Peripheral Devices

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Ball State University

    Introduction to Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Data Analysis, Programming Principles, Statistical Analysis, Computer Programming, Analytics, Python Programming, Data Analysis Software, Natural Language Processing, Scripting, Descriptive Statistics, NumPy, Algorithms, Scripting Languages, Debugging

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Artificial Intelligence Data Fairness and Bias

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Collection, Game Theory, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Social Justice, Predictive Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create website videos with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Product Demonstration, Web Content, Video Production, Marketing Materials, Graphic Design, Data Visualization, Content Creation, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Web Design, Team Oriented, Storytelling, Content Marketing

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner computer courses

  • Front-End Development Capstone Project: IBM
  • Adobe Digital Marketing Strategy: Adobe
  • Introduction to C++ Programming: Create a Tic-Tac-Toe Game: Coursera
  • Resolución de problemas por búsqueda: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Android App Capstone : Meta
  • Generative AI Primer: Vanderbilt University
  • The Art & Science of Product Management: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Operating System Foundations: Infosec
  • Advanced Networking, Virtualization, and IT Security: Packt
  • Introduction to Programming: Ball State University

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