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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

    Database Essentials and Vulnerabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management, Databases, Relational Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Security, User Accounts, Secure Coding, SQL, Application Security, Vulnerability Scanning, NoSQL, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Encryption, Data Manipulation

    4.7
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    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Web Development in React.js: Build a Web App

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript Frameworks, UI Components, Restful API, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Javascript, Application Development, Computer Programming

    4.1
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado System

    Cybersecurity for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Computer Security Incident Management, Metasploit, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Data Security, Authentications, Cyber Attacks, Security Testing, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Computer Security Awareness Training, Risk Management, Security Awareness, Enterprise Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Containers w/ Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift

    Skills you'll gain: Istio, Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, OpenShift, Docker (Software), CI/CD, DevOps, Application Deployment, Command-Line Interface, Scalability, Microservices, YAML

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Critical Role of IT Support Staff in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Desktop Support, End User Training and Support, Help Desk Support, Patient Communication, Health Informatics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Technical Support, Information Technology, Health Information Management, Issue Tracking, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Privacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    763 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Principles of fMRI 1

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Medical Imaging, Radiology, Research Design, Image Analysis, Experimentation, Neurology, Data Preprocessing, Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    849 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Vibe Coding Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Vibe coding, Debugging, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, AI Security, Application Programming Interface (API), Responsible AI, Development Environment, AI Enablement, Integrated Development Environments, API Testing, Application Development, Application Security

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security Manager Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Cyber Governance, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Awareness, Cyber Security Strategy, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, Security Strategy, Culture Transformation, Cyber Security Policies, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Mobile Security, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Assessment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Playwright Python and Pytest for Web Automation Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, Test Automation, Authentications, CI/CD, Test Script Development, API Testing, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Web Development Tools, Test Case, GitHub, User Interface (UI)

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    VSCode for Developers: Set up a professional environment

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Debugging, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Software Development

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    DeepLearning.AI

    LLMOps

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Kubernetes, Model Evaluation, Software Versioning, Supervised Learning

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnKartS

    Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment with Jenkins

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, CI/CD, Apache Tomcat, Apache Maven, Docker (Software), Continuous Integration, Application Lifecycle Management, Shell Script, Continuous Deployment, Application Deployment, DevOps, Continuous Delivery, Command-Line Interface, Git (Version Control System)

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Database Essentials and Vulnerabilities: IBM
  • Web Development in React.js: Build a Web App: Coursera
  • Cybersecurity for Business: University of Colorado System
  • Introduction to Containers w/ Docker, Kubernetes & OpenShift: IBM
  • The Critical Role of IT Support Staff in Healthcare: Johns Hopkins University
  • Principles of fMRI 1: Johns Hopkins University
  • Vibe Coding Fundamentals: University of Colorado System
  • Cyber Security Manager Certificate: Macquarie University
  • Playwright Python and Pytest for Web Automation Testing: Packt
  • VSCode for Developers: Set up a professional environment: Coursera

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