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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


  • G

    Google Cloud

    AI Infrastructure: Introduction to AI Hypercomputer

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Infrastructure, Model Optimization, Cloud Computing Architecture, Performance Tuning, Computer Architecture, AI Workflows, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture

    4.2 stars, 18 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    Advanced AI: Techniques, Applications, and Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, AI literacy, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Model Training, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Decision Intelligence, Hugging Face, Machine Learning Methods, Generative AI, LLM Application, Bayesian Network, Human Centered Design, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: How did we get here?

    Skills you'll gain: Telecommunications, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Mobile Security, Digital Communications, Computer Networking, Network Protocols, Global Positioning Systems

    3.9 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.9 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fudan University

    基于Unity引擎的游戏开发进阶

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Cross Platform Development, Performance Tuning, Android Development, Game Design, Mobile Development, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Android (Operating System), Animation and Game Design, Computer Graphic Techniques, Image Quality, Virtual Environment, Artificial Intelligence, Animations, Scripting

    4.7 stars, 36 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (36) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Generative AI: The Future of UX UI Design

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Responsible AI, Persona (User Experience), Experience Design, Miro AI, Design Software, Human Centered Design, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Ideation, Brainstorming

    4.4 stars, 50 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (50) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Python Basics: Learn, Apply & Build Programs

    Skills you'll gain: Software Installation, Code Reusability, Functional Design, Programming Principles, Data Validation, Python Programming, Program Development, Scripting, Software Design, Computational Thinking, Development Environment, Computational Logic, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Command-Line Interface, Arithmetic, Problem Solving

    4.5 stars, 36 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (36) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Games, Sensors and Media

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, iOS Development, Video Game Development, Mobile Development, Geographic Information Systems, Game Design, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Geospatial Information and Technology, Animations, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, Global Positioning Systems, Computer Graphic Techniques, Event-Driven Programming, Knowledge of Apple Hardware

    4.5 stars, 55 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (55) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Embedded Software and Hardware Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Debugging, Data Structures, System Programming, Microarchitecture, C (Programming Language), Memory Management, Hardware Architecture, Computer Architecture, Software Design, Maintainability, Computer Programming Tools, System Configuration, Code Reusability, Peripheral Devices

    4.5 stars, 532 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (532) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Epic Games

    Visual Development and Audio Design in Games

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Video Game Development, 3D Modeling, Animation and Game Design, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Game Design, Computer Graphics, Multimedia, Animations, Virtual Environment, Performance Tuning, Model Optimization, Design Elements And Principles, Prototyping, Musical Composition

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

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Next-Gen UX and UI

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), UI/UX Research, Prototyping, User Research, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, AI Personalization, UI/UX Strategy, User Experience, User Flows, AI powered creativity, Design Research, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability, Figma (Design Software), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Data Storytelling, Journey Mapping, Generative AI, User Experience Design, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.4 stars, 205 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (205) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Web Development

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), GitHub, HTML and CSS, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Microsoft Copilot, Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Responsive Web Design, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Javascript, Web Design, Front-End Web Development, Web Development Tools, JSON, Semantic Web

    4.1 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (50) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Essentials for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Security Testing, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Strategy, AI Integrations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Threat Hunting, Data Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Governance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Security Management, Security Awareness, Security Strategy, AI Product Strategy, Security Software, Generative AI

    4.7 stars, 51 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (51) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • AI Infrastructure: Introduction to AI Hypercomputer: Google Cloud
  • Advanced AI: Techniques, Applications, and Ethics: Madecraft
  • Internet of Things: How did we get here?: University of California San Diego
  • 基于Unity引擎的游戏开发进阶: Fudan University
  • Generative AI: The Future of UX UI Design: SkillUp
  • Python Basics: Learn, Apply & Build Programs: EDUCBA
  • Games, Sensors and Media: University of California, Irvine
  • Embedded Software and Hardware Architecture: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Visual Development and Audio Design in Games: Epic Games
  • Next-Gen UX and UI: Coursera

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