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.

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Medical Imaging, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Data Preprocessing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Model Based Systems Engineering, Cyber Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Control Systems, Embedded Systems, Systems Analysis, Computational Logic, Digital Communications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Java, Java Programming, Functional Design
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Java, Application Development, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Microsoft Visual Studio, Algorithms
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Scrimba
Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, AI Workflows, LLM Application, ChatGPT, Application Programming Interface (API), Performance Testing, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Context Management, Application Development, Test Case
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, IT Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Infrastructure Security, Encryption, Data Security, Desktop Support, Network Security, Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Technical Support, Active Directory, Network Protocols, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Customer Service, Debugging
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Research, Natural Language Processing, Big Data, AI Enablement, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Applied Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Analytics, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: JSON, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Web Services, Javascript, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Servers, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Open Source Technology, Programming Principles, Scalability, Functional Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Scatter Plots, Digital Signal Processing, Data Analysis, Histogram, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power BI, Dashboard, No-Code Development, Data Visualization, Power Apps Component Framework, Business Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Application Development, Data Integration, Performance Analysis, Application Design, Automation, Data Security, Business Process, Computing Platforms, Microsoft Teams, Data Analysis Software, Data Modeling
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Microsoft Azure, Computer Vision, No-Code Development, Machine Learning, AI Workflows, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Model Deployment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks