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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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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Arrays, Lists, and Structured Data

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Java, Cryptography, Software Engineering, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Encryption, Web Servers

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Mobile Development, AI Security, Data Ethics, Anthropic Claude, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Software Testing, Apple iOS, AI Product Strategy, Software Development, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning

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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Everyday Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Regression Analysis, Data Validation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Management, Data Visualization Software, Data Entry, Statistical Modeling, Data Cleansing, Financial Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Financial Modeling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Import/Export, Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Master Commercial Kitchen Power Layouts: Analyze & Design

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Wiring, Wiring Diagram, Electrical Systems, Blueprint Reading, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Power, Schematic Diagrams, Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Computer-Aided Design, Basic Electrical Systems, AutoCAD, Electrical Safety

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    SQL Joins

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, SQL, Relational Databases, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Computer Science

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Model Checking with SAT and SMT

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Model Evaluation, Arithmetic

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Hardware Troubleshooting, Operating Systems, Desktop Support, Network Troubleshooting, Network Security, System Support, Computer Hardware, Microsoft Windows, Technical Support, Systems Administration, Software Installation, System Configuration, Technical Support and Services, Mac OS, Help Desk Support, Operating System Administration, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, Active Directory

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Istio, Software Architecture, Node.JS, Application Deployment, Restful API, Kubernetes, React Redux, Database Design, CI/CD, Cloud-Native Computing, Responsive Web Design, NoSQL, OpenShift, Git (Version Control System), Ajax, Javascript, Azure DevOps, Engineering Software

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Responsive Website Development and Design

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Human Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, jQuery, Web Design and Development, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), User Experience Design, User Accounts, MongoDB, Wireframing, Web Applications, Full-Stack Web Development, Interactive Data Visualization, Application Design, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Javascript

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    AI-First Test Automation with Functionize Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, AI Orchestration, Software Quality Assurance, Maintainability, Quality Assurance, Automation, Verification And Validation, User Interface (UI), Natural Language Processing, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    3D Trees with Blender Geometry Nodes

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Divide and Conquer, Sorting and Searching, and Randomized Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Analysis, Computer Science, Probability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Java Programming: Arrays, Lists, and Structured Data: Duke University
  • Generative AI for Mobile App Developers: IBM
  • Everyday Excel: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Master Commercial Kitchen Power Layouts: Analyze & Design: EDUCBA
  • SQL Joins : Coursera
  • Model Checking with SAT and SMT : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification: IBM
  • IBM Full-Stack JavaScript Developer: IBM
  • Responsive Website Development and Design: University of London
  • AI-First Test Automation with Functionize Essentials: Coursera

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