Computer courses can help you learn programming languages like Python and Java, data structures, algorithms, and web development fundamentals. You can build skills in software design, debugging, and database management, along with understanding cybersecurity principles. Many courses introduce tools such as Git for version control, SQL for database queries, and frameworks like React for building user interfaces, demonstrating how these skills are applied in real-world projects.

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Network Architecture, FinTech, Information Technology Architecture, Distributed Computing, Security Controls, Other Programming Languages, Programming Principles, Emerging Technologies, Scalability, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing, Interoperability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: vSphere Networking and Storage, Virtual Networking, vCenter Server Management, vSphere DRS & HA, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Performance Tuning, Virtual Machines, Disaster Recovery, Storage vMotion, VMware ESX Servers, iSCSI Configuration, VMware vSAN, vCenter Server, Event Monitoring, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Patch Management, Virtualization, Security Controls, System Monitoring, IT Infrastructure
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Unstructured Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, Deep Learning, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Business Solutions, Data Access, Data Quality
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Product Development, Product Development, Design Thinking, Product Design, Persona (User Experience), Team Management, Agile Methodology, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Persona Development, Innovation, Customer experience strategy (CX), Value Propositions, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Document Management, Productivity Software, Computer Literacy, Writing and Editing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Exploratory Data Analysis, Deep Learning, Text Mining, Matplotlib, Data Cleansing, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Test Driven Development (TDD), Unit Testing, Development Testing, Software Testing, Testability, Java, Test Case
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Node.JS, Web Development, HTML and CSS, Front-End Web Development, Web Servers, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Applications, Server Side, Javascript, Middleware, Back-End Web Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Cyber Governance, Threat Modeling, Network Security, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Malware Protection, Cyber Attacks, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Incident Management, Hardening, Threat Detection, Security Strategy, Application Security, Mobile Security, Business Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Vulnerability, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

DeepLearning.AI
Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Tool Calling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, Context Management, Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Data Persistence, System Design and Implementation
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Apple software proficiency, Application Development, Mobile Development, Mobile Development Tools, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Linux, Ubuntu, Operating System Administration, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, Unix, Command-Line Interface, Unix Commands, Network Administration, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Web Servers, System Configuration, General Networking, Firewall, Virtual Machines
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months