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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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    Packt

    Scene Detailing, Prop Creation, and Rendering

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Virtual Environment, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Architectural Design, Performance Tuning, Image Quality, Design, Aesthetics

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Pearson

    Test-Driven Development for JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Unit Testing, TypeScript, Angular, Software Testing, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Development Testing, Test Case, Code Coverage, Test Automation, Testability, Integration Testing, Javascript, Node.JS, UI Components, Debugging, Mockups

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Meaningful Predictive Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Validation, Regression Analysis, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Python Programming, Statistical Methods, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, Classification Algorithms, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Introduction to ES6+

    Skills you'll gain: Web Development Tools, Javascript, Cross Platform Development, Web Applications, Node.JS, Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Attacks, Security Management, Cyber Threat Hunting, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Data Security, Cyber Security Strategy, DevSecOps, Continuous Monitoring, Malware Protection, Cloud Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Penetration Testing, Risk Management Framework, Encryption, Authentications

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Cómo entrenar a tus electrones 2: Diodos y Transistores

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Power Electronics, Electronic Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Engineering Analysis, Computational Logic, Mathematical Modeling, Physics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Easy Instagram Reels in Canva: Design & Post

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Canva (Software), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing, Productivity, Drive Engagement, Creative Design, Video Production, Animations, Design

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Machine Learning for Accounting with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Text Mining, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Natural Language Processing, Statistical Analysis, Pandas (Python Package)

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Building AI Agents: Automation and NLP Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: CrewAI, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, OpenAI, Automation, LLM Application, Data Ethics, Model Evaluation, Innovation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    산업용 IoT 시장 및 보안

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Wireless Networks, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Real-Time Operating Systems, Emerging Technologies, Software-Defined Networking, Cryptography, Cloud Platforms, Encryption, Market Dynamics, Operational Efficiency

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Hands-on with Windows Server 2019

    Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Remote Access Systems, Hyper-V, Server Administration, Operating System Administration, Active Directory, Windows PowerShell, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Group Policy, Virtualization, Network Infrastructure, System Monitoring, Data Storage, Event Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Generative AI for Web Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Front-End Web Development, Google Gemini, Web Development Tools, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Databases, Responsible AI, Back-End Web Development, Web Content, Web Design and Development, User Interface (UI), ChatGPT, Web Servers, Prompt Engineering, AI Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Scene Detailing, Prop Creation, and Rendering: Packt
  • Test-Driven Development for JavaScript: Pearson
  • Meaningful Predictive Modeling: University of California San Diego
  • Introduction to ES6+: Scrimba
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003: Pearson
  • Cómo entrenar a tus electrones 2: Diodos y Transistores: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Easy Instagram Reels in Canva: Design & Post: Skillshare
  • Machine Learning for Accounting with Python: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Building AI Agents: Automation and NLP Foundations: Coursera
  • 산업용 IoT 시장 및 보안: University of Colorado Boulder

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