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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

    Modernize Infrastructure and Applications with Google Cloud - Français

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Applications, Cloud Infrastructure, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Computing, Technology Strategies, Multi-Cloud, Serverless Computing, Kubernetes, Containerization, Leadership and Management, Finance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Secure AI: Red-Teaming & Safety Filters

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, LLM Application, Cyber Security Assessment, Large Language Modeling, Continuous Monitoring, Security Testing, Responsible AI, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Prompt Engineering, Security Controls, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Strategy, AI Personalization, Exploitation techniques, System Implementation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Build Apps and Fine-Tune LLMs Using the OpenAI API

    Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, LLM Application, Multimodal Prompts, ChatGPT, Fine-tuning, Data Ethics, Image Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), Generative AI, AI literacy, Natural Language Processing, Large Language Modeling, Computer Vision, Application Deployment, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    How to use Custom and Conditional Formatting in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Computer Literacy

    ★ 4.6 (109) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI for Energy and Biomedical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Biomedical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Image Analysis, Medical Imaging, Artificial Intelligence, Electric Power Systems, Bioinformatics, Drug Development, Sustainable Technologies, Generative AI, Patient-centered Care, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Anomaly Detection, Machine Learning Algorithms

    ★ 4.6 (75) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Python GUI Development with Tkinter: Build Pro Desktop Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Application Development, Application Design, Typography, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Scrimba

    Deploy a Website with Netlify

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Delivery, Release Management, React.js, Vue.JS, User Accounts

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    Northeastern University

    Machine Learning for Engineers: Algorithms and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Model Optimization, Model Training, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Statistical Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Regression Analysis, Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction, Complex Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Displays

    Skills you'll gain: Display Devices, Computer Displays, Systems Design, Technical Design, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Components, Image Quality, Technology Solutions, Materials science, Emerging Technologies, Physics

    ★ 3.9 (53) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Unity: Master Procedural Fractal & Spline Design

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Code Reusability, Animations, Unity Engine, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Software Design Patterns, Game Design, Software Visualization, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI), Application Performance Management, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, System Monitoring, Application Frameworks, Computer Graphics, Performance Tuning, Memory Management, Scripting

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Ethical Hacking

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Metasploit, Public Key Infrastructure, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Cryptography, Mobile Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Security Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment, Application Security, Operating System Administration, Network Security, Operating Systems, Encryption, Hardening

    ★ 4 (20) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Data Modeling and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management Systems, Database Management, Database Administration, Database Software, Database Development, Database Design, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Application, Relational Databases, SQL, Data Modeling, Network Model, Query Languages, Data Maintenance, Data Integrity, Data Manipulation, Data Security, Diagram Design

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Modernize Infrastructure and Applications with Google Cloud - Français: Google Cloud
  • Secure AI: Red-Teaming & Safety Filters: Coursera
  • Build Apps and Fine-Tune LLMs Using the OpenAI API: Packt
  • How to use Custom and Conditional Formatting in Excel: Coursera
  • AI for Energy and Biomedical Applications: University of Michigan
  • Python GUI Development with Tkinter: Build Pro Desktop Apps: Packt
  • Deploy a Website with Netlify: Scrimba
  • Machine Learning for Engineers: Algorithms and Applications: Northeastern University
  • Displays: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Unity: Master Procedural Fractal & Spline Design: EDUCBA

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