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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


  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Java SE 21 OOP and Functional Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Java, Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design Patterns, Maintainability, Software Design, Code Reusability, Functional Design, Data Management, Data Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Introduction to Transformer Models for NLP

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, Vision Transformer (ViT), Prompt Engineering, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Deployment, Transfer Learning, Hugging Face, Natural Language Processing, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Large Language Modeling, Cloud Deployment, Computer Vision, Generative AI, Image Analysis, Generative Model Architectures, LLM Application, Application Deployment, Model Training, Embeddings, Data Preprocessing

    ★ 4.2 (6) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Design, Compare and Analyze LLM Architectures

    Skills you'll gain: Diagram Design, Unified Modeling Language, Cloud Deployment, Model Deployment, Data Ethics, Information Privacy, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Programming Interface (API), AI Product Strategy, Data Pipelines, Cloud API, Cost Estimation, Feature Engineering, Cost Management, Performance Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Arm

    Build Your First Internet of Things (IoT) Application on Arm

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Mobile Development, Android Development, Emerging Technologies, Cloud Services, Application Design, Wireless Networks, Hardware Architecture, Cloud Computing, Local Area Networks, General Networking, Network Protocols, Communication Systems, Computer Hardware

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    Dassault Systèmes

    xDesign Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry

    Skills you'll gain: SolidWorks (CAD), Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Drawings, Technical Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Design Software, 3D Modeling, Mechanical Engineering

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Unity Android — Build a 3D ZigZag Racing Game with C#

    Skills you'll gain: Android Development, Unity Engine, Mobile Development, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, C# (Programming Language), Scripting, Software Installation, Programming Principles, Animations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Lean Product Portfolios: Beyond Value Stream Mapping

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Enterprise Architecture, Product Management, Product Planning, Product Strategy, User Research, New Product Development, Scalability, Lean Methodologies, Project Portfolio Management, Product Lining, Product Roadmaps, User Centered Design, Product Development, Product Improvement, Product Flow Diagram, Commercialization, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Organizational Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Go (Golang) for the Absolute Beginners - Hands-On

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, Programming Principles, Package and Software Management, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Development, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • N

    Northeastern University

    Comprehensive UX and Responsive Web Design

    Skills you'll gain: Web Design and Development, Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Front-End Web Development, Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development Tools, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), React.js, User Interface (UI), JavaScript Frameworks, Web Applications, Javascript, Web Servers, Server Side, Software Development Tools, Semantic Web, Command-Line Interface

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Intro to Unity - Game Development Made Easy

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Animation and Game Design, Video Game Development, Game Design, Scripting, Interactive Design, 3D Assets, User Interface (UI), Animations, UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to Google Workspace & Domain Setup

    Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Email Security, User Accounts, User Provisioning, Collaborative Software, Gmail, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Multi-Factor Authentication, Security Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • K

    KodeKloud

    Rust Programming - Advanced Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Unit Testing, Development Testing, Continuous Integration, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, System Programming, C and C++, Integration Testing, Web Applications, Memory Management, Data Structures, Functional Design

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Java SE 21 OOP and Functional Techniques: John Wiley & Sons
  • Introduction to Transformer Models for NLP: Pearson
  • Design, Compare and Analyze LLM Architectures: Coursera
  • Build Your First Internet of Things (IoT) Application on Arm: Arm
  • xDesign Advanced Sketching and Reference Geometry: Dassault Systèmes
  • Unity Android — Build a 3D ZigZag Racing Game with C#: Packt
  • Lean Product Portfolios: Beyond Value Stream Mapping: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Go (Golang) for the Absolute Beginners - Hands-On: Packt
  • Comprehensive UX and Responsive Web Design: Northeastern University
  • Intro to Unity - Game Development Made Easy: Packt

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