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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Data Science, Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming, Verification And Validation

    4.7 stars, 544 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (544) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Azure Repos, Git, and GitHub for DevOps Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Development Environment, Microsoft Development Tools, Devops Tools, Continuous Integration, DevOps, CI/CD, Microsoft Azure, Software Versioning, Microsoft Visual Studio, Collaborative Software, Software Development Tools, Authorization (Computing), Security Controls, Code Review, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Open Source Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Programming with Google Go

    Skills you'll gain: Go (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C (Programming Language), Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Algorithms, Memory Management, OS Process Management, Data Structures, System Programming, File I/O, Computational Logic, Network Protocols, Package and Software Management, Data Sharing

    4.6 stars, 3K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (3K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Applying Agile Frameworks and Practices in Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Agile Project Management, Kanban Principles, Project Risk Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Methodology, Team Performance Management, Agile Product Development, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Workflow Management, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Lean Methodologies, Team Management, Team Building, Process Improvement, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, Backlogs, Project Management Life Cycle

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    The Ultimate Linux Shell Scripting Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, grep, Unix, Linux Commands, Linux, Unix Commands, Scripting, Linux Servers, Secure Coding, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, Maintainability, Hardening, Debugging, Linux Administration, Code Reusability, Windows PowerShell, Mac OS

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Democratizing Application Development with Betty Blocks

    Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Data Modeling, Application Design, Application Development, Database Design, Enterprise Application Management, Business Logic, Web Applications, Mockups, Relational Databases, Business Process Automation, Collaborative Software, Development Environment, Process Driven Development, Web Design and Development, User Provisioning, User Accounts, UI Components, Business Solutions, Programming Principles

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • C

    Coursera

    Create Your First Python Program From UST

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Development Environment

    4.6 stars, 3.1K reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (3.1K) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Packt

    Understanding Generative AI Core Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, GitHub Copilot, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), OpenAI, Development Environment, AI literacy, Large Language Modeling, Software Development Tools, Microsoft Development Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Machine Learning, .NET Framework, Software Installation, Microsoft Azure

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
  • P

    Packt

    Modern Architectures and Career Growth in .NET 8

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Maintainability, Docker (Software), Containerization, Software Architecture, .NET Framework, Solution Architecture, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), ASP.NET, Kubernetes, Programming Principles, Microservices, C# (Programming Language), Cloud Platforms, Unit Testing, Web Applications, LLM Application, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Reinforcement Learning, Computational Logic, Agentic systems, Bayesian Network, Decision Intelligence, Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics, AI literacy, Markov Model, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Probability, Model Optimization, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Gen AI: Beyond the Chatbot

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, Google Gemini, Generative AI, AI Enablement, AI Workflows, Google Cloud Platform, Google Workspace, AI Integrations

    4.6 stars, 632 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (632) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Intermediate Jetpack Compose & Mobile App Development

    Skills you'll gain: Android Jetpack, Android Development, Mobile Development, Kotlin, UI Components, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Code Reusability, Software Design, Animations, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Software Architecture, Maintainability, JSON, Data Visualization Software, Layout Design, Data Modeling

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner computer courses

  • Algorithms for Searching, Sorting, and Indexing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Azure Repos, Git, and GitHub for DevOps Engineers: LearnKartS
  • Programming with Google Go: University of California, Irvine
  • Applying Agile Frameworks and Practices in Real Projects: Packt
  • The Ultimate Linux Shell Scripting Guide: Packt
  • Democratizing Application Development with Betty Blocks: Packt
  • Create Your First Python Program From UST: Coursera
  • Understanding Generative AI Core Concepts: Packt
  • Modern Architectures and Career Growth in .NET 8: Packt
  • Artificial Intelligence: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

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