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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Microsoft Excel: Learn with Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, ChatGPT, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Data Visualization, Document Management, Project Management Software, Collaborative Software, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Project Management, Data Entry, Generative AI, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.6 stars, 24K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (24K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    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

    Agentic AI Architectures with Patterns, Frameworks and MCP

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, Model Context Protocol, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Context Engineering, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, LangChain, ChatGPT, Tool Calling, AI Integrations, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Context Management, Software Architecture, Deep Learning, Interoperability, Software Design Patterns

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Linux Security and System Troubleshooting

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux Servers, Network Troubleshooting, Linux, Event Monitoring, Systems Administration, Linux Commands, System Support, Hardening, System Monitoring, Security Controls, System Configuration, Network Administration, Authorization (Computing), Operating Systems, Unix Shell, Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Disaster Recovery

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    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
  • U

    University of Alberta

    Software Processes and Agile Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Agile Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Product Development, Scrum (Software Development), Software Engineering, Process Driven Development, Agile Project Management, Process Modeling

    4.7 stars, 5.3K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (5.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Azure DevOps Security, Compliance, and Secrets Management

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Azure DevOps, Azure DevOps Pipelines, Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Governance, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Testing, Application Security, Devops Tools, Identity and Access Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Controls, Compliance Management, Authorization (Computing), Dependency Analysis, Containerization, Code Reusability, GitHub, Git (Version Control System)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    University of California, Irvine

    Getting Started with Go

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

    4.6 stars, 2.5K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (2.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    No-Code AI Development with Flowise

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Generative AI Agents, AI Security, AI Enablement, JSON, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Embeddings, AI Personalization, Application Programming Interface (API), Vector Databases, Knowledge Transfer, Integration Testing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Angular From Basics to Advanced Development

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM IT Scrum Master

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Software Development, Kanban Principles, DevOps, Backlogs, Full-Stack Web Development, Software Design, Risk Analysis, Scrum (Software Development), Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Team Building, Risk Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.7 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (12K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    JavaScript Web Workers - A Practical Visual Guide 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Performance Tuning, Frontend Performance, OS Process Management, Management Consulting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Microsoft Excel: Learn with Projects: Coursera
  • Programming with Google Go: University of California, Irvine
  • Agentic AI Architectures with Patterns, Frameworks and MCP: Packt
  • Linux Security and System Troubleshooting: LearnKartS
  • Applying Agile Frameworks and Practices in Real Projects: Packt
  • Software Processes and Agile Practices: University of Alberta
  • Azure DevOps Security, Compliance, and Secrets Management: LearnKartS
  • Getting Started with Go: University of California, Irvine
  • No-Code AI Development with Flowise: Edureka
  • Angular From Basics to Advanced Development: LearnKartS

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