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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

    Real World DevOps Project with Ansible, Docker and GitLab

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Ansible, Linux Administration, Containerization, Linux, Linux Servers, GitLab, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Devops Tools, Operating System Administration, CI/CD, DevOps, Continuous Integration, Linux Commands, IT Automation, Infrastructure Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), System Monitoring, Network Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Networking in Google Cloud: Hybrid and Multicloud - Français

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Google Cloud Platform, Multi-Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Virtual Networking, Multiprotocol Label Switching, Cloud Computing, Border Gateway Protocol, General Networking, Network Routing, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Infrastructure, Network Security, Data Centers, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Build Trustworthy AI: Measure Human Connection

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Responsible AI, User Experience, Persona (User Experience), AI literacy, Human Computer Interaction, Data Ethics, Surveys, Artificial Intelligence, Trustworthiness, Decision Intelligence, Psychosocial Assessments, Generative AI, Psychological Evaluations, Data Collection, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Oracle RAC Advanced Operations and Deployment Scenarios

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Databases, Operational Databases, Package and Software Management, Scalability, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Software Installation, Disaster Recovery, Performance Tuning, Verification And Validation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Tokens to Deployment: NLP, Language Models, & Production API

    Skills you'll gain: OAuth, Unit Testing, Apache Airflow, Fine-tuning, Model Evaluation, Data Validation, API Design, Test Driven Development (TDD), Data Integrity, Extract, Transform, Load, Multimodal Prompts, Natural Language Processing, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), OpenAI API, Data Presentation, Hugging Face, Token Optimization, LLM Application, CI/CD, Tensorflow

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    CertNexus

    CyberSec First Responder – Advanced (CFR-A): Attack

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Network Security, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, System Configuration, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Linux, Bash (Scripting Language), Proxy Servers, Scripting, Linux Commands, Scripting Languages, Python Programming

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    2026 Marketing Introduction And Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Target Audience, Target Market, Estimation, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Customer Analysis, Market Analysis, Persona Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Deep Learning: Build & Optimize Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Deep Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Jupyter, Model Optimization, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Transformation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Manage Suppliers: From List to Onboarding

    Skills you'll gain: Supplier Management, Vendor Management, Supplier Performance Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Risk Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Compliance Management, Data Integrity, Workflow Management, Regulatory Compliance, Data Quality, Strategic Partnership, Market Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Build Interactive Websites Using jQuery & Sliders

    Skills you'll gain: Web Design, Maintainability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Image Classification with Keras: Build & Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Model Optimization, Model Training, Fine-tuning, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Data Preprocessing, Jupyter

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free
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    Coursera

    Débuter avec ImageJ

    Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Analysis, Software Installation

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Real World DevOps Project with Ansible, Docker and GitLab: Packt
  • Networking in Google Cloud: Hybrid and Multicloud - Français: Google Cloud
  • Build Trustworthy AI: Measure Human Connection: Coursera
  • Oracle RAC Advanced Operations and Deployment Scenarios: Packt
  • Tokens to Deployment: NLP, Language Models, & Production API: Coursera
  • CyberSec First Responder – Advanced (CFR-A): Attack: CertNexus
  • 2026 Marketing Introduction And Fundamentals: Alex Genadinik
  • Deep Learning: Build & Optimize Neural Networks: EDUCBA
  • Manage Suppliers: From List to Onboarding: Coursera
  • Build Interactive Websites Using jQuery & Sliders: EDUCBA

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