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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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    Coursera

    AppDynamics Monitoring

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Performance Management, System Monitoring, Continuous Monitoring, AI Integrations, Performance Tuning, Anomaly Detection, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Mapping, Dependency Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    Apply SCD2 to Build Dynamic Data Models

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Data Modeling, Trend Analysis, Business Intelligence, Scalability, Data Integrity, Data Pipelines, SQL

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    Use and Create Templates

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Scalability, Brand Awareness, Branding, Brand Strategy, Program Standards, Brand Management, Document Management, Workflow Management, Layout Design, Visual Design, Operational Efficiency, Operational Risk

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Implementing Complex MPLS VPNs

    Skills you'll gain: Multiprotocol Label Switching, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Routing Protocols, Service Level, Network Planning And Design, Network Routing, Virtual Networking, Network Routers, Network Architecture, Network Security

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    EDUCBA

    Implement RPA Bots for Social Media Monitoring

    Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Analytics, Business Process Automation, Microsoft Excel, Automation, Market Analysis, Solution Design, Secure Coding, Process Design, Image Analysis, Brand Management, Data Import/Export, UI Components, Web Scraping, Data Validation, Verification And Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Streamline Jira Workflows, Analyze Bottlenecks Fast

    Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Process Optimization, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Design, Process Management, Process Analysis, Business Workflow Analysis, Workflow Management, Process Improvement, Business Process, Business Process Automation, Issue Tracking, Configuration Management, Automation, Data Import/Export

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Pragmatic AI Labs

    GitHub: Evaluating and Integrating AI Models

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Model Evaluation, AI Integrations, GitHub, Application Programming Interface (API), AI Enablement, Generative AI, Development Environment, API Design, LLM Application, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Development, Cloud Deployment, Prompt Engineering, Scalability, Authentications, Data Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Transform, Analyze, and Report Data with R

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Knitr, Model Evaluation, Data Wrangling, Tidyverse (R Package), Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, R (Software), Statistical Reporting, R Programming, Data Quality, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Statistical Modeling, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Pipelines, Performance Analysis, Performance Metric

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Infrastructure: Technologies Behind Smart Venues

    Skills you'll gain: Building Information Modeling, Internet Of Things, Data Infrastructure, Infrastructure Architecture, Sustainable Technologies, Energy and Utilities, Network Infrastructure, Water Sustainability, AI Security, Facility Management, Water Resource Management, Security Controls, Real Time Data, Wireless Networks, Interoperability, Sustainable Architecture, Decision Intelligence, AI Enablement, Dashboard, Traffic Flow Optimization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Use Notion Databases Like a Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Database Development, Dashboard, Database Design, Database Software, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Management, Workflow Management, Consolidation, Productivity Software, Data Management, Computational Logic

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    SQL Analytics: Aggregation, Subqueries & Query Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Transaction Processing, Performance Tuning, Databases, Business Reporting, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity, Database Development, Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Data Processing, Data Import/Export, Data Structures, Scripting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Financial Modeling with NPV and IRR

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Financial Statement Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Return On Investment, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Finance, Loans, Business Valuation, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Investments, Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Real Time Data, Loan Origination, Value-Based Care, Design

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • AppDynamics Monitoring: Coursera
  • Apply SCD2 to Build Dynamic Data Models: Coursera
  • Use and Create Templates: Coursera
  • Implementing Complex MPLS VPNs: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Implement RPA Bots for Social Media Monitoring: EDUCBA
  • Streamline Jira Workflows, Analyze Bottlenecks Fast: Coursera
  • GitHub: Evaluating and Integrating AI Models: Pragmatic AI Labs
  • Transform, Analyze, and Report Data with R: Coursera
  • Infrastructure: Technologies Behind Smart Venues: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Use Notion Databases Like a Pro: Skillshare

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