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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


  • P

    Peking University

    程序设计与算法

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Memory Management, C and C++, Graph Theory, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Application Development, Systems Development, Data Storage, Computer Architecture

    4.8 stars, 2.7K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Application Development using Microservices and Serverless

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, OpenShift, Cloud Applications, Serverless Computing, Microservices, Istio, API Gateway, Cloud-Native Computing, Restful API, Cloud Computing, IBM Cloud, Kubernetes, Application Development, Containerization, Software Architecture, Scalability, Flask (Web Framework)

    4.6 stars, 412 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (412) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Business Analysis & Process Management

    Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Process Modeling, Business Process, Business Analysis, Process Mapping, Process Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Process Modeling, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Computer Literacy

    4.5 stars, 7.6K reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (7.6K) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Introduction to Applied Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Cryptographic Protocols, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Brute-force attacks, Authentications, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Probability, Computer Science

    4.6 stars, 1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    VFX with Adobe After Effects from Novice to Expert

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Post-Production, Computer Graphic Techniques, 3D Assets, Timelines, Visual Storytelling, Color Theory, Typography

    4.6 stars, 357 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Workspace Security

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Email Security, Google Workspace, Mobile Security, Security Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Data Security, Security Controls, OAuth, Endpoint Security, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Data Loss Prevention, Multi-Factor Authentication

    4.7 stars, 813 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    JavaScript Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, HTML and CSS, Event-Driven Programming, Scripting, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Programming Principles, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Event Monitoring, Data Structures, Debugging

    4.7 stars, 941 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (941) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, AI literacy, Computer Science, Automation, Social Sciences, Generative AI, Social Impact, Deep Learning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Robotics

    4.7 stars, 496 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (496) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Evaluating Designs with Users

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, User Experience Design, User Experience, UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, Usability, Human Computer Interaction, Test Planning, Technical Communication, Interviewing Skills

    4.8 stars, 306 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (306) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Cyber Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Digital Forensics

    4.7 stars, 182 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (182) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Programming with Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Computational Thinking, Animations, Video Game Development, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Storytelling, Game Design, Solution Design, Program Development, Coordination

    4.4 stars, 117 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (117) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The Linux Foundation

    Linux for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Linux, Command-Line Interface, File Systems, Linux Administration, Linux Commands, User Accounts, Operating System Administration, System Configuration, Bash (Scripting Language), File Management, Unix Shell, User Provisioning, System Monitoring, Shell Script, Operating Systems, System Software, Patch Management, Software Installation, OS Process Management

    4.5 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • 程序设计与算法: Peking University
  • Application Development using Microservices and Serverless: IBM
  • Business Analysis & Process Management: Coursera
  • Introduction to Applied Cryptography: University of Colorado System
  • VFX with Adobe After Effects from Novice to Expert: EDUCBA
  • Google Workspace Security: Google Cloud
  • JavaScript Basics: University of California, Davis
  • Sesenta años de inteligencia artificial: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Evaluating Designs with Users: University of Michigan
  • Cyber Incident Response: Infosec

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