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    • Status: Free
      Free
      É

      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Enseignes et afficheurs à LED

      Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Computer Displays, Display Devices, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Electronic Components, Computational Logic, Remote Access Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Programmable Logic Controllers, Control Systems, Embedded Systems, C (Programming Language)

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Packt

      Learn REST API Automation Using REST Assured

      Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Postman API Platform, OAuth, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Test Automation, Data Validation, JSON, Web Services, Mockups, Verification And Validation, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Virtualization, Debugging

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      Telehealth Best Practices and Uses

      Skills you'll gain: Telehealth, Health Technology, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Health Equity, Health Care, Regulatory Compliance, Health Care Administration, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Technical Support

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Foundations of Solidity and Smart Contract Development

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Programming Principles, Secure Coding, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Development Testing, Debugging

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      LearnQuest

      Scrum Master Certification Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Test Driven Development (TDD), Sprint Retrospectives, User Story, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Product Development, Kanban Principles, Agile Methodology, Solution Delivery, Application Deployment, Meeting Facilitation

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      SAS

      Using SAS Viya REST APIs with Python and R

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Analysis Software, Advanced Analytics, R Programming, Big Data, Image Analysis, Data Science, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Natural Language Processing, Jupyter, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Data Processing, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Neural Networks

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Prompt Injection Vulnerabilities

      Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Cybersecurity, Prompt Engineering, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Threat Modeling, Risk Analysis, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Risk Mitigation, Natural Language Processing

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Amazon Event Bridge and Lambda

      Skills you'll gain: AWS CloudFormation, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Event-Driven Programming, Serverless Computing, Event Monitoring

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Game Development: HTML to Unreal Engine Mastery

      Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Software Design, HTML and CSS, User Interface (UI), Animations, Debugging, Computing Platforms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Meta

      Principios de diseño UX/UI

      Skills you'll gain: User Research, UI/UX Research, Persona (User Experience), Design Research, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, User Centered Design, Figma (Design Software), Wireframing, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Design Strategies, Design Elements And Principles

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      Edureka

      Machine Learning and NLP Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Text Mining, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Unstructured Data

      3.4
      Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Zurich

      Sprachtechnologie in den Digital Humanities

      Skills you'll gain: Extensible Markup Language (XML), Natural Language Processing, Unstructured Data, Language Competency, Data Analysis Software, Data Quality, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Machine Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Enseignes et afficheurs à LED: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
    • Learn REST API Automation Using REST Assured: Packt
    • Telehealth Best Practices and Uses: University of California, Davis
    • Foundations of Solidity and Smart Contract Development: Packt
    • Scrum Master Certification Practice: LearnQuest
    • Using SAS Viya REST APIs with Python and R: SAS
    • Introduction to Prompt Injection Vulnerabilities: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Amazon Event Bridge and Lambda: Coursera Project Network
    • Game Development: HTML to Unreal Engine Mastery: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Principios de diseño UX/UI: Meta

    Frequently Asked Questions about Computer

    Whether for academic purposes, career advancement, or personal interest, understanding why you want to learn computing can focus your studies. Regular practice with coding, operating systems, and software applications is essential. Join online forums like Stack Overflow or local coding clubs for support and knowledge sharing. Work on real projects such as developing small apps or managing databases. Introduction to Computer Science and Programming by University of London is an excellent course to start with.‎

    Computer courses on Coursera cover a wide array of practical skills applicable to various technology-related tasks and professions:

    • Basic computer literacy, including understanding hardware and software components.
    • Operating systems usage, focusing on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
    • Office productivity tools such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
    • Internet skills, including using web browsers, email, and cloud services.
    • Data entry and basic data management.
    • Digital communication and online collaboration tools.
    • Basic troubleshooting and maintenance of personal computers.‎

    Computer courses on Coursera are designed to accommodate learners at all skill levels:

    • Absolute beginners who need foundational skills such as using a computer or navigating the internet.
    • Intermediate users can learn more about software applications, data management, and online security.
    • More experienced users can refine their skills in specific software tools or learn advanced maintenance and troubleshooting techniques.

    These courses provide step-by-step instructions to ensure everyone can follow along and build confidence in their computer skills. ‎

    Participants in Computer courses on Coursera can earn several credentials that enhance their professional profiles:

    • Certificates of completion for individual courses, which can be shared on social platforms like LinkedIn.
    • Professional certificates that help verify your proficiency in specific tools or software.
    • Continued learning paths that may include bundled courses leading to comprehensive skill development in computer technology.

    These credentials are useful for demonstrating your technical skills to employers or for personal development.‎

    Gaining proficiency in computer skills through Coursera can open up a variety of career opportunities in virtually every industry:

    • Administrative roles, which often require proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and data management.
    • Support specialist positions, providing helpdesk or technical support.
    • Entry-level IT roles, such as computer technician or network administrator assistants.
    • Roles in digital marketing that utilize various online tools and platforms.
    • Freelance opportunities for data entry, virtual assistance, or computer maintenance services.

    These skills are fundamental and widely applicable across job markets, enhancing employability and career flexibility. ‎

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