Computer network courses can help you learn about network architecture, protocols, security measures, and troubleshooting techniques. You can build skills in configuring routers and switches, managing firewalls, and optimizing network performance. Many courses introduce tools like Wireshark for packet analysis, Cisco Packet Tracer for simulation, and various network monitoring software, allowing you to apply your knowledge in practical scenarios and enhance your technical expertise.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Management, Application Security, Security Controls, Security Testing, Authentications, Threat Management, Dependency Analysis, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Risk Analysis, Data Validation, Supply Chain
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

CertNexus
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Computer Security Incident Management, Information Systems Security, Threat Detection, Cyber Risk, Risk Analysis, Computer Security, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Scanning, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Network Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: API Testing, React.js, Authentications, Containerization, OAuth, Cloud Deployment, Back-End Web Development, PostgreSQL, API Gateway, Software Documentation, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Applications, Event-Driven Programming, Front-End Web Development, Python Programming, Database Management, Restful API, SQL, API Design, Databases
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Responsive Web Design, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Web Design, UI Components
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Agile Software Development, Software Development Methodologies, Software Development Life Cycle, Scrum (Software Development), Software Engineering, Process Driven Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Scraping, Programming Principles, Microsoft Visual Studio, .NET Framework, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, File I/O, Application Development, Computational Logic, Algorithms, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Unit Testing, Debugging
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Computing, NoSQL, Apache Cassandra, Cloud Computing, Systems Design, Data Storage Technologies, Apache Hadoop, Database Theory, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Scalability, C++ (Programming Language), Network Protocols
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Testing, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Software Architecture, API Design, Test Automation, Vulnerability Management, Agentic systems, Systems Design, Model Evaluation, Test Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, Python Programming, Continuous Deployment, Dependency Analysis, Large Language Modeling, Machine Learning, Performance Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Technical Documentation, Technical Writing, Software Documentation, Technical Communication, Software Design Documents, Information Architecture, Writing, User Requirements Documents, Software Development Tools, Automation, Style Guides, Software Development, Agile Software Development, Interactive Design, Project Management Software, Diagram Design, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API, Web Development Tools, TypeScript, Development Environment, Full-Stack Web Development, Email Automation, Web Applications, Node.JS
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Algorithms, Game Design, Video Game Development, Programming Principles, Virtual Environment, 3D Assets, Debugging, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD, Architectural Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Human Factors, Technical Documentation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks