Computing Platforms

Computing Platforms are the foundation for executing and managing applications, often categorized based on their underlying technology or functionality. Coursera's Computing Platforms skill catalogue introduces you to a wide range of platforms from traditional desktop applications to modern cloud-based solutions. You'll learn about the functions and features of these platforms, how to effectively manage and deploy applications, and the critical role of computing platforms in the infrastructure of an organization. This includes understanding virtualization, server management, and network configurations. You'll further delve into specific platforms such as Windows, Linux, and MacOS for desktop environments, and AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure for cloud computing, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to thrive in IT roles such as systems administrator, cloud engineer, and platform architect.
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  • Status: Free Trial

    IBM

    Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, System Configuration, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Computer Systems, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, USB, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computing Platforms, Linux, Software Installation, Technical Support, Mac OS, Computer Architecture, File Systems, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, User Accounts, Disaster Recovery

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New

    Packt

    Skills you'll gain: Ubuntu, Linux, Package and Software Management, Software Installation, Open Source Technology, Computing Platforms, Operating Systems, Desktop Support

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial

    Illinois Tech

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Windows, Windows PowerShell, Operating System Administration, Command-Line Interface, Operating Systems, Systems Administration, Desktop Support, System Configuration, Control Panels, OS Process Management, IT Automation, General Networking, Computing Platforms, Graphical Tools, File Management, Network Troubleshooting, User Accounts

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    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    81 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview

    Johns Hopkins University

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Systems, Informatics, Data Processing, Data Sharing, Computing Platforms, Health Informatics, Bioinformatics, Data Storage, Computer Architecture, Computer Literacy, Computer Hardware, Big Data, Capacity Management, Data Centers, Cloud Computing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview

    Oracle

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Oracle Databases, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Database Application, Cloud Security, Data Storage, Computing Platforms, Cloud Services, Cloud Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Cloud Computing, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Security, Scalability, Encryption, Network Routing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    237 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free

    Amazon Web Services

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Public Cloud, Computing Platforms, Technical Documentation, Systems Architecture

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Application Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Docker (Software), Application Performance Management, Kubernetes, Containerization, Computing Platforms, Debugging, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial

    University at Buffalo

    Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Manufacturing Processes, Data Collection, Analytics, Data Storage, Manufacturing Operations, Process Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Analysis, Data Cleansing, Digital Transformation, Big Data, Computing Platforms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    1.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New

    Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Google Cloud Platform, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Computing Platforms, Machine Learning, Development Environment, Exploratory Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview

    University of Virginia

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Digital Transformation, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics, Competitive Analysis, Computing Platforms

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    119 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial

    The State University of New York

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Market Liquidity, FinTech, Financial Market, Cryptographic Protocols, Financial Systems, Governance, Financial Trading, Payment Systems, Financial Services, Digital Assets, Derivatives, Computing Platforms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New

    Packt

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Test Tools, User Requirements Documents, Authorization (Computing), Technical Documentation, Computing Platforms, Requirements Analysis, Command-Line Interface, Technical Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months