Cloud computing applications courses can help you learn cloud architecture, deployment models, data management, and security best practices. You can build skills in optimizing cloud resources, managing virtual environments, and implementing cloud-based solutions for various business needs. Many courses introduce tools like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform, showing how these platforms support application development, data storage, and scalable computing.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Linux, Unix Commands, File Management, Linux Administration, File Systems
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Theory, Data Modeling, Unified Modeling Language, Database Management, Databases, Data Integrity, Diagram Design, Dependency Analysis, Conceptual Design, Requirements Analysis
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authentications, Secure Coding, ASP.NET, Microsoft Copilot, Data Security, Back-End Web Development, Authorization (Computing), JSON, Identity and Access Management, Data Storage, Application Programming Interface (API), Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Governance, Business Ethics, AI Product Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Science, Scalability, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Distributed Computing, Data Quality, Virtual Machines
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Dashboard, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Ad Hoc Analysis, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Engineering, Digital Transformation, Project Planning, Business Acumen, Customer Service, Electronic Systems, Semiconductors, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Practices, Project Management, Internet Of Things, Collaboration, Artificial Intelligence, Business Communication, Teamwork, Risk Management, Leadership, Generative AI
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Google Workspace, Email Automation, Email Security, Productivity Software, Organizational Skills, Document Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, LangChain, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Development Environment, Model Evaluation, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Scalability, Applied Machine Learning, Performance Tuning, Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization, Computer Hardware, Network Protocols, Virtual Machines, General Networking, Network Administration, Network Security, Cloud Storage, Desktop Support, Hardware Architecture, TCP/IP, Peripheral Devices, Wireless Networks, Mobile Security, USB, Networking Hardware
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Security Requirements Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Risking, User Requirements Documents, Scalability, Verification And Validation, Software Visualization, Safety and Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Slack (Software), Google Workspace, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Microsoft 365, Virtual Teams, Meeting Facilitation, Communication, Scheduling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks