{"id":399,"date":"2020-04-08T18:13:12","date_gmt":"2020-04-08T17:13:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/51.75.254.207\/Club-Freelance\/?p=399"},"modified":"2022-10-10T16:17:14","modified_gmt":"2022-10-10T15:17:14","slug":"free-it-courses-for-locked-down-tech-pros","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/?p=399","title":{"rendered":"Free IT Courses for Locked-Down Tech Pros"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s probably safe to<br \/>\nsay that we all have uttered these words at some point in our lives \u2014 <em>If I<br \/>\nhad more time, I would\u2026.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>With a good part of the world on lockdown to fight the expansion of COVID-19, now it might be the perfect time to put this premise to the test. Even if your effective schedule remains unaltered and you are simply working from home, there\u2019s still a lot that you can do with whatever time you\u2019re saving by not having to commute.With this in mind, several online learning platforms and software manufacturers have made some courses available for free so that tech and IT professionals like yourself can exit this crisis better prepared. These courses add to the already extensive list of free online resources that were already accessible before the quarantine.\u00a0 <\/p>\n<p>Re-skilling and continuous learning are a must for those looking to advance their career in a field like technology, where skill shortages are <a href=\"https:\/\/mindquest.io\/en\/blog\/news\/297\/industry-snapshot-it-staffing\" target=\"_blank\">a prevalent problem<\/a> and tools are constantly being updated. Accordingly, we suggest you make the most of the extra time on hand by benefitting from the below resources.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Coursera<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The eLearning powerhouse has always offered a multitude of free courses from ivy-league universities and top technical schools across the globe \u2014 especially if you didn\u2019t mind not receiving an official diploma for which you had to pay. However, and until May 31, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/guides\/learning\/coursera-pricing-and-best-courses\" target=\"_blank\">a total of 100 courses<\/a> will be accessible for free through the platform. <\/p>\n<p>The reviews team at Business Insider <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/guides\/learning\/free-online-computer-science-classes\" target=\"_blank\">has gone through the list of courses<\/a> and identified 9 of them related to computer science. You will obtain an official certificate upon completion, at no cost and even enjoying access to otherwise premium features like homework grading and expanded reading materials <\/p>\n<p>Hurry up, as most of<br \/>\nthese courses start today, April 08 \u2013 and make sure to add that certificate to<br \/>\nyour CV and LinkedIn profile once the course is completed.\u00a0 <\/p>\n<p>The list includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/learn\/matlab?edocomorp=free-courses-college-students&amp;ranMID=40328&amp;ranEAID=EHFxW6yx8Uo&amp;ranSiteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-quNTb22T.Th_hV1vtB.CGQ&amp;siteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-quNTb22T.Th_hV1vtB.CGQ&amp;utm_content=10&amp;utm_medium=partners&amp;utm_source=linkshare&amp;utm_campaign=EHFxW6yx8Uo\" target=\"_blank\">Introduction to Programming with MATLAB<\/a> (Vanderbilt University)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/learn\/c-plus-plus-a?edocomorp=free-courses-high-school&amp;ranMID=40328&amp;ranEAID=EHFxW6yx8Uo&amp;ranSiteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-fiVkX7d5JVYXPb7axzrKog&amp;siteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-fiVkX7d5JVYXPb7axzrKog&amp;utm_content=10&amp;utm_medium=partners&amp;utm_source=linkshare&amp;utm_campaign=EHFxW6yx8Uo\" target=\"_blank\">C++ For C Programmers, Part A<\/a> (University of California, Santa Cruz)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/learn\/computer-vision-basics?edocomorp=free-courses-college-students&amp;ranMID=40328&amp;ranEAID=EHFxW6yx8Uo&amp;ranSiteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-8mlyvWBRpZrF5xURSETCaw&amp;siteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-8mlyvWBRpZrF5xURSETCaw&amp;utm_content=10&amp;utm_medium=partners&amp;utm_source=linkshare&amp;utm_campaign=EHFxW6yx8Uo\" target=\"_blank\">Computer Vision Basics<\/a> (University at Buffalo, SUNY)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/learn\/intro-programming?edocomorp=free-courses-high-school&amp;ranMID=40328&amp;ranEAID=EHFxW6yx8Uo&amp;ranSiteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-HtS2BCGok8WM_E6aC4K6fA&amp;siteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-HtS2BCGok8WM_E6aC4K6fA&amp;utm_content=10&amp;utm_medium=partners&amp;utm_source=linkshare&amp;utm_campaign=EHFxW6yx8Uo\" target=\"_blank\">Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming<\/a> (The University of Edinburgh, Universidad ORT Uruguay)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/learn\/android-app?edocomorp=free-courses-college-students&amp;ranMID=40328&amp;ranEAID=EHFxW6yx8Uo&amp;ranSiteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-2XZmklCxZUuoOot0JuUv2Q&amp;siteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-2XZmklCxZUuoOot0JuUv2Q&amp;utm_content=10&amp;utm_medium=partners&amp;utm_source=linkshare&amp;utm_campaign=EHFxW6yx8Uo\" target=\"_blank\">Build Your First Android App<\/a> (Project-Centered Course)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/browse\/computer-science\/software-development?edocomorp=cloud-technology-free-courses&#038;ranMID=40328&#038;ranEAID=EHFxW6yx8Uo&#038;ranSiteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-xtbWgzcxW_itnh9BlJp6mg&#038;siteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-xtbWgzcxW_itnh9BlJp6mg&#038;utm_content=10&#038;utm_medium=partners&#038;utm_source=linkshare&#038;utm_campaign=EHFxW6yx8Uo\" target=\"_blank\">Building Conversational Experiences with Dialogflow<\/a> (Google Cloud)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/learn\/iiot-google-cloud-platform?edocomorp=cloud-technology-free-courses&amp;ranMID=40328&amp;ranEAID=EHFxW6yx8Uo&amp;ranSiteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-3PYksWYdt1Aav7R2dZ2fbQ&amp;siteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-3PYksWYdt1Aav7R2dZ2fbQ&amp;utm_content=10&amp;utm_medium=partners&amp;utm_source=linkshare&amp;utm_campaign=EHFxW6yx8Uo\" target=\"_blank\">Industrial IoT on Google Cloud Platform<\/a> (Google Cloud)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/learn\/gcp-fundamentals-aws?edocomorp=cloud-technology-free-courses&amp;ranMID=40328&amp;ranEAID=EHFxW6yx8Uo&amp;ranSiteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-iNED31NDAphofo5mgcDY6A&amp;siteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-iNED31NDAphofo5mgcDY6A&amp;utm_content=10&amp;utm_medium=partners&amp;utm_source=linkshare&amp;utm_campaign=EHFxW6yx8Uo\" target=\"_blank\">Google Cloud Platform Fundamentals for AWS Professionals<\/a> (Google Cloud)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.coursera.org\/learn\/tcpip?edocomorp=cloud-technology-free-courses&amp;ranMID=40328&amp;ranEAID=EHFxW6yx8Uo&amp;ranSiteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-jiblV.tS.npnBsI2oMjW3w&amp;siteID=EHFxW6yx8Uo-jiblV.tS.npnBsI2oMjW3w&amp;utm_content=10&amp;utm_medium=partners&amp;utm_source=linkshare&amp;utm_campaign=EHFxW6yx8Uo\" target=\"_blank\">Introduction to TCP\/IP<\/a> (Yonsei University)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Udemy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>With a somewhat more<br \/>\nof a quick-bite and mobile mentality, Udemy offers a wide variety of courses<br \/>\nand tutorials in dozens of topics. These are taught by subject matter experts<br \/>\nand eLearning initiatives directly, without requiring the involvement of a third-party<br \/>\ninstitution.\u00a0 <\/p>\n<p>The portal has made available <a href=\"https:\/\/www.udemy.com\/courses\/free\/?LSNPUBID=oelFIBIMgTk&amp;p=3&amp;ranEAID=oelFIBIMgTk&amp;ranMID=39197&amp;ranSiteID=oelFIBIMgTk-3SBjCHoVdOHHnpB.Bv7KpA\" target=\"_blank\">over 530 courses<\/a> for free so we can all invest in our education in the upcoming weeks. A lot of these focus on IT-related topics, from data science to videogame design. <\/p>\n<p>Examples include:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.udemy.com\/course\/html5-fundamentals-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_blank\">HTML5 and CSS3 Fundamentals<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.udemy.com\/course\/code-your-first-game\/\" target=\"_blank\">Code Your First Game: Arcade Classic in JavaScript on Canvas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.udemy.com\/course\/getting-started-with-angular-2\/\" target=\"_blank\">Getting Started with Angular 2+<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.udemy.com\/course\/linux-tutorials\/\" target=\"_blank\">Linux Tutorials and Projects<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.udemy.com\/course\/pso-in-matlab\/\" target=\"_blank\">Particle Swarm Optimization in MATLAB<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Codeacademy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A household name in tech education and computing, Codeacademy offers <a href=\"https:\/\/www.codecademy.com\/catalog?utm_source=rakuten&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_campaign=IGN&#038;utm_content=10-1&#038;ranMID=44188&#038;ranEAID=oelFIBIMgTk&#038;ranSiteID=oelFIBIMgTk-LpYbsIyNUpw0Q6qzW3Aysw\" target=\"_blank\">free courses<\/a> on topics spanning from coding to computational theory and web development. The possibilities are almost endless, and you can even choose specific skill paths like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.codecademy.com\/learn\/paths\/build-chatbots-with-python\" target=\"_blank\">building chatbots with Python<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.codecademy.com\/learn\/paths\/build-web-apps-with-react\" target=\"_blank\">creating front-end apps with React<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2><strong>CompTIA IT<br \/>\nFundamentals<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), known globally for its reputed certification programs, is offering free 30-day learning licenses for its <a href=\"https:\/\/certs.comptia.org\/means_more\/\" target=\"_blank\">IT Fundamentals (ITF+) curriculum<\/a>. The overall course is probably too introductory if you are a seasoned tech expert, but you might find it touches on topics you haven\u2019t had time to explore. <\/p>\n<p>You can also pass the<br \/>\nlink along to anyone who is considering a career in IT but is not quite sure<br \/>\nyet.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2><strong>SAP and Microsoft<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Another<br \/>\ncareer-advancement option for these days of confinement is investing time in<br \/>\nofficial vendor certifications and learning programs. These let you master some<br \/>\nof the world\u2019s most ubiquitous software tools and validate your skills in front<br \/>\nof the community. <\/p>\n<p>Leading ERP provider SAP is providing free access to a total of <a href=\"https:\/\/learning.sap.com\/opensap-course-migration\" target=\"_blank\">35 courses<\/a> to prepare for its official <a href=\"https:\/\/learning.sap.com\/get-certified\" target=\"_blank\">certifications<\/a>. You even get a free first attempt at the official exam. The courses cover areas including <a href=\"https:\/\/learning.sap.com\/opensap-course-migration\" target=\"_blank\">building bots with SAP\u2019s RPA<\/a> or the <a href=\"https:\/\/learning.sap.com\/opensap-course-migration\" target=\"_blank\">business migration to S\/4HANA<\/a> \u2013 a course that can give you a great competitive edge given <a href=\"https:\/\/mindquest.io\/en\/blog\/news\/302\/s4hana-s-growing-momentum\" target=\"_blank\">S\/4HANA\u2019s growing momentum<\/a>.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p>Additionally, <a href=\"https:\/\/learn.microsoft.com\/en-us\/training\/\" target=\"_blank\">Microsoft Learn<\/a> offers a comprehensive host of learning resources for Dynamics 365, Microsoft 365, or the Power Platform. among others. Just keep in mind that, to protect its staff from the virus, Microsoft has implemented some changes in its user policy, as well as extended certain courses and deadlines. Here\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/learning\/community-blog-post.aspx?BlogId=8&amp;Id=375289\" target=\"_blank\">a full list<\/a> of changes.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Don\u2019t forget your<br \/>\nsoft skills<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Last but not least, think of dedicating some time to develop your soft skills. In IT, it is <a href=\"https:\/\/mindquest.io\/en\/blog\/news\/345\/the-5-most-sought-after-soft-skills-in-it-consulting\" target=\"_blank\">becoming increasingly vital<\/a> to possess a strong set of soft skills to complement your technical ones \u2013 from interpersonal communication to adaptability and creative thinking. <\/p>\n<p>Or perhaps you should focus on your mental health and resilience? LinkedIn Learning is providing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/business\/learning\/blog\/career-success-tips\/6-mindfulness-resources-to-help-you-adapt-to-the-new-normal?trk=li_tw_namer_bcs_covid20_twitter_mindfulness-resources&#038;utm_campaign=covid20&#038;utm_medium=social&#038;utm_source=twitter&#038;utm_content=mindfulness-resources&#038;linkId=100000011519728\" target=\"_blank\">free mindfulness courses<\/a> to help people cope with lockdowns. <\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p>Also discover our guide: <a class=\"has-text-color\" href=\"https:\/\/mindquest.io\/en\/blog\/news\/2980\/it-job-hunting-done-well-a-step-by-step-guide\">IT Job Hunting Done Well: A Step-by-Step Guide<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With a good part of the world on lockdown to fight the expansion of COVID-19, now it might be the perfect time to put this premise to the test. Even if your effective schedule remains unaltered and you are simply working from home, there\u2019s still a lot that you can do with whatever time you\u2019re saving by not having to commute.With this in mind, several online learning platforms and software manufacturers have made some courses available for free so that tech and IT professionals like yourself can exit this crisis better prepared. These courses add to the already extensive list of free online resources that were already accessible before the quarantine.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":400,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[763,752],"tags":[161,159,160,163,136,668,162,157,63,460,82,164],"class_list":["post-399","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-growing-career-permanent-freelance","category-it-consultants","tag-aws","tag-azure","tag-certifications","tag-coursera","tag-covid-19","tag-free-it-courses","tag-free-online-it-courses","tag-learning-resources","tag-microsoft","tag-pandemic","tag-sap","tag-tech-courses"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/399","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=399"}],"version-history":[{"count":24,"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/399\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6443,"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/399\/revisions\/6443"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/media\/400"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=399"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=399"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/wp-uk.mindquest.io\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=399"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}