1700+ Hours of Free IBM Training Courses and Paths

What do ATMs, bar codes (UPCs), SQL programming language, and hard disc drives have in common? They were all invented by IBM.

While IBM (International Business Machines Corporation) is known for manufacturing computers and microprocessors, it is also involved in cloud computing, AI (with the Watson QA machine revealed in 2011), consulting, research, and training.

IBM Training Platform

The IBM Training platform currently offers 79 training paths and 1300+ training courses incorporating text, videos, and quizzes. Of these, 24 learning paths and 582 courses are free. This article lists the free paths and courses. Some even have free certificates and badges available from IBM Training or via Credly.

My free certificate and badge for Introduction to IBM Storage and Cloud

Subjects:

Artificial Intelligence
Automation
Cloud
Data, Analytics, and Business Automation
IT Infrastructure
Security
Sustainability Software

IBM online courses can also be found on several learning platforms including Coursera, Udacity, and edX, plus over a thousand YouTube videos.

Another training platform powered by IBM Skills Network is IBM Cognitive Class which offers over 100 courses and more than 30 learning paths in data science, AI, big data, cloud computing and blockchain. Around 60 courses offer a completion badge or certificate. The platform also provides a virtual lab environment allowing users to practice what they’ve learned in the courses.