Introduction to IT
Take your first steps into the world of IT, or Information Technology! Introduction to IT will teach you about core IT subjects.
Introduction to IT is a beginner-level online course from Codecademy in Networking. It is structured in 8 modules with 3 stated learning outcomes, over 3h. It is free to enrol, and a certificate is available on completion. Learners rate it 4.4/5 from 1.3K ratings on Codecademy.
Part of our Networking courses collection, where we compare it against 4 other courses.
Course highlights
| Provider | Codecademy |
| Duration | 3h |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.4★ (1.3K reviews) |
| Price | Free |
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
What this course covers
8 modulesThe 8-part outline Codecademy publishes for this course, across 3h.
Module 1 · Getting Started with IT
Module 2 · Computer Basics
Module 3 · Networks and The Internet
Module 4 · Operating Systems and Applications
Module 5 · Software Development Basics
Module 6 · Databases
Module 7 · Cybersecurity
Module 8 · Next Steps
What learners rate it
Rated 4.4/5 by 1.3K learners on Codecademy (checked 11 Aug 2026).
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| Introduction to IT This | Codecademy | 4.4★ | Free | 3h | Free — and still gives a certificate |
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Common questions
Is Introduction to IT free?
Yes. Codecademy lists it as free to enrol. A certificate is available on completion — providers often charge separately for the certificate even when the course itself is free, so check the fee on the provider page before you count on it.
Does Introduction to IT come with a certificate?
Yes — Codecademy lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Introduction to IT take?
Codecademy lists it at 3h. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Introduction to IT suitable for beginners?
Yes. Codecademy lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Introduction to IT cover?
It is organised into 8 modules, starting with Getting Started with IT and going on to Computer Basics, Networks and The Internet, Operating Systems and Applications, Software Development Basics, among others. The full outline is on this page.