Rocket Learn Online

Propel Your Learning

The intent of this website is to provide the reader a single place to find open source learning (and a few pay sites). Links may be listed twice if they fit more than one category.

Systems Engineering Resources

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Technology Courses / Resources

Courses, tools and videos focused on computer science, networking, IT, and other technologies

Site: Code.org

  • Software development tutorials designed for elementary and high school students
  • Learn coding for Minecraft, Flappy game, Crossy Road, and much more
  • Build Google Logos

Site: Computer Science Online

  • A very good index of massive open online courses (MOOCs)
  • Categorized by career categories (e.g. computer engineering, networking, and cyber security)

Site: Coursera

  • Free college like courses from Stanford, John Hopkins, Duke, and more
  • Computer Science, Cloud Computing, Networking, and much more

Site: Cybrary

  • Free training in cybersecurity and technical disciplines
  • Courses by skill level
  • Certification preparation courses
    • CompTIA: A+, Network+, Security+, Linux+, CySA+, Cloud+, PenTest+, and CASP
    • ISC2: CCSP, CISSP, CSSLP, and SSCP
    • Cisco: CCNA
    • …and more

Site: edX

  • Free college like courses from MIT, Harvard, Berkley, University of Texas, and more
  • Computer Science, Electronics, IoT, and much more

Site: freeCodeCamp

  • Focuses on Web technologies
  • HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Databases, Git & GitHub, and more
  • Help nonprofits

Site: Free Science and Video Lectures

  • Computer science, Physics, Chemistry, and more
  • Links to famous physists sites, a blog, and books

Site: Hacksplaining

  • Lessons about vulnerabilities
  • Interactive

Site: Khan Academy

  • Math training (from numbers to Calculus)
  • Science and engineering videos
  • Test prep materials (SAT, GMAT, etc.)
  • Coding tutorials

Site: Microsoft Virtual Academy

  • Windows 10, virtualization, and other tutorials
  • Cloud, web, game, and app development

Site: MIT OpenCourseWare (OCW)

  • Material from 2400 courses
  • Virtually every MIT Course from IT to business

Site: SOLOLEARN

  • Learn C++, Python 3, Java, and more for free
  • Social code platform allows you to interact with other coders, ask questions, and learn together
  • Google Play and Apple App Store apps

Site: Udacity

  • Free online courses in everything from Android development to AI
  • Career Guidance
  • Sponsered by Google, Amazon, Mercedes Benz, and many others

Site: w3schools.com

  • Teaches many skills to include web development, Raspberry Pi, XML, JavaScript, and more
  • Many references and code snippets
  • Practical exercises

Book: Thinking in C++

Tool/Game: CyberCIEGE

  • Game that teaches computer and network security concepts
  • Interactive environment
  • No cost to educational institutions and US Government
  • Free evaluation copy (there are limits; read them)

Tool: Hack The Box

  • Learn and improve pen-testing skills
  • Provides ranking system
  • Global chat system
  • Team play
  • Incentives like First Blood (solve it first)

Tool: OverTheWire: Wargames

  • Interactive games that teach and reinforce security concepts
  • Requires you to ssh into their server
  • Use OverTheWire’s IRC if you have issues

Tool: UnderTheWire: Wargames

  • Interactive games that teach and reinforce security concepts
  • Requires PowerShell for remote login
  • Use UnderTheWire’s Slack if you have issues

Videos: Richard Feynman's Messenger Lecture Series

  • Video learning series discussing core scientific concepts
  • Feynman’s Book: Link

Free Online College Courses

Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) for all professions. Includes courses from MIT, Harvard, and more

Site: Canvas Network

  • Free college like courses from Ohio State, Embry-Riddle, Arizona State, and other institutions
  • Microbes, ethics, code, governance, aviation, and much more

Site: Coursera

  • Free college like courses from Stanford, John Hopkins, Duke, and other institutions
  • Data Science, Business, Personal Development, IT, Computer Science, Cloud Computing, Networking, Arts and Humanities, and much more

Site: edX

  • Free college like courses from MIT, Harvard, Berkley, University of Texas, and other institutions
  • Business and Management, Engineering, Computer Science, Electronics, IoT, Humanities, Language, and much more

Site: MIT OpenCourseWare (OCW)

  • Material from 2400 courses
  • Math, Business, Social Science, Computer Science, and much more

Technology / Security Publications

Publications focused on technology and security

Site: EEPower

  • Digital publication focusing on power electronics
  • Very useful for electronic engineers, electronics technicians, and those that enjoy working with electronics
  • Provides articles, design tips, and input about different applications and topics from experts in the field

Magazine: CIO Insight

  • Provides perspectives and analysis from IT leaders
  • Covers IT strategy, IT management, security, IT news and trends, and more

Magazine: Full Circle

  • Magazine covering the Ubuntu family of operating systems
  • How-to-articles
  • Reader submitted stories
  • Podcasts and Magazine

Magazine: NETWORKWORLD

  • 5G, servers, IoT, computer architectures, and more
  • Includes blogs, videos, and a newsletter

Magazine: Security Magazine

  • Magazine covering anything from cybersecurity to physical security
  • At the bottom of the page, you can find the back issues

Leadership, Management, and Entrepreneurial Resources

Resources for leaders, aspiring leaders, managers and project managers.

Site: Alison

  • Provides courses in leadership, management, project management, and much more

Site: FranklinCovey Leadership Resources

  • Free videos and articles about different leadership perspectives, habits, and techniques

Site: Management Libraray

  • Very interesting index of managerial concepts
  • Covers everything from cost cutting, how to run a board of directors, hiring, and team building

Site: Master Class Management

  • Free online management training and leadership skills courses
  • Text-to-speech
  • Templates for documents and presentations

Site/Tool: Vet2BizLife

  • Tools to improve business and personal lives
  • Social media strategy, business startup questionaire, daily ritual building, blog, art of delegating, and much more

Tool: Interview Guide to Hiring Ideal Team Players

  • Provided by The Table Group
  • Focuses on hiring humble, hungry, and smart team players

Tool: LinkedIn - Advanced Tips

  • Extend your network
  • Find Groups that have value
  • Tips for your profile

Videos: Harvard Business Review on Youtube

  • Videos about team building, leadership, white-boarding, teamwork, and much more

Videos: Making Business Matter

  • Videos from teamwork, time management, presentation skills, being a positive difference, and much more

Project Resources

Publications focused on technology

Site: Baking Pi

  • University of Cambridge
  • Pi OS Development (in Assembly)

Site: Element 14 Community

  • Pi, Arduino, and similar projects
  • Design Challenges
  • Forums and reviews

Site: Hackaday

  • Pi, Arduino, and similar projects
  • Computer projects
  • Home electronic projects

Site: hackster.io

  • Pi, Arduino, and similar projects
  • Design challenges
  • Live events and webinars

Magazine: Magpi

  • Free magazine (in PDF form) for Raspberry Pi projects
    Click the issue of interest then click DOWNLOAD FREE

Site: Maker.pro

  • Videos and tutorials for Pi, 3D Printing, Cloud Computing, and much more

Site: The Raspberry Pi Guy

  • Videos and tutorials for Pi
  • Blog

Site: RasPi.TV

  • Blog / Videos about Pi with project links
  • Downloads of test suites, cheat sheets, and more

Site: SunFounder

  • Complete Raspberry Pi Banana Pi, and Arduino DIY kits
  • Helpful tutorials and videos
  • Provides a forum and a blog

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