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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    DeepLearning.AI

    Advanced Computer Vision with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Transfer Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Fine-tuning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    534 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    CRISC: Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control

    Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Vulnerability Scanning, Business Continuity Planning, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Threat Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Infrastructure Architecture, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Risk, Contingency Planning, Compliance Management, Internal Controls, Governance, Continuous Monitoring, Data Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Regulatory Requirements, Enterprise Security, Human Factors (Security)

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Cybersécurité Google

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Stakeholder Communications, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Cyber Attacks, Hardening, Network Security, Security Controls, Data Ethics, Bash (Scripting Language), Cybersecurity, Linux, Debugging, SQL

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    464 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Programando con Java para aplicaciones Android

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Object Oriented Design, Android Development, Android Studio, Mobile Development, Memory Management, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Logic, Development Environment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Python 101: Develop Your First Python Program

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Human Computer Interaction, Program Development, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Mathematical Software, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    291 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Yale University

    America's Written Constitution

    Skills you'll gain: Court Systems, Case Law, Political Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, Social Studies, Adjudication, Social Justice, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Public Policies, Governance, Public History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    470 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Vulnerability Scanning with Nmap: Network Scanning

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Penetration Testing, Security Testing, Network Security, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Network Analysis, Operating Systems

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    82 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Edureka

    Cybersecurity and Network Defense Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Hardening, Cyber Threat Hunting, Operating System Administration, Exploitation techniques, Linux Commands, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Operations, Linux, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Detection, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Operating Systems, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Engineering, Network Administration, Security Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Generative AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Multimodal Prompts, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Azure DevOps Pipelines, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, AI Security, Model Deployment, Azure DevOps, ChatGPT, Data Ethics, AI Integrations, Microsoft Azure, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Continuous Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, Integration Testing, DevOps, Software Development, Continuous Monitoring, Software Development Tools, System Monitoring, Build Tools, Containerization, Docker (Software), Application Deployment, Development Environment, Security Controls, GitHub, Automation

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    41 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Building Smarter: BIM in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Autodesk Revit, Design Reviews, Building Information Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Construction Management, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Construction, Virtual Reality, Engineering Analysis, Construction Estimating, Facility Management and Maintenance, Autodesk, Collaborative Software, Structural Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Drafting and Engineering Design, Coordination, Computer-Aided Design, Structural Engineering, As-Built Drawings

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    173 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Generative AI for Developers With Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Microsoft Copilot, AI literacy, AI Integrations, Risking, Software Development Tools, AI Workflows, Software Documentation, Artificial Intelligence, Code Review

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    90 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Advanced Computer Vision with TensorFlow: DeepLearning.AI
  • CRISC: Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control: Packt
  • Cybersécurité Google: Google
  • Programando con Java para aplicaciones Android: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Python 101: Develop Your First Python Program: Coursera
  • America's Written Constitution: Yale University
  • Vulnerability Scanning with Nmap: Network Scanning: Coursera
  • Cybersecurity and Network Defense Fundamentals: Edureka
  • Microsoft Generative AI Engineering: Microsoft
  • Continuous Integration: University of California, Davis

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