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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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    IBM

    Linux System Administration with IBM Power Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Linux, Operating System Administration, IBM Cloud, Linux Commands, Virtualization, Systems Administration, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, System Monitoring, Software Installation, System Configuration, Private Cloud, Remote Access Systems, Package and Software Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    138 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Scrimba

    Advanced JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Javascript, Application Programming Interface (API), Code Reusability, Software Design Patterns, Data Management, Data Structures, Web Development, Computational Logic, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Software Development, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Automation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Simulations, Algorithms, Virtual Environment, Linear Algebra, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Get Started with Microsoft Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Document Management, File Management, Collaborative Software, Calendar Management, Microsoft Excel, People Management, Project Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    59 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Disaster Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Risk Analysis, Risk Modeling, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Risk Management, Hazard Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Project Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Analysis, Vulnerability Assessments, Climate Change Adaptation, Data Analysis Software, Climate Change Programs, Simulation and Simulation Software, Qualitative Research, Resilience

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Applied Python Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, PySpark, Data Visualization, Snowflake Schema, Data Storytelling, Site Reliability Engineering, Docker (Software), Databricks, Containerization, GitHub Copilot, Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Plotly, Data Pipelines, Kubernetes, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Science, Python Programming

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    129 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    IoT Systems and Industrial Applications with Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, Internet Of Things, Usability Testing, Design Research, Prototyping, Design Thinking, Ideation, Automation, Usability, Advanced Analytics, Analytics, Solution Design, User Experience Design, Data-Driven Decision-Making, IT Automation, Data Management, Data Processing, Robotics, Systems Architecture, Hardware Architecture

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Management

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Cyber Governance, IT Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Leadership and Management, Internal Communications, Leadership, Communication Planning, Performance Metric, Program Management, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Corporate Communications, Stakeholder Communications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Association of International Certified Professional Accountants

    Understanding, Using, and Securing Crypto and Digital Assets

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Assets, Blockchain, Asset Protection, Data Security, Cryptography, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Security Awareness, Key Management, Security Controls, Securities (Finance), Multi-Factor Authentication, Authentications, Securities Trading, Audit Working Papers, Financial Market, Market Data, Financial Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Accounting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    93 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Building HTTP APIs with Spring

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, API Testing, Spring Framework, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Data Persistence, Web Applications, Application Frameworks, Development Testing, Software Testing, Web Services, Object-Relational Mapping, Application Security, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Network Protocols

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Human Factors & Usability Engineering: Designing for Humans

    Skills you'll gain: Usability, Usability Testing, Problem Solving, Human Factors, Human Centered Design, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Kinesiology, Sensory Systems Analysis, User Research, Decision Making, Display Devices, Human Computer Interaction, Human Learning, Exercise Science, Data Collection, Human Factors Engineering, Accident Prevention, Mitigation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Meta

    Create the User Interface with SwiftUI

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), iOS Development, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI) Design, Apple iOS, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, UI Components, Swift Programming, Application Development, Interactive Design, Cross Platform Development, Animations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    118 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Linux System Administration with IBM Power Systems: IBM
  • Advanced JavaScript: Scrimba
  • Basic Robotic Behaviors and Odometry: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Get Started with Microsoft Teams: Coursera
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis of Disaster Risk: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Applied Python Data Engineering: Duke University
  • IoT Systems and Industrial Applications with Design Thinking: LearnQuest
  • Management: Infosec
  • Understanding, Using, and Securing Crypto and Digital Assets: Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
  • Building HTTP APIs with Spring: Vanderbilt University

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