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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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    Packt

    IT Fundamentals and Hardware Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Microarchitecture, Computer Architecture, Desktop Support, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, Computer Systems, Data Storage, Information Technology, Memory Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Basic Data Processing and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Web Scraping, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Matplotlib, Data Import/Export, NumPy, JSON, Python Programming, File I/O

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    201 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Habilidades de Excel para negócios: Fundamentos

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Management, Productivity Software, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    123 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 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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    Coursera

    Build a Website using an API with HTML, JavaScript, and JSON

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, Restful API, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Cloud API, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Applications, Real Time Data, Javascript

    4.3
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    48 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Arizona State University

    Sustainability Analyst Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Sustainable Development, Data Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Spreadsheet Software, Professional Development, Contract Management, Waste Minimization, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Interactive Learning, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Vendor Contracts, Goal Setting, Business Writing, Project Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Assessing and Managing Secure IoT Applications and Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, IT Security Architecture, Threat Management, Network Security, Security Architecture Review, Internet Of Things, Cloud Security, Vulnerability Management, Identity and Access Management, Encryption, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Testing, Cloud Solutions

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Gemini in Google Meet

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Google Workspace, Oral Comprehension, Collaborative Software, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Multilingualism, Image Quality, AI Workflows, Context Management, Real Time Data

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Beginners Guide to C# Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Version Control, C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Copilot, Event-Driven Programming, Git (Version Control System), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), .NET Framework, Software Design Patterns, Program Development, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Development Testing, Object Oriented Design, Microsoft Visual Studio, Software Testing, ASP.NET, Software Development Tools, Security Testing, File Systems

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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    KodeKloud

    Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Deployment, Development Environment, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization, Cloud Development, Virtual Machines, Cloud Services, Application Development

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    163 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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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

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Cloud Computing: Infrastructure and Platforms

    Skills you'll gain: Virtualization, Cloud-Native Computing, Network Security, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Virtual Machines, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage, Cloud Technologies, Virtual Networking, Software-Defined Networking, Network Engineering, Network Monitoring, Data Centers, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Cloud Security

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • IT Fundamentals and Hardware Essentials: Packt
  • Basic Data Processing and Visualization: University of California San Diego
  • Habilidades de Excel para negócios: Fundamentos: Macquarie University
  • Management: Infosec
  • Build a Website using an API with HTML, JavaScript, and JSON: Coursera
  • Sustainability Analyst Fundamentals: Arizona State University
  • Assessing and Managing Secure IoT Applications and Devices: LearnQuest
  • Gemini in Google Meet: Google Cloud
  • Beginners Guide to C# Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Docker for Beginners with Hands-on labs: KodeKloud

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