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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


  • Status: Free
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    Coursera

    Build your first Machine Learning Pipeline using Dataiku

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Data Import/Export, Model Evaluation, No-Code Development, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Machine Learning Software, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    62 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Johns Hopkins University

    Statistical Methods for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Combinatorics, Applied Machine Learning, Bayesian Network, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, R (Software), Probability, Statistics, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Social Network Analysis, Simulations

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Skillshare

    Surface Pattern Design: Principles, Drawing and Collections

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Journals, Software Design Patterns, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Creativity, Design Strategies, Design, Graphics Software, Visual Storytelling, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Design Software, Editing, File Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Gemini Enterprise

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Generative AI Agents, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Security, Google Workspace, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Data Access, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Enterprise Security, Data Store, Data Integration, Artificial Intelligence, Case Studies, Data Security, Authorization (Computing), Application Deployment, Retrieval-Augmented Generation

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Rapid Prototyping of Embedded Interface Designs

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Embedded Software, Interactive Design, UI Components, Human Computer Interaction, Embedded Systems, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Design, Usability, Interaction Design, Real-Time Operating Systems, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Technical Design, Internet Of Things, User Experience Design, jQuery, Telecommunications, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Build toward a degree

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Architecting AI Solutions – Scalable GenAI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Cloud Deployment, AI Security, Scalability, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Design, Model Deployment, Systems Architecture, Load Balancing, Cloud Platforms, Application Deployment, Capacity Management, Software Architecture, Containerization, Responsible AI, System Monitoring, Disaster Recovery

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Applied Sustainability Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Business, Energy and Utilities, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Leadership, Product Engineering, Initiative and Leadership, Electrical Power, Environmental Engineering, Waste Minimization, Packaging and Labeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Electric Power Systems, Emerging Technologies

    Build toward a degree

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    J

    James Spurin

    Dive Into Kubernetes - Containers, Docker & Kubernetes

    Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, YAML, Devops Tools, Development Environment, Application Deployment, Software Installation, Infrastructure Architecture, General Networking, Network Infrastructure, Linux, Command-Line Interface

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    LearnQuest

    AI Agents: Complete Beginner's Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI Agents, Workflow Management, Model Evaluation, Decision Intelligence, AI Orchestration, Process Analysis, Technical Communication, Quality Assurance, Process Mapping, Quality Assessment, Artificial Intelligence, Scalability, Process Design, Acceptance Testing, Maintainability, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Governance, Business Process Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Mastering GitHub Copilot: From Setup to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Vibe coding, GitHub, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Software Development Tools, Application Development, Software Development, Responsible AI, Code Review, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Design Software, Software Engineering, Web Development, React.js, Front-End Web Development, Javascript

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    West Virginia University

    Sales Operations: Final Project

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Management, Sales Territory Management, Sales Training, Sales Development, General Sales Practices, Training and Development, Training Programs, Sales Process, Sales, Organizational Structure, Employee Training, Compensation Strategy, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Performance Analysis, Recruitment Strategies, Employee Performance Management, Interviewing Skills

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of London

    Working with Objects in C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Test Data, Algorithms, Verification And Validation, Statistical Programming, Development Testing, Data Structures, Transaction Processing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Build your first Machine Learning Pipeline using Dataiku: Coursera
  • Statistical Methods for Computer Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Surface Pattern Design: Principles, Drawing and Collections: Skillshare
  • Introduction to Gemini Enterprise: Google Cloud
  • Rapid Prototyping of Embedded Interface Designs: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Architecting AI Solutions – Scalable GenAI Systems: Packt
  • Applied Sustainability Engineering: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Dive Into Kubernetes - Containers, Docker & Kubernetes: James Spurin
  • AI Agents: Complete Beginner's Guide: LearnQuest
  • Mastering GitHub Copilot: From Setup to Real Projects: SkillsBooster Academy

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