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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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    Coursera

    GenAI for Computer Support Specialists (IT Support)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Technical Support and Services, AI literacy, Technical Support, AI Personalization, AI Integrations, Data Ethics, Automation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Responsible AI for Developers: Privacy & Safety

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Responsible AI, Information Privacy, Generative AI, Google Cloud Platform, Data Security, Cloud Security, Model Training, Safety and Security

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universitat Politècnica de València

    Introduction to SQL and relational databases

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity, Database Management, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Database Administration, Databases, Database Theory, Query Languages, Database Design, Secure Coding, Back-End Web Development, Web Applications, Application Security, Data Manipulation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Java for Beginners: Loops & Arrays

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Application Development, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Microsoft Visual Studio, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    Migrating to Cloud SQL from Amazon RDS for MySQL Using Database Migration Service

    Skills you'll gain: Data Migration, MySQL, Amazon Web Services, Data Import/Export, Google Cloud Platform, Data Access, Databases, Relational Databases

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    Advanced · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    REST Assured Java - Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: API Testing, Restful API, Application Programming Interface (API), Test Script Development, Java Programming, JSON, Data Validation, Test Automation, Test Case, Development Environment, Verification And Validation, Back-End Web Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Learning Google Apps Script - Automate Google Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Scripting, Email Automation, Google Workspace, Google Sheets, Automation, Spreadsheet Software, Scripting Languages, Gmail, Javascript, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Application Design, Application Development, Application Programming Interface (API), User Interface (UI)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Data-Oriented C++ in Scientific Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Data-oriented programming, Memory Management, Object Oriented Design, System Programming, Microarchitecture, Performance Testing, Hardware Architecture, Data Access

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MathWorks

    Power Conversion for Electronic Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Electrical Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electric Power Systems, Three-Phase, Electronics Engineering, Electronics, Control Systems, Model Based Systems Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Hardware Design, System Design and Implementation, Design Specifications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Working with SSH

    Skills you'll gain: Hardening, Remote Access Systems, Linux Servers, Linux Administration, Linux, Linux Commands, Authentications, Security Controls, Cryptographic Protocols, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Package and Software Management, Software Installation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Agile Excellence with Scrum: Planning, CI, Backlog Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Kaizen Methodology, Sprint Planning, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, DevOps, Technology Roadmaps, User Story, Initiative and Leadership, Scalability, Innovation, Organizational Development, Continuous Deployment, Performance Metric, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Capacity Planning, Coordinating, Meeting Facilitation, Dependency Analysis, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Embedded Systems on Arm: Get Practical with Hardware

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Serial Peripheral Interface, System Programming, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Program Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Operating Systems, Peripheral Devices, Digital Communications, Artificial Intelligence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • GenAI for Computer Support Specialists (IT Support): Coursera
  • Responsible AI for Developers: Privacy & Safety: Google Cloud
  • Introduction to SQL and relational databases: Universitat Politècnica de València
  • Java for Beginners: Loops & Arrays: Coursera
  • Migrating to Cloud SQL from Amazon RDS for MySQL Using Database Migration Service: Google Cloud
  • REST Assured Java - Beginners: EDUCBA
  • Learning Google Apps Script - Automate Google Apps: Packt
  • Data-Oriented C++ in Scientific Programming: University of Geneva
  • Power Conversion for Electronic Devices: MathWorks
  • Working with SSH: Packt

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