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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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    Infosec

    OWASP Top 10 - Risks 6-10

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Event Monitoring, Security Controls, Exploitation techniques, Data Integrity, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Patch Management, Identity and Access Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Incident Response, Server Side, CI/CD

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Usability Testing, Usability, User Experience Design, Statistical Programming, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, UI/UX Research, R Programming, User Experience, Data Collection, Human Computer Interaction, Statistics, Data Validation, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    596 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Alberta

    Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Video Game Development, Game Design, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Problem Solving, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Debugging, Test Planning, Functional Testing, Other Programming Languages

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    236 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Social Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Telecommuting, Team Collaboration, Human Computer Interaction, Social Impact, Social Network Analysis, Interaction Design, Social Sciences, Driving engagement, Digital Communications

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    820 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Machine Learning Operations (MLOps): Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Model Evaluation, Model Training, DevOps, Cloud Deployment, Devops Tools, Continuous Deployment, CI/CD, AI Workflows, Automation

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    487 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Product Marketing, Marketing Management, Product Management, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Product Strategy, Product Development, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Analysis, Branding, Customer Insights, Target Market, Customer experience strategy (CX), Brand Strategy, Target Audience, Experience Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    282 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Health Information Technology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Medical Record System, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Records, Clinical Informatics, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Clinical Documentation, Decision Support Systems, Clinical Data Management, Technical Support, End User Training and Support, Patient Registration, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology, Databases, Change Control, Desktop Support, Help Desk Support

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    449 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Houston

    Math behind Moneyball

    Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Predictive Analytics, Game Theory, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Modeling, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis Software, Simulations, Probability

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    97 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Royal Holloway, University of London

    Cybercrime

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors (Security), Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Social Sciences, Exploitation techniques, Culture, Psychology, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    122 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Oracle

    Oracle Cloud and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), ChatGPT, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Deep Learning, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Enterprise Resource Planning, Application Deployment, Python Programming, Supply Chain Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Human Capital

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Microsoft Excel Mastery: From Basics to Pro Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Forecasting, Management Reporting, Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, Data Validation, Analysis, Data Entry

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    146 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Tableau Data Analyst Certification Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Dashboard Creation, Peer Review, Data Presentation, Presentations, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Business Intelligence, Real Time Data, Data Manipulation, Business Intelligence Software, Data Quality, Data Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • OWASP Top 10 - Risks 6-10: Infosec
  • Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments: University of California San Diego
  • Problem Solving, Python Programming, and Video Games: University of Alberta
  • Social Computing: University of California San Diego
  • Machine Learning Operations (MLOps): Getting Started: Google Cloud
  • Product Management: Universidad de Palermo
  • Health Information Technology Fundamentals: Johns Hopkins University
  • Math behind Moneyball: University of Houston
  • Cybercrime: Royal Holloway, University of London
  • Oracle Cloud and AI: Oracle

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