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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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    Coursera

    Create a Resume and Cover Letter with Google Docs

    Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Document Management, Productivity Software, Writing, Google Workspace, Business Writing, Writing and Editing, File Management, Personal Development

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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

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    596 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Getting started with generative AI in Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, AI Security, Data Ethics, Microsoft Azure, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Application Design, Security Controls, Fine-tuning, Large Language Modeling, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Model Evaluation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Operations, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Scenario Testing, Cyber Security Strategy, Exploitation techniques, Cyber Attacks, Problem Solving, Simulations

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Rust Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Test Case, Memory Management, Software Testing, Data Structures, GitHub, Programming Principles, Package and Software Management, Development Environment, System Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Python Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Package and Software Management, Python Programming, Data Cleansing, Data Mapping, Code Reusability, Software Installation, Data Processing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Program Development, Data Structures, Software Documentation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAS

    Getting Started with SAS Visual Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Quality, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Virtual Environment, Data Literacy, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Access, Statistical Reporting, Data Transformation, Statistical Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of London

    ICT in Primary Education: Transforming children's learning across the curriculum

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Technology Strategies, digital literacy, End User Training and Support, Infrastructure Architecture, Digital Transformation, System Implementation, Innovation, Content Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Advanced Ethical Hacking & Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cryptography, Cyber Security Assessment, Computer Security, Threat Modeling, Secure Coding, Cyber Security Strategy, Cloud Infrastructure, Email Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Security Controls, Security Testing, Hardening, Cloud-Native Computing, Database Application, Zero Trust Network Access, SQL

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Elevate Your Data Science Career

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Ethics, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Responsible AI, Data Science, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Autoencoders

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    279 reviews

    Intermediate · 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

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • OWASP Top 10 - Risks 6-10: Infosec
  • Create a Resume and Cover Letter with Google Docs: Coursera
  • Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments: University of California San Diego
  • Getting started with generative AI in Azure: Microsoft
  • Ethical Hacking Practice Project & Questions: LearnKartS
  • Rust Fundamentals: Duke University
  • Python Data Visualization: Rice University
  • Getting Started with SAS Visual Analytics: SAS
  • ICT in Primary Education: Transforming children's learning across the curriculum: University of London
  • Advanced Ethical Hacking & Cybersecurity: LearnKartS

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