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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

    Master Electric Vehicle Tech: Software Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Embedded Software, Electric Power Systems, Engineering Software, Power Electronics, Hardware Troubleshooting, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Systems Integration, Debugging, Control Systems

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    AI Security: Security in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Data Loss Prevention, Mobile Security, DevSecOps, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Vulnerability Scanning, Model Optimization, Incident Response, LLM Application, Hardening, Application Security, Anomaly Detection, Responsible AI, Security Controls, Data Security, CI/CD, Infrastructure Security, Continuous Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessments

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Atchison Technology

    Scalable Availability in Software Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Site Reliability Engineering, Scalability, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Software As A Service, Systems Architecture, Solution Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Applications, Service Level, Infrastructure Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Application Design, Capacity Management, Application Programming Interface (API), System Monitoring, API Design, Service Management, Incident Response, Software Engineering

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Cloud Application Security

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authentications, Key Management, Cloud Applications, Application Security, Secure Coding, DevSecOps, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Servers, Transaction Processing, Server Side

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Network Security Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cybersecurity, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Authentications, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Computer Networking, Authorization (Computing), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, Encryption, Remote Access Systems, Cryptographic Protocols, Group Policy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Linux Foundation

    Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Open Source Technology, Git (Version Control System), Linux, Command-Line Interface, Bash (Scripting Language), File Systems, GitHub, Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux Commands, User Accounts, CI/CD, Unix Commands, Shell Script, grep, Continuous Integration, Operating System Administration, Software Installation, Software Development Tools

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Nanjing University

    软件测试 (Software Testing)

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, White-Box Testing, Functional Testing, System Testing, JUnit, Performance Testing, Test Tools, Unit Testing, Test Automation, Code Coverage, Test Case, Selenium (Software)

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    35 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Computer Hardware, Computer Literacy, Computer Graphics, Computer Systems, Graphics Software, Spreadsheet Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphical Tools, Document Management, Graphic and Visual Design Software, System Software

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

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    University of Leeds

    How to Get Into Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development, Software Engineering, Professional Development, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Teamwork, Computer Programming, Back-End Web Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Software Developer Career Guide and Interview Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development, Software Engineering, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Application Development, Follow Through, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Communication, Back-End Web Development

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    388 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Azure: Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Microsoft Azure, Firewall, Network Engineering, Network Administration, Virtual Networking, Application Security, Remote Access Systems, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure Security, Web Applications, Load Balancing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Introduction to Software Development and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Project Risk Management, Application Design, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design, Application Development, Program Development, Business Logic, User Experience Design, Systems Development, Software Development, Business Architecture, Usability, User Centered Design

    1.5
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Master Electric Vehicle Tech: Software Skills: Coursera
  • AI Security: Security in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Coursera
  • Scalable Availability in Software Architecture: Atchison Technology
  • Cloud Application Security: University of Minnesota
  • Network Security Principles: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Open Source Software Development, Linux and Git: The Linux Foundation
  • 软件测试 (Software Testing): Nanjing University
  • Introduction to Computers and Office Productivity Software: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • How to Get Into Software Development: University of Leeds
  • Software Developer Career Guide and Interview Preparation: IBM

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