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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

    Improving Classroom Management with Class Dojo

    Skills you'll gain: Classroom Management, Education Software and Technology, Real Time Data, Data Management, Record Keeping

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    156 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Microsoft

    Implement Platform Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Application Security, Cloud Security, IT Security Architecture, Infrastructure Security, Kubernetes, Network Security, Security Engineering, Security Controls, Firewall, Endpoint Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Strategy, Cyber Security Strategy, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Services, Network Administration, Virtual Machines

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Scrimba

    Vibe Coding with GitHub Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Vibe coding, Model Context Protocol, GitHub, Code Review, AI Personalization, Prompt Engineering, Context Management, Agentic Workflows, Software Development, Web Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Optical Efficiency and Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Engineering, electromagnetics, Image Quality, Engineering Calculations, System Requirements, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Software, Systems Design, System Design and Implementation, Graphical Tools, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Spatial Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Microsoft

    Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, UI/UX Strategy, Design Thinking, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Mockups, Wireframing, Interaction Design, Experience Design, Usability Testing, Human Centered Design, User Centered Design, Application Design, AI literacy, Responsible AI, Prototyping

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Microsoft

    Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code

    Skills you'll gain: GitHub Copilot, Test Case, Version Control, Code Review, Integrated Development Environments, Software Versioning, Software Documentation, Program Development, Development Environment, Maintainability, Project Planning, Project Management, Debugging

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Virginia

    Innovating with the Business Model Canvas

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Journey Mapping, Process Design, Business Modeling, Business Architecture, Business Process, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Growth Strategies, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Product Management, Resource Allocation, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Relationship Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    322 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Planificación y gestión estratégica para Pymes

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Acquisition Management, Sales Management, Customer Relationship Management, Financial Data, Strategic Planning, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Business Modeling, Customer Analysis, Business Planning, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Financial Acumen, Sales Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Small Business Accounting, Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Corporate Strategy, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Minnesota

    Guided Imagery

    Skills you'll gain: Pain Management, Treatment Planning, Meditation & Breathwork, Clinical Assessment, Music, Education Software and Technology, Patient Evaluation, Mindfulness, Creativity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Mental Health Therapies, Physiology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    223 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Coursera

    Create Employee Management System with When I Work

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Workforce Management, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Software, Talent Management, Staff Management, Payroll, Talent Recruitment, Team Management, Data Entry, Scheduling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    225 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Digitalisation in Aeronautics

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Digital Communications, Control Systems, Vibrations, Structural Analysis, Digital Transformation, Digital Analysis, Communication Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Design Process, Simulation and Simulation Software, Collaborative Software, Technology Strategies, Model Optimization, Conceptual Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    214 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Manage Your Versions with Git (Part I)

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Software Versioning, Software Development Tools, Project Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    116 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Improving Classroom Management with Class Dojo: Coursera
  • Implement Platform Protection: Microsoft
  • Vibe Coding with GitHub Copilot: Scrimba
  • Optical Efficiency and Resolution: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Product Design and UX/UI Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Optimizing Your Workflow with GitHub Copilot and VS Code: Microsoft
  • Innovating with the Business Model Canvas: University of Virginia
  • Planificación y gestión estratégica para Pymes: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Guided Imagery: University of Minnesota
  • Create Employee Management System with When I Work: Coursera

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