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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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    Microsoft

    Implement Platform Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, Kubernetes, Network Security, Security Engineering, Firewall, Endpoint Security, Identity and Access Management, Security Strategy, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Virtual Machines, Containerization, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Deployment, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Encryption, Virtual Networking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Select Topics in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Text Mining, GitHub, Large Language Modeling, Django (Web Framework), Git (Version Control System), Package and Software Management, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Plot (Graphics), Application Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Data Visualization Software, Unit Testing, Cloud Deployment, Jupyter, Database Development, Data Processing, Virtual Environment, Dependency Analysis, Python Programming

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    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create a Storyboard using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Storytelling, Canva (Software), Graphical Tools, Animations, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Design and Product, Business, Marketing

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    206 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    ISC2

    Risk Management and Risk Assessment in a Healthcare Setting

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Medical Privacy, Risk Management, Health Information Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Risk Mitigation, Information Privacy, Security Management, Risk Analysis, Patient Safety, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Systems Security, Security Controls, Data Security, Regulatory Compliance, Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments

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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    KodeKloud

    Linux for beginners with Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands, Linux, Linux Administration, Unix Commands, File Systems, Linux Servers, Data Storage, Network Troubleshooting, Operating Systems, Unix Shell, Operating System Administration, Software Installation, File Management, Service Management, General Networking, Network Security, User Accounts

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Howard University

    Introduction to Information Systems for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Software, Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Business Systems, Business Technologies, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Security, Virtualization, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Management Information Systems, Product Design, Business Solutions, Information Technology, Cloud Infrastructure, Customer Insights, User Centered Design, Cybersecurity, Data Management

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    78 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Gemini in Google Slides

    Skills you'll gain: Gemini, Presentations, AI Product Strategy, Google Workspace, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Mastering Power BI for Data Analytics & Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Cloud Security, Databases, Database Management, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Advanced Analytics, Data Management, Data Governance, Data Preprocessing, Microsoft Excel, Amazon Web Services, Data Integration, Data Security, Cost Control, Cloud Computing, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Predictive Modeling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Python: de cero a usuario

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Jupyter, Ubuntu, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Mac OS, Programming Principles, Cross Platform Development, Software Documentation, Development Environment, Command-Line Interface

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    67 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fudan University

    基于Unity引擎的游戏开发基础

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), 3D Assets, Animations, Application Deployment, Scripting, Cross Platform Development, Virtual Environment, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    100 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    أساسيات برنامج مايكروسوفت اكسيل | Essentials of MS Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, File Management, Data Entry, Productivity Software

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    86 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Cloud Top Ten Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cloud Security, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Risk, Authentications, Continuous Monitoring, Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Application Security, Secure Coding, System Monitoring, Cryptography, Data Security, Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure Security, Hardening

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Implement Platform Protection: Microsoft
  • Select Topics in Python: Codio
  • Create a Storyboard using Canva: Coursera
  • Risk Management and Risk Assessment in a Healthcare Setting: ISC2
  • Linux for beginners with Hands-on Labs: KodeKloud
  • Introduction to Information Systems for Business: Howard University
  • Gemini in Google Slides: Google Cloud
  • Mastering Power BI for Data Analytics & Storytelling: Edureka
  • Python: de cero a usuario: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • 基于Unity引擎的游戏开发基础: Fudan University

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