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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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    Meta

    Working with Data in iOS

    Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), Restful API, Apple iOS, JSON, Swift Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Mobile Development, Application Development, Data Persistence, Data Modeling, Authentications, Network Protocols

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    52 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Lambda Expressions with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Java, Java Programming, Functional Design

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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Creative Coding: Hands-On Python

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Unit Testing, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Databases, Data Visualization Software, Object Oriented Design, Web Scraping, Data Science, Creative Design, Scatter Plots, Data Structures, Programming Principles, File I/O, Integrated Development Environments, Software Visualization, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Diversity and Inclusion

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    TQM Excellence: Lean Six Sigma & Quality Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Kaizen Methodology, Customer Relationship Management, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Management, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Quality Management Systems, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Supplier Quality Management, Quality Improvement, Brainstorming, Benchmarking, Quality Assurance and Control, Change Management, Organizational Change

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Arduino For Beginners - 2023 Complete Course

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electronics, Interactive Design, Display Devices, Robotics, Control Systems, Computer Programming, Technical Communication, Embedded Systems, Development Environment, Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital Communications, Debugging, Data Storage, Real Time Data

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    How to create and sell templates on Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Product Promotion, Marketing Materials, Promotional Strategies, Product Knowledge, Design, Presentations, Dashboard, Graphic and Visual Design, Commercialization, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Sales

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    An Introduction to Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploitation techniques, Unix, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Network Analysis, Web Applications, Virtual Machines, Web Servers

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Healthcare Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Product Development, Health Systems, Business Modeling, Health Equity, Lean Six Sigma, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Performance Improvement, Process Improvement, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Stakeholder Analysis, New Product Development, Innovation, Decision Making, Operations Management, Operations, Problem Solving, Leadership

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Maven Analytics

    Microsoft Copilot for Excel: AI-Powered Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Human Resources Software, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Microsoft 365, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Data Visualization, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft Planner - Essential Training for Managing Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Project Management, Project Coordination, Project Planning, Leadership and Management, Project Management Software, Calendar Management, Project Implementation, Collaborative Software, Workflow Management, Productivity, Productivity Software, Data Management, Business Software

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    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Data Networks and the Internet - Master's

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Network Troubleshooting, Software-Defined Networking, Network Monitoring, Threat Modeling, Virtual Networking, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Computer Networking, Network Performance Management, Network Protocols, General Networking, Cybersecurity, Network Infrastructure, Local Area Networks, Network Analysis, OSI Models, Network Switches

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Java: Design Patterns, Testing, and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Integration Testing, Docker (Software), Java, Cloud Deployment, Containerization, Software Design Patterns, Microservices

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Working with Data in iOS: Meta
  • Lambda Expressions with Java: Coursera
  • Creative Coding: Hands-On Python: University of Michigan
  • TQM Excellence: Lean Six Sigma & Quality Systems: EDUCBA
  • Arduino For Beginners - 2023 Complete Course: Packt
  • How to create and sell templates on Canva: Coursera
  • An Introduction to Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Packt
  • Healthcare Innovation, Design, Entrepreneurship: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Microsoft Copilot for Excel: AI-Powered Data Analysis: Maven Analytics
  • Microsoft Planner - Essential Training for Managing Projects: Knowledge Accelerators

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