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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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    Codio

    API Development

    Skills you'll gain: OAuth, Web Development Tools, Authentications, Web Servers, Application Programming Interface (API), API Design, Cloud API, Restful API, Server Side, Web Development, Servers, JSON, Software Documentation, Web Applications, Javascript, Web Services, Technical Documentation, Application Security

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Wireshark for Packet Capture: Analyze web traffic

    Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, Network Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    28DIGITAL

    Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Software Systems, Internet Of Things, Real Time Data, System Requirements, Software Development, Secure Coding, Cloud Computing Architecture, Systems Engineering, Cloud-Based Integration, System Design and Implementation, Back-End Web Development, System Implementation, Communication Systems, System Testing, Algorithms, Performance Testing, Systems Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    How To Set Up Project Sites and Spaces with Confluence

    Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Project Documentation, Organizational Skills, Document Management, Content Management Systems, Collaboration, Productivity Software, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Content Development and Management, Digital Publishing, Information Architecture, Data Management, Content Creation, Cloud Platforms

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnKartS

    Cloud and AWS Basics

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Identity and Access Management, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing Architecture, Public Cloud, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, User Provisioning, Cloud Deployment, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Authentications, Cloud Services, Cloud Technologies, Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), User Accounts

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Excel VLOOKUP Mastery for Real-World Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Analytical Skills, Business Analytics, Microsoft Office, Data Management, Productivity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Introducción al HTML5

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, HTML and CSS, Web Language, Web Design, Semantic Web, Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Content, Responsive Web Design, Web Presence, Verification And Validation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Securing a Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL Instance

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, PostgreSQL, Database Administration, Google Cloud Platform, Authentications, Database Management, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Key Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    Essential Cloud Infrastructure: Core Services em Português Brasileiro

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Management, Key Management, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Storage Technologies, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Storage, Capacity Management, Security Management, System Monitoring, Event Monitoring

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    148 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    AZ-305 Designing MS Azure Infrastructure Solutions Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Load Balancing, Cloud Security, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture, Authorization (Computing), Database Management, Data Security, Network Planning And Design, Relational Databases, Authentications, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Solutions, Network Infrastructure, Disaster Recovery

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Automation and Project Implementation in Azure Databricks

    Skills you'll gain: Databricks, CI/CD, Microsoft Azure, Data Architecture, Integration Testing, Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment, Data Infrastructure, Data Pipelines, IT Automation, Data Integration, Data Security, Automation, Data Storage, Security Controls

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Strategies for Senior Housing Communities during COVID-19

    Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Emergency Response, Nursing Homes, Hand Hygiene, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Personal protective equipment, Safety and Security, Public Health, Community Health, Home Health Care and Assisted Living, Sanitation, Geriatrics, Mental Health, Infectious Diseases, Community Mental Health Services, Health And Safety Standards, Education and Training, Policy Development, Interpersonal Communications, Media and Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    154 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • API Development: Codio
  • Wireshark for Packet Capture: Analyze web traffic: Coursera
  • Capstone: Autonomous Runway Detection for IoT: 28DIGITAL
  • How To Set Up Project Sites and Spaces with Confluence: Coursera
  • Cloud and AWS Basics: LearnKartS
  • Excel VLOOKUP Mastery for Real-World Data Analysis: LearnKartS
  • Introducción al HTML5: University of Michigan
  • Securing a Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL Instance: Google Cloud
  • Essential Cloud Infrastructure: Core Services em Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
  • AZ-305 Designing MS Azure Infrastructure Solutions Exam Prep: SkillUp

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