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.

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Apache Spark, Large Language Modeling, Transfer Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Unsupervised Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, PySpark, Vision Transformer (ViT), Computer Vision, Keras (Neural Network Library), LLM Application, Supervised Learning, Vector Databases, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Data Science
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Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computer Networking, Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, OSI Models, Network Routing, Network Infrastructure, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Wireless Networks, Network Model, Data Integrity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Network Security, Cloud Management, Microsoft Azure, Business Software, Computer Hardware, Virtual Machines, Identity and Access Management, Cybersecurity, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, Desktop Support, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Azure Active Directory, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, System Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Computing, Network Protocols
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Browser Compatibility, User Centered Design, React Redux, CI/CD, Cloud Applications, Responsive Web Design, Cloud Development, NoSQL, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Webpack, Application Development, MongoDB, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), HTML and CSS, Engineering Software
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Research, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, User Centered Design, Usability, Persona (User Experience), User Interface (UI), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Wireframing, Prototyping, Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Security, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Crisis Management, LLM Application, Productivity, Incident Response, Responsible AI, OpenAI, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Business Ethics, Information Privacy, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Encryption, Malware Protection, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Identity and Access Management, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Data Security, Personally Identifiable Information, User Accounts, Information Systems Security, Human Factors (Security), Email Security, Cyber Risk, Information Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, digital literacy, Network Security, Computer Hardware, Computer Systems, Data Security, Risk Management, System Design and Implementation, TCP/IP, Information Technology, Software Development Methodologies, Data Ethics, Cybersecurity, General Networking, Productivity, Safety and Security, Process Design
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Package and Software Management, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Linux, Operating Systems, OS Process Management, Linux Administration, Remote Access Systems, System Monitoring, Command-Line Interface, User Accounts, Systems Administration, Technical Support and Services, File Management, Software Installation, Virtualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), Full-Stack Web Development, Version Control, Restful API, Data Structures, Unix Commands, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Git (Version Control System), API Testing, Back-End Web Development, GitHub, Web Design and Development, Relational Databases, Front-End Web Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Database Management Systems, SQL, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Cloud Hosting
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: C and C++, C++ (Programming Language), Debugging, API Design, Program Development, Software Documentation, Pseudocode, Software Architecture, Software Design, Maintainability, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Generative AI Agents, Integrated Development Environments, Generative AI, System Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Code Review
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Kubernetes, DevOps, Microservices, Application Deployment, CI/CD, Data Storage, Linux Administration, Software Architecture, Security Controls, Authentications, Ubuntu, Network Model, YAML, Virtual Networking, Development Environment, Software Configuration Management, Software Installation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months