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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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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Geographical Information Systems - Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, NoSQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Data Store, Databases, Data Storage Technologies, Database Systems, SQL, Data Storage, Query Languages, Relational Databases

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    100 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    OWASP Top 10 - Risks 6-10

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Application Security, Vulnerability Management, Event Monitoring, Security Controls, Exploitation techniques, Data Integrity, Continuous Monitoring, System Monitoring, Patch Management, Identity and Access Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Incident Response, Server Side, CI/CD

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    62 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create a Resume and Cover Letter with Google Docs

    Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Document Management, Productivity Software, Writing, Google Workspace, Business Writing, Writing and Editing, File Management, Personal Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California San Diego

    Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Usability Testing, Usability, User Experience Design, Statistical Programming, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, UI/UX Research, R Programming, User Experience, Data Collection, Human Computer Interaction, Statistics, Data Validation, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression

    3.6
    Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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    596 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Machine Learning Operations (MLOps): Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Google Cloud Platform, Model Evaluation, Model Training, DevOps, Cloud Deployment, Devops Tools, Continuous Deployment, CI/CD, AI Workflows, Automation

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    487 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Chile

    Marketing Gerencial

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Customer Relationship Building, Branding, Brand Strategy, Marketing Planning, Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Insights, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics, Business Strategies, Market Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    2.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Rust Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Rust (Programming Language), Test Case, Memory Management, Software Testing, Data Structures, GitHub, Programming Principles, Package and Software Management, Development Environment, System Programming

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    246 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar

    Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Peer Review, Collaborative Software, Diagram Design, Collaboration, Information Architecture, Community Development, Team Collaboration, Constructive Feedback

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    412 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Essential English for Business Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Entrepreneurship, Business Communication, Sales, Interpersonal Communications, Sustainable Business, Project Management, Business Leadership, Communication Strategies, Productivity Software, Crisis Management, Marketing, Language Competency, Business, Vocabulary, Telecommuting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    213 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Alibaba Cloud Academy

    Cloud Computing Fundamentals on Alibaba Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Load Balancing, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Hosting, Databases, Database Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Public Cloud, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Security, Data Security, Servers, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Storage, Web Servers, Data Storage

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    101 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Excel for Beginners: Pivot Tables

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Office, Descriptive Analytics, Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    192 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of California, Irvine

    Productivity and Systems Development

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Software Development Life Cycle, Productivity Software, Risk Management Framework, Agile Project Management, Data Security, Software Design, Systems Design, Risk Management, Software Development Methodologies, Information Technology, Information Systems, Project Risk Management, Systems Analysis, Computer Systems, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Systems Analysis, Microsoft Excel

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Geographical Information Systems - Part 1: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • OWASP Top 10 - Risks 6-10: Infosec
  • Create a Resume and Cover Letter with Google Docs: Coursera
  • Designing, Running, and Analyzing Experiments: University of California San Diego
  • Machine Learning Operations (MLOps): Getting Started: Google Cloud
  • Marketing Gerencial: Universidad de Chile
  • Rust Fundamentals: Duke University
  • Mapas conceituais para aprender e colaborar: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Essential English for Business Professionals: University of California, Irvine
  • Cloud Computing Fundamentals on Alibaba Cloud: Alibaba Cloud Academy

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