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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

    Azure Cloud Services

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Microsoft Azure, Load Balancing, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Solutions, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Computing, Network Architecture, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Cloud Services, Virtual Machines, User Provisioning, Network Security, Computing Platforms, Kubernetes, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Deployment, Virtual Networking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Business Analysis: Process Modeling & Requirements Gathering

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Business Analysis Tools, Business Process Modeling, Process Optimization, Requirements Management, Business Systems Analysis, Business Requirements, Process Modeling, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Analysis, Data Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, Agile Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Business Process, Process Improvement, User Story, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Digital Forensics Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, grep, Network Protocols, General Networking, Record Keeping, Data Storage, Data Integrity, File Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Encryption, Data Validation, Technical Documentation

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    272 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unity Engine, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Software Design, Programming Principles, Graph Theory, Software Architecture, Algorithms

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Analysis for Business Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Business Systems, Process Flow Diagrams, User Requirements Documents, Data Modeling, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Business Process Modeling, Diagram Design, Feasibility Studies, Decision Making, Project Management

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    581 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Deploying SAP on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Data Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Integration, Cloud Services, SAP Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Cloud Security, Data Migration, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Storage, Systems Design

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    185 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Project Management Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Milestones (Project Management), Agile Project Management, Project Coordination, Project Risk Management, Project Implementation, Project Portfolio Management, Project Closure, Project Controls, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, User Story, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Scrum (Software Development), Risk Management, Leadership

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    121 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Data Analysis and Visualization with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Plotly, Data Ethics, Plot (Graphics), Generative Model Architectures, Scientific Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Data Quality, Exploratory Data Analysis, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Manipulation, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Machine Learning

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    119 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Healthcare Ethics, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Stress Management, Safety Training, Preventative Care, Health Care, Public Health, Safety and Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Infectious Diseases, Emergency Response, Mental Health, Planning

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    465 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    28DIGITAL

    Embedded Hardware and Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Operating Systems, Application Development, Wireless Networks, Communication Systems, Hardware Architecture, OS Process Management, Network Protocols, C (Programming Language), Simulations, Network Performance Management, Memory Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon Web Services

    Providing Technical Support for AWS Workloads

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Consulting, Amazon S3, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Cloud Management, Technical Support, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Infrastructure Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Scenario Testing, System Support, Virtual Networking, Customer Support, Cloud Storage, Cloud-Based Integration, Security Controls

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Austral

    Estrategia Empresarial

    Skills you'll gain: New Business Development, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Business Development, Market Dynamics, Corporate Strategy, Innovation, Competitive Intelligence, Business Priorities, Growth Strategies, Market Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Value Propositions, Business Administration, Product Strategy, Emerging Technologies

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    513 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Azure Cloud Services: Microsoft
  • Business Analysis: Process Modeling & Requirements Gathering: SkillUp
  • Digital Forensics Concepts: Infosec
  • Data Structures and Design Patterns for Game Developers: University of Colorado System
  • Analysis for Business Systems: University of Minnesota
  • Deploying SAP on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Project Management Capstone: IBM
  • Data Analysis and Visualization with Python: Microsoft
  • International Travel Preparation, Safety, & Wellness: Johns Hopkins University
  • Embedded Hardware and Operating Systems: 28DIGITAL

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