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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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    University of Pennsylvania

    Inheritance and Data Structures in Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Java, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, File Management, Development Environment, Programming Principles, Problem Solving

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    108 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Programming with Golang

    Skills you'll gain: Development Environment, Web Development, Computer Programming, Program Development, Other Programming Languages

    2.8
    Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Introduction to Detection and Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Threat Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Document Management, Cybersecurity, NIST 800-53

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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Amazon Web Services

    Automation in the AWS Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), AWS CloudFormation, IT Automation, Scripting, Bash (Scripting Language), Amazon Web Services, Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Automation, Scripting Languages, Continuous Monitoring, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Management, Continuous Integration, Cloud Computing, Software Testing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Google Workspace Troubleshooting

    Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Gmail, Control Panels, Technical Support, Email Security, Issue Tracking, Technical Communication, Systems Administration, Data Access, Cloud Storage, Security Controls, Event Monitoring, File Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Financial Accounting Explained

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Accounting Software, Financial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Standard Accounting Practices, Bookkeeping, Accounting and Finance Software, Accounting Records, Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Finance, Business Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    108 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    CompTIA Network+ Certification (N10-009): The Total Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Network Security, Network Routing, Data Centers, Virtual Networking, TCP/IP, Network Administration, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Protocols, Network Switches, Virtual Machines, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Virtualization, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Wireless Networks, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Network Architecture, Hardware Troubleshooting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Preparing for the AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Services, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Storage, Cloud Security, Computing Platforms, Cloud Management

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation

    Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Data Integrity, Computer Programming, Computer Science

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    235 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAS

    SAS Macro Language

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, SAS (Software), Business, Statistical Programming, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Code Reusability, Software Documentation, Computational Logic

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    151 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Credential Access, discovery, lateral movement & collection

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Penetration Testing, Cyber Attacks, Python Programming, Data Access, Authentications, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, User Accounts

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    69 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Data Storytelling, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Heat Maps, Data Visualization Software, Network Analysis, Data Manipulation, Network Routing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    137 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Inheritance and Data Structures in Java: University of Pennsylvania
  • Programming with Golang: Edureka
  • Introduction to Detection and Incident Response: Google
  • Automation in the AWS Cloud: Amazon Web Services
  • Google Workspace Troubleshooting: Google Cloud
  • Financial Accounting Explained: Coursera
  • CompTIA Network+ Certification (N10-009): The Total Guide: Packt
  • Preparing for the AZ-900 Microsoft Azure Fundamentals Exam: Microsoft
  • Object-Oriented C++: Inheritance and Encapsulation: Codio
  • SAS Macro Language: SAS

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