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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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    Packt

    Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8

    Skills you'll gain: Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Operating System Administration, IT Automation, Remote Access Systems, Hardening, System Support, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Command-Line Interface

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    Modern Natural Language Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Natural Language Processing, Embeddings, Hugging Face, Deep Learning, Large Language Modeling, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Encryption, Python Programming, Cryptography, Fine-tuning, Machine Learning Methods, Text Mining, Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    AI-Powered Development with Codepal: Write & Test To-Do App

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Code Review, Software Development Tools, Test Automation, Test Script Development, Software Documentation, Maintainability, Application Development, Generative AI, AI Integrations, Software Development, Computer Programming Tools, Software Technical Review, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Javascript, ChatGPT, GitHub

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Whizlabs

    Google Cloud SQL: Design, Deploy & Optimize Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Database Administration, Database Management, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Systems, Google Cloud Platform, Operational Databases, Database Design, Databases, Database Architecture and Administration, MySQL, Database Management Systems, System Configuration, Data Migration, Cloud Deployment, Database Software, Security Controls, Data Import/Export, Data Storage, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Response, Identity and Access Management, Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Event Monitoring, Network Security, Authentications, Application Security, Secure Coding, IT Security Architecture, Authorization (Computing), Cyber Security Assessment, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), DevSecOps, Endpoint Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Infrastructure Security, Security Testing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    React - State management in functional components (HOOKS)

    Skills you'll gain: React.js, Code Reusability, Javascript, Front-End Web Development, Web Development

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    BigQuery Soccer Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Database Software, Databases, Database Management, SQL, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Analysis

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    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Fundamentals of Gen AI Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Fraud detection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, AI literacy, Threat Detection, AI Integrations, Incident Response, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Awareness, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Security Strategy, Incident Management, Security Controls, AI Workflows, LLM Application

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    FAIR Institute

    Understanding Cyber Risk Reporting with FAIR™

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Risk, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Legal Risk, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Incident Management, Cyber Attacks, Risk Management Framework, Business Risk Management, Operational Risk, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Risk Analysis, Security Management, Risk Management, Safety Culture, Computer Security Awareness Training, Regulatory Compliance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Intro to Improving the Patient Experience Through Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Hospital Experience, Patient-centered Care, Health Informatics, Patient Advocacy, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Technology, Analytics, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Literacy, Health Disparities, Innovation, Data Collection, Big Data, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Management, Decision Support Systems, Social Determinants Of Health, Predictive Modeling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Access for Office 365: Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Access, Database Management, Microsoft 365, Database Development, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management Systems, Data Maintenance, Microsoft Windows, Database Software, Databases, Data Import/Export, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Database Design, Data Entry, Data Presentation, Productivity Software, Scripting, User Interface (UI)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    블록체인의 기초

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cryptographic Protocols, Encryption, Public Key Infrastructure, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Payment Systems, Distributed Computing, Network Model, Transaction Processing, Virtual Machines, Verification And Validation, User Accounts, Development Environment

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8: Packt
  • Modern Natural Language Processing: Packt
  • AI-Powered Development with Codepal: Write & Test To-Do App: Coursera
  • Google Cloud SQL: Design, Deploy & Optimize Databases: Whizlabs
  • Systems and Cybersecurity Fundamentals Part 2: Northeastern University
  • React - State management in functional components (HOOKS): Coursera
  • BigQuery Soccer Data Analysis: Google Cloud
  • Fundamentals of Gen AI Cybersecurity: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Understanding Cyber Risk Reporting with FAIR™: FAIR Institute
  • Intro to Improving the Patient Experience Through Analytics: Northeastern University

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