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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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    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity and the Internet of Things

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Information Systems Security, Cyber Engineering, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Information Privacy, Data Security, Emerging Technologies, Enterprise Security, Health Technology

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Python for Data Science, AI & Development

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Python Programming, NumPy, Scripting, Data Collection, Data Analysis

    4.6
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    44K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Data Ethics, Feature Engineering, AI literacy, Predictive Modeling, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Model Evaluation, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Python 3 Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, JSON, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Software Design, Software Design Documents, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Data Processing, Diagram Design, Unit Testing, Programming Principles, Program Development, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Data Wrangling, Restful API, Image Analysis, Data Manipulation, Computer Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    23K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    MATLAB Programming for Engineers and Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Image Analysis, Data Visualization Software, File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Object Oriented Design, ChatGPT, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Dimensionality Reduction, Software Engineering, Program Development, Code Reusability, Computer Programming, Data Analysis, Functional Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Incident Response, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Threat Management, Cyber Attacks, Authentications, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Security Awareness, Security Controls, Cyber Security Policies, Multi-Factor Authentication, Human Factors (Security)

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Master Microsoft Office 365 and Power Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Power Platform, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power BI, Microsoft 365, Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Dashboard, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Power Platform Architecture & Technical Design, No-Code Development, Data Visualization, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Data Integration, Presentations, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    7.5K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Infrastructure Security, Telecommunications, Enterprise Security, Security Awareness, General Networking, Exploitation techniques

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM IT Project Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Software Development Life Cycle, Risk Management, Team Motivation, Software Architecture, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Planning, Peer Review, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management Framework, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Information Technology, Interviewing Skills, Agile Project Management, Leadership, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Data Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Database Administration, Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Pipelines, Apache Hadoop, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Design, Database Management, Relational Databases, Data Security, Linux Commands, Data Migration, Data Governance, MongoDB, Apache Spark, Apache Kafka, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Architecture, Data Store

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Crash Course on Python

    Skills you'll gain: Program Development, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Scripting, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Data Store, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    41K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Generative AI for Cybersecurity Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), AI Security, Threat Modeling, AI literacy, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Malware Protection, Exploitation techniques, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Anomaly Detection, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Vulnerability Management, Model Evaluation, Incident Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Cybersecurity and the Internet of Things: Kennesaw State University
  • Python for Data Science, AI & Development: IBM
  • Generative AI for Data Scientists: IBM
  • Python 3 Programming: University of Michigan
  • MATLAB Programming for Engineers and Scientists: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Cybersecurity Tools & Cyberattacks: IBM
  • Master Microsoft Office 365 and Power Platform: Microsoft
  • Cybersecurity for Everyone: University of Maryland, College Park
  • IBM IT Project Manager: IBM
  • IBM Data Architecture: IBM

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