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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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    Amazon

    Programming with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java, File Management, Data Import/Export, Maintainability, Debugging, Software Development

    4.3
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    81 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Unix Shell, Scripting, Linux Commands, Unix Commands, Scripting Languages, Command-Line Interface, Linux, File Management, Unix, File Systems

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    677 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Toronto

    iOS App Development with Swift

    Skills you'll gain: Apple iOS, Swift Programming, iOS Development, Model View Controller, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI), Application Design, Application Development, Objective-C (Programming Language), UI Components, Animations, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Frameworks, Interaction Design, Programming Principles, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Graphics, Persistence

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Excel Macros, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Pivot Tables And Charts, Accounting Systems, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Regression Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Architecture

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    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    447 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yonsei University

    IoT (Internet of Things) Wireless & Cloud Computing Emerging Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Wireless Networks, Cloud Computing, Internet Of Things, Cloud Platforms, Local Area Networks, Emerging Technologies, Network Architecture, Telecommunications, Amazon Web Services, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Software As A Service, Hardware Architecture, Network Protocols, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Advanced Data Structures in Java

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Algorithms, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Network Routing, Computational Thinking, Application Development, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Scrum Master Certification: Scrum Methodologies

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Agile Software Development, Project Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Risk Management, Management Reporting, Project Coordination, Sprint Retrospectives, Performance Reporting, Team Oriented, Project Performance, Estimation, Capacity Planning, Prioritization

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    942 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    Introduction to Python for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Operations, IT Automation, Scripting, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    423 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Data Management, Data Ethics, Cyber Governance, Security Controls, Cyber Risk, Data Access, Encryption, Risk Management Framework

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en Java)

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Debugging, Software Design

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    317 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Exam Prep: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Solution Architecture, AWS CloudFormation, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Amazon S3, Cloud Security, Cloud Solutions, Amazon CloudWatch, Serverless Computing, Amazon DynamoDB, Network Architecture, Scalability, Disaster Recovery

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    239 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google サイバーセキュリティ

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Security Controls, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Hardening, Network Security, Stakeholder Communications, Vulnerability Assessments, Relational Databases, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), TCP/IP, Data Security, Cloud Security, Network Architecture, Linux, Debugging, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF)

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    240 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Programming with Java: Amazon
  • Introduction to Bash Shell Scripting: Coursera
  • iOS App Development with Swift: University of Toronto
  • Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • IoT (Internet of Things) Wireless & Cloud Computing Emerging Technologies: Yonsei University
  • Advanced Data Structures in Java: University of California San Diego
  • Scrum Master Certification: Scrum Methodologies: LearnQuest
  • Introduction to Python for Cybersecurity : Infosec
  • Introduction to Data Protection and Privacy: Coursera
  • Introduction à la programmation orientée objet (en Java): École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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