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Pen Testing Courses

Pen testing courses can help you learn vulnerability assessment, network security, and ethical hacking techniques. You can build skills in penetration testing methodologies, risk analysis, and incident response strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Metasploit, Wireshark, and Burp Suite, that support identifying and exploiting security weaknesses in systems and applications. By engaging with these tools, you can practice practical work that enhance your ability to secure networks and protect sensitive data.


Popular Pen Testing Courses and Certifications


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    Board Infinity

    Generative AI in Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Responsible AI, Persona Development, Advertising Campaigns, A/B Testing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Introduction to AI Tools for Coders and Programmers

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Software Development Tools, Microsoft Copilot, Integrated Development Environments, Web Development Tools, Code Review, Test Automation, Test Case, Application Programming Interface (API), React.js, Unit Testing, Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Node.JS, Debugging, Middleware

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Diseño de proyectos de gobierno digital

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Human Resource Strategy, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Cybersecurity, Project Design, Policy Development, Public Administration, Governance, Program Evaluation, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Data Management, Interoperability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Building Batch Data Pipelines on GCP en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Google Cloud Platform, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Processing, Serverless Computing, Big Data, Data Migration, Data Integration, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Transformation, Cloud Storage

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    45 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MathWorks

    Designing and Simulating Physical Models

    Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Matlab, Engineering Software, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Control Systems

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Incident Response and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Incident Management, Disaster Recovery, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, NIST 800-53, Risk Management, Security Strategy, Investigation, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Scenario Testing

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Complete Cryptocurrency & Blockchain Course | Learn Solidity

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Game Design, Investments, Test Automation, Digital Assets, Investment Management, Development Testing, Cryptography, Program Development, Emerging Technologies, FinTech, Software Development, Web Development Tools, Asset Management, Asset Protection, Transaction Processing, Secure Coding, Application Deployment

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Measurement Systems Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization, Process Capability, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Analysis, R (Software), Exploratory Data Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Data Quality, R Programming, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Verification And Validation, Continuous Monitoring, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

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    University of Leeds

    Working with Integrated Development Environments

    Skills you'll gain: Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, Microsoft Visual Studio, Unit Testing, Software Development Tools, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Version Control

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Time Series

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, R (Software), Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Forecasting, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

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    LearnQuest

    Blockchain Security Advanced Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Application Security, Security Engineering, Secure Coding, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Security Testing, Solution Design, Vulnerability Assessments, Code Review

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    HTTP Google Cloud Functions in Go

    Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Go (Programming Language), Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Development, Cloud Computing, Development Testing, Web Servers, Server Side, Cloud Storage

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular pen testing courses

  • Generative AI in Marketing: Board Infinity
  • Introduction to AI Tools for Coders and Programmers: Packt
  • Diseño de proyectos de gobierno digital: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Building Batch Data Pipelines on GCP en Español: Google Cloud
  • Designing and Simulating Physical Models: MathWorks
  • Incident Response and Risk Management: Packt
  • Complete Cryptocurrency & Blockchain Course | Learn Solidity: Packt
  • Measurement Systems Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Working with Integrated Development Environments: University of Leeds
  • Introduction to Time Series: Illinois Tech

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