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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


  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Introduction to On-Device AI

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Performance Testing, Android Development, Model Optimization, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), AI Integrations, Tensorflow, Hardware Architecture, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    NumPy, Matplotlib & Pandas – Data Science Prerequisites

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), Scientific Visualization, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Methods, Histogram, Data Processing, Numerical Analysis, Data Import/Export, Linear Algebra, Probability Distribution, Classification Algorithms

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Audio digital con Pure Data

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Signal Processing, Musical Composition, Music, Music Theory, Digital Communications, Patch Management, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles, Music Performance, Dataflow, Data Sharing, Interoperability, Development Environment, File I/O, Open Source Technology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    37 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Mastering Reviews and Test Automation: Techniques & Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Test Tools, Test Automation, Test Planning, Scripting, Test Script Development, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Software Testing, Software Technical Review, Scripting Languages, Code Review, Continuous Delivery, Maintainability, Automation, Software Quality (SQA/SQC), Application Frameworks

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Speech to Text Transcription with the Cloud Speech API

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Natural Language Processing, API Testing, Cloud Applications, JSON, Communication

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • P

    Packt

    Hands-On Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Training

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Case Studies, Content Management Systems, Process Design, Data Governance, Data Migration, Business Process Automation, Content Management, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, Power Platform Architecture & Technical Design, Trend Analysis, Power Apps Component Framework, AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking, AI Integrations, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Copilot

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    REST APIs with Flask and Python in 2024

    Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Restful API, Docker (Software), Containerization, Git (Version Control System), Development Environment, Flask (Web Framework), Application Programming Interface (API), Authentications, Application Deployment, Database Management, Database Development, JSON, Object-Relational Mapping, Operational Databases, API Testing, Python Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Web Hacker's Toolbox - Tools Used by Successful Hackers

    Skills you'll gain: Security Testing, Penetration Testing, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Vulnerability Scanning, Application Security, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Test Tools, Web Applications, Proxy Servers, SQL, MySQL, Databases

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Advanced Blockchain Development and Solidity Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Development Environment, Test Tools, Unit Testing, Virtual Machines, Software Testing, Software Development Tools, Node.JS, Data Storage, Debugging, Software Configuration Management, Application Deployment, Cryptographic Protocols, Event-Driven Programming, Transaction Processing

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    System Hacking, Malware Threats, and Network Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Management, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Penetration Testing, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Exploitation techniques, Threat Management, Brute-force attacks, Network Security, Information Systems Security, Security Awareness, Human Factors (Security), Authentications, Network Protocols

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Beer Quality: Freshness

    Skills you'll gain: Production Process, Process Control, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Packaging and Labeling, Consumer Behaviour, Laboratory Testing, Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Testing, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    APIs in Java: Call and Integrate an API

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, Cloud API, Application Programming Interface (API), Postman API Platform, API Design, API Testing, Java Programming, Java, Mobile Development, Apache Maven, Application Development, Data Access, Web Development, Eclipse (Software), Software Design

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Introduction to On-Device AI: DeepLearning.AI
  • NumPy, Matplotlib & Pandas – Data Science Prerequisites: Packt
  • Audio digital con Pure Data: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Mastering Reviews and Test Automation: Techniques & Tools: Board Infinity
  • Speech to Text Transcription with the Cloud Speech API: Google Cloud
  • Hands-On Microsoft 365 and SharePoint Training: Packt
  • REST APIs with Flask and Python in 2024: Packt
  • Web Hacker's Toolbox - Tools Used by Successful Hackers: Packt
  • Advanced Blockchain Development and Solidity Projects: Packt
  • System Hacking, Malware Threats, and Network Attacks: Packt

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