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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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    Coursera

    Advanced SPFx & Power Platform: SharePoint Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft 365, Data Integration, Digital Transformation, React.js, Business Process Automation, Web Development Tools, Performance Tuning, Automation, Process Optimization, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Transformation, Integration Testing, Development Testing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Data Architect Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Data Migration, Data Integration, Enterprise Architecture, Case Studies, Data Integrity, Compliance Management

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pearson

    Practical Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Application Management, Cyber Attacks, Emerging Technologies, Financial Trading, Digital Assets, Cyber Security Assessment, FinTech, Payment Systems, Security Testing, Transaction Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    A starter’s guide to Open Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Sharing, Educational Materials, Education and Training, General Science and Research, Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Experimentation, Peer Review, Data Access, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Store, Interoperability, Metadata Management

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    للمبتدئين Metasploit: أساسيات الاستغلال

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Cyber Security Assessment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati

    User Research Methods and Practices

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, UI/UX Research, Competitive Analysis, Qualitative Research, User Experience, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Research Methodologies, Focus Group, Interviewing Skills, Surveys, Data Collection, Stakeholder Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Nessus Scanner - Network Scanning from Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Security Assessment, Network Security, Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Network Administration, Software Installation, System Configuration, Web Applications, Authentications, Linux, Configuration Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Portfolio Power: Compelling UX Case Studies in Sketch

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, User Experience, User Centered Design, UI/UX Research, Storytelling, Usability Testing, Technical Design, Prototyping, Mockups, User Research, Wireframing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Advanced Security Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: IT Security Architecture, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Software-Defined Networking, Application Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Network Architecture, Threat Modeling, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, Security Controls, Secure Coding, Cloud Security, Scenario Testing, Cryptography, Vulnerability Assessments

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Performance Monitoring For Application Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Application Performance Management, Prometheus (Software), System Monitoring, Grafana, Performance Tuning, Event Monitoring, Performance Testing, Performance Management, Server Administration, Web Analytics and SEO, Javascript

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Key Industry 4.0 Technologies in Manufacturing - 1

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Manufacturing Processes, Automation, Manufacturing and Production, 3D Modeling, Robotic Process Automation, Innovation, Computer-Aided Design, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Interoperability, Real Time Data, Simulation and Simulation Software

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    Pearson

    The Pearson Complete Course for CISM Certification: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Risk Management, Risk Appetite, Continuous Monitoring, Risk Mitigation, Vulnerability Management, Threat Detection

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Advanced SPFx & Power Platform: SharePoint Mastery: Coursera
  • Data Architect Capstone Project: SkillUp
  • Practical Blockchain and Cryptocurrency: Pearson
  • A starter’s guide to Open Science: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • للمبتدئين Metasploit: أساسيات الاستغلال : Coursera
  • User Research Methods and Practices: Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
  • Nessus Scanner - Network Scanning from Beginner to Advanced: Packt
  • Portfolio Power: Compelling UX Case Studies in Sketch: Coursera
  • Advanced Security Architecture: Packt
  • Performance Monitoring For Application Developers: Codio

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