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.

Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Unit Testing, Data Processing, Debugging, System Monitoring, Data Integrity, CI/CD, Google Cloud Platform, Event Monitoring, Performance Tuning, Dashboard, Disaster Recovery
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Descriptive Statistics, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Interviewing Skills, Python Programming
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Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, Istio, Agile Software Development, Application Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Kubernetes, Jenkins, Code Coverage, OpenShift, Cloud Applications, Agile Methodology, Behavior-Driven Development, Serverless Computing, DevOps, Secure Coding, Grafana, System Monitoring
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Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Unit Testing, Maintainability, Software Design Patterns, Software Testing, Test Automation, Integration Testing, Test Driven Development (TDD), Testability, Software Engineering, System Testing, Android Development, Application Security, Software Architecture, Application Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Penetration Testing, Cloud Services, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Generative AI, Configuration Management, Governance, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java, Algorithms, Java Programming, Statistical Analysis, Software Design, Computer Programming, Data Import/Export, Integrated Development Environments, Data Manipulation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Software Testing, Problem Solving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Regression Analysis, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Graphing, Spreadsheet Software, Probability Distribution, Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Statistical Methods, Business Analysis, Sample Size Determination
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of London
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computer Vision, Data Collection, Software Testing
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Mapping, IBM WebSphere MQ, Middleware, Verification And Validation, Business Process Automation, Process Driven Development, Data Integration, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Test Case, Development Testing, Java, Data Validation, Software Testing, Java Programming, System Configuration, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Debugging, File Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Cybersecurity, Penetration Testing, Cloud Security, Malware Protection, Cyber Attacks, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Security, Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Threat Hunting, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Decision Support Systems, Strategic Decision-Making, Operational Efficiency, Predictive Modeling, Process Optimization, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Pipelines, Business Intelligence, Performance Analysis, Data Ethics, Scenario Testing, Forecasting, Governance, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Visualization, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Python Programming, Regression Testing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Animation and Game Design, Game Design, Animations, Prototyping, Conceptual Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Storyboarding, Design, Virtual Environment, Art History, Technical Design, Design Elements And Principles, Usability Testing, Creative Design, Design Strategies, Interactive Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months