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    Learn software security principles for protecting applications. Understand how to identify vulnerabilities, implement security measures, and perform security testing.

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      LearnKartS

      Apache Kafka

      Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, Prometheus (Software), Data Pipelines, Distributed Computing, Apache, Real Time Data, Middleware, Data Processing, Security Controls, Configuration Management, Application Performance Management, Performance Tuning, Encryption, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Data Storage Technologies, Server Administration, Network Monitoring, File Management

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      36 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Digital Forensics

      Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Investigation, Mobile Security, File Systems, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Data Ethics, Data Integrity, File Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Response, Disaster Recovery, Malware Protection, Data Storage, Network Analysis, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Mac OS

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Measuring and Maximizing Impact of COVID-19 Contact Tracing

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Technical Communication, Exploratory Data Analysis, Public Health, Program Management, Data Analysis Software, Decision Support Systems

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Amazon Web Services

      Capstone: Following the AWS Well Architected Framework

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Security, Operational Excellence, Reliability, Solution Architecture, Cloud-Native Computing, Corporate Sustainability, Performance Tuning, Operational Efficiency, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cost Reduction, Security Strategy, Operational Analysis, System Requirements, Site Reliability Engineering, Cost Management, Disaster Recovery

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Analyze Network Traffic with TCPDump: Build a Logging Tool

      Skills you'll gain: Linux Commands, Linux, TCP/IP, Scripting, Shell Script, Network Monitoring, Network Analysis, Network Security, Network Protocols

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      LearnKartS

      Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

      Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, YAML, Application Deployment, Docker (Software), Microservices, CI/CD, DevOps, Continuous Deployment, Scalability, Devops Tools, Configuration Management, Virtual Machines, System Configuration, Data Storage, Security Controls, Network Architecture, Command-Line Interface, Virtualization

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Building Test Automation Framework using Selenium and TestNG

      Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Test Case, Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Maintainability, Test Data, Debugging, Configuration Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      157 reviews

      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University at Buffalo

      Safety in the Utility Industry

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Electrical Safety, Safety Training, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Energy and Utilities, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Environment Health And Safety, Health And Safety Standards, Safety and Security, Fall Protection, Fire And Life Safety, Regulatory Compliance, First Aid, Emergency Response

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      ISC2

      Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Key Management, Public Key Infrastructure, Encryption, Data Security, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Cybersecurity, Authentications, Email Security, Data Integrity, IT Security Architecture, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      86 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      LearnQuest

      Fundamentals of Blockchain Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Data Storage, Systems Architecture, Network Architecture, FinTech, Information Technology Architecture, Distributed Computing, Application Security, Security Controls, Cloud Platforms, Other Programming Languages, Emerging Technologies, Scalability, Data Integrity, Transaction Processing, Computer Programming Tools

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      14 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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      931 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California San Diego

      Human-Centered Design: an Introduction

      Skills you'll gain: Interaction Design, Usability, Human Centered Design, Mockups, Storyboarding, User Experience Design, Design Thinking, Prototyping, User Interface (UI) Design, User Research, Interviewing Skills

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.8K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Apache Kafka: LearnKartS
    • Digital Forensics: Macquarie University
    • Measuring and Maximizing Impact of COVID-19 Contact Tracing: Johns Hopkins University
    • Capstone: Following the AWS Well Architected Framework: Amazon Web Services
    • Analyze Network Traffic with TCPDump: Build a Logging Tool: Coursera Project Network
    • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD): LearnKartS
    • Building Test Automation Framework using Selenium and TestNG: Coursera Project Network
    • Safety in the Utility Industry : University at Buffalo
    • Cryptography : ISC2
    • Fundamentals of Blockchain Architecture: LearnQuest

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