Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Model Based Systems Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Cyber Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Network Model, Systems Analysis, Computational Logic, Data Mapping, Differential Equations
★ 4.6 (55) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Google Docs, Proofreading, Google Workspace, AI literacy, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI
★ 4.5 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Data Management, Learning Management Systems, Virtual Environment, Digital pedagogy, Test Tools, Authentications, Test Planning
★ 4.7 (506) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Economics, Economic Development, Business, Market Analysis, Public Policies, International Finance, Market Trend, Consumer Behaviour, Policy Analysis, Supply And Demand, Decision Making
★ 4.7 (594) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, C (Programming Language), C and C++, Programming Principles, Memory Management, Hardware Architecture, Computational Logic, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, Peripheral Devices, Data Storage
★ 4.5 (42) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Metasploit, Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Vulnerability Scanning, Malware Protection, Exploitation techniques, Database Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Testing, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Operations, Vulnerability Assessments, Brute-force attacks, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Hardening, Linux, Linux Administration
★ 4.8 (87) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Educational Materials, Learning Management Systems, Digital pedagogy, Community Development, Adult Education, Instructional Design, Motivational Skills, Relationship Building, Technology Strategies, Professional Development, Collaboration, Cultural Responsiveness, Constructive Feedback, Communication
★ 4.5 (73) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Cyber Security Policies, Cloud Security, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Malware Protection, Identity and Access Management, Network Security, Threat Management, Endpoint Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Security Controls, Scenario Testing, Event Management
★ 5 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Java, Java Programming, Agentic systems, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Generative AI, LLM Application, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, Application Development, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Memory Management
★ 4.2 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Systems, Computer-Aided Design, Technical Design, Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Specifications
★ 4.7 (42) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, OSI Models, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, General Networking, Network Security, TCP/IP, Computer Networking, Cloud Technologies, Network Infrastructure, Network Administration, Local Area Networks, Cloud Platforms, Network Planning And Design, Routing Protocols, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Services, Telecommunications, Wireless Networks
★ 4.3 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Exploitation techniques, Penetration Testing, Cyber Attacks, Python Programming, Data Access, Authentications, Scripting, Remote Access Systems, User Accounts
★ 4.8 (65) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks