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Software Security Courses

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.

Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Microsoft

    Unlock the Power of Data with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Business Intelligence, Data Collection, Data Transformation

    ★ 4.4 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Pearson

    CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003: Unit 2

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Memory Management, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Software, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Computer Programming, Linux

    ★ 4.8 (62) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Build a user login system for a Django website

    Skills you'll gain: Django (Web Framework), GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience Design, Secure Coding, User Interface (UI), Web Development, Application Security, Application Frameworks, Development Environment, Authentications, Usability, Web Applications, Integrated Development Environments, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing)

    ★ 4.7 (15) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Excellence in Online Teaching

    Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Community Development, Adult Education, Instructional Design, Motivational Skills, Relationship Building, Technology Strategies, Professional Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Communication

    ★ 4.5 (79) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Getting Started with Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Network Administration, Network Infrastructure, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Cloud Management, Dashboard Creation, Cloud Platforms

    ★ 4.4 (512) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Project Development in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Devops Tools, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Application Deployment, Docker (Software), Agile Project Management, Project Management, Software Development Tools, Technical Communication, Needs Assessment, Prometheus (Software), Business Requirements, Jira (Software), Python Programming, Natural Language Processing, Collaboration, Communication, Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills

    ★ 4.6 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Spring Boot Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Boot, Hibernate (Java), Spring Framework, Web Applications, Application Development, Web Development, Program Development, Restful API, Application Frameworks, Secure Coding, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Development Environment, Object-Relational Mapping, Model View Controller, UI Components, Software Development Tools, Authentications, User Interface (UI), Databases

    ★ 4.7 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    SQL Joins

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, SQL, Relational Databases, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Computer Science

    ★ 4.5 (187) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • A

    AI CERTs

    AI in Government

    Skills you'll gain: Public Administration, Automation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Digital Transformation, Fraud detection

    ★ 4.7 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Simplilearn

    DevOps Foundations Training

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, DevSecOps, Devops Tools, DevOps, CI/CD, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Delivery, IT Automation, Collaborative Software, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Secure Coding, Application Security, Continuous Deployment, Security Software, Agile Software Development, Automation, Real Time Data, Control Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Videojuegos: ¿de qué hablamos?

    Skills you'll gain: Video Game Development, Game Design, Animation and Game Design, Computer Programming, Computer Graphics, Interaction Design, Artificial Intelligence

    ★ 4.3 (567) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • Unlock the Power of Data with Power BI: Microsoft
  • CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) CS0-003: Unit 2: Pearson
  • C Programming: Modular Programming and Memory Management - 3: Dartmouth College
  • Build a user login system for a Django website: Coursera
  • Excellence in Online Teaching: Johns Hopkins University
  • Getting Started with Azure: LearnQuest
  • Project Development in Python: Microsoft
  • Spring Boot Foundations: Packt
  • SQL Joins: Coursera
  • AI in Government: AI CERTs

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