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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


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    CertNexus

    Solve Business Problems with AI and Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Compliance Training, Regulatory Compliance, Model Training, Business Ethics, Compliance Management, Applied Machine Learning, Project Implementation, AI Product Strategy, Machine Learning Software, Business Solutions, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Model Evaluation, AI literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Complete Modern C++ (C++11/14/17)

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, C and C++, File I/O, Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Computer Programming Tools, Integrated Development Environments, System Programming, Programming Principles, Apple Xcode, Development Environment, Algorithms, File Systems, Software Design Patterns, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Debugging, File Management

    4.3
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    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Peking University

    面向对象技术高级课程(The Advanced Object-Oriented Technology)

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unified Modeling Language, System Design and Implementation, Software Engineering, System Implementation, Program Development, Software Development, Software Architecture, Software Systems, Software Design, Software Development Methodologies, Systems Analysis, Systems Design

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Back-End

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, Program Development, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Diagram Design, C# (Programming Language), Code Reusability, Version Control, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Computational Logic, Microsoft Copilot

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    133 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Keller Williams

    Sales Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Value Propositions, Sales Development, Prospecting and Qualification, Sales Process, Real Estate Sales, Sales Prospecting, Sales Management, Booking (Sales), Customer Acquisition Management, Brand Marketing, Sales Pipelines, Branding, Market Opportunities, Social Media Content, Property and Real Estate, Brand Strategy, Property Management, Customer Relationship Management, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Forecasting Models for Marketing Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Customer Demand Planning, Marketing Analytics, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Consumer Behaviour, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Model Evaluation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Regression Analysis, Customer Acquisition Management, Excel Formulas, Marketing Budgets, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Management, Logistic Regression

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    论文写作初阶(Academic Writing and Research)

    Skills you'll gain: Research, Research Methodologies, Legal Research, Research Design, Writing, Legal Writing, Database Software, Databases, Journals, Legal Technology

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Getting started with TensorFlow 2

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Model Training, Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Computer Programming, Model Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Computer Vision, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Persistence

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Publishing Visualizations in R with Shiny and flexdashboard

    Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Ggplot2, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Application Development, Data Sharing, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Application Deployment

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Protection of Information Assets

    Skills you'll gain: Data Loss Prevention, Security Testing, Network Security, Cryptography, Cyber Security Assessment, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Encryption, Data Security, Information Assurance, Identity and Access Management, Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, User Provisioning, Information Privacy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modeling: Limits & Derivatives

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Data Analysis Software, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Data Analysis, Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Derivatives, Advanced Mathematics, Graphing, Algebra

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    212 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Generative AI for Finance and Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Accounts Payable, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Ethics, Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Data, Make.com, Data Governance, Workflow Management, Miro AI, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, No-Code Development, Budgeting, Forecasting

    3.3
    Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Solve Business Problems with AI and Machine Learning: CertNexus
  • Complete Modern C++ (C++11/14/17): Packt
  • 面向对象技术高级课程(The Advanced Object-Oriented Technology): Peking University
  • Foundations of Coding Back-End: Microsoft
  • Sales Fundamentals: Keller Williams
  • Forecasting Models for Marketing Decisions: Emory University
  • 论文写作初阶(Academic Writing and Research): Peking University
  • Getting started with TensorFlow 2: Imperial College London
  • Publishing Visualizations in R with Shiny and flexdashboard: Johns Hopkins University
  • Protection of Information Assets: Packt

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