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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


  • P

    Peking University

    C#程序设计

    Skills you'll gain: C# (Programming Language), Data Structures, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Microsoft Visual Studio, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Extensible Languages and XML, Object Oriented Design, .NET Framework, Java, Programming Principles, Data Access, Database Management, User Interface (UI), Algorithms, UI Components, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Graphics, Program Development

    ★ 4.5 (53) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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  • C

    Coursera

    Encryption and Decryption using C++

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Application Development, Security Engineering, C and C++, C++ (Programming Language)

    ★ 4.2 (17) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Programming with C ++

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Memory Management, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Data Structures, Data Manipulation

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Cloud Computing Law: Law Enforcement, Competition, & Tax

    Skills you'll gain: Tax, Tax Laws, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cloud Services, Tax Compliance, Cloud Computing, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Cloud Storage, Corporate Tax, Income Tax, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Access, Legal Risk, Digital Forensics, Interoperability, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Dynamics

    ★ 4.8 (45) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Data Visualization and Transformation with R

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, R (Software), Ggplot2, Statistical Reporting, Data Visualization Software, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Visualization, Version Control, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Scientific Visualization, Statistics, Statistical Visualization, Data Wrangling, Data Science, R Programming, GitHub, Data Transformation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming

    ★ 4.7 (28) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Generative AI for Penetration Testing: Red Team

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Metasploit, Vulnerability Scanning, Exploitation techniques, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Generative AI, Security Testing, Responsible AI, AI Integrations

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    Monitoring and Backup in Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Virtual Networking, Cloud Services, System Monitoring, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Network Monitoring, Cloud Engineering, Application Performance Management, Cloud Management, Network Troubleshooting, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Storage, Virtual Machines, Event Monitoring, Disaster Recovery, Continuous Monitoring, Data Storage, Query Languages

    ★ 4 (29) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Cisco CCST Networking - Video Training Series

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, OSI Models, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, General Networking, Network Model, Network Infrastructure, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Routing, Network Routers, Network Monitoring, Cloud Computing, Networking Hardware, Command-Line Interface, Cloud Solutions, Network Performance Management, Network Switches

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • T

    Total Seminars

    CompTIA A+ Core 1

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Desktop Support, Virtual Machines, Network Support, Virtualization, Computer Displays, Cloud Computing, Hardware Troubleshooting, Mobile Security, System Support, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Technical Support and Services, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Help Desk Support, Computer Literacy, Computer Systems, Operating Systems, Computer Security, Data Storage Technologies

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Selenium WebDriver 4 with Java - Zero To Hero

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, Selenium (Software), GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Performance Testing, Continuous Integration, CI/CD, Apache Maven, Version Control, Test Script Development, Test Automation, Browser Compatibility, System Testing, Test Tools, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Continuous Delivery, Test Data, Java Programming, Java, Test Case

    ★ 4.4 (8) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Structural scheme setting and ETABS Analysis of RCC Building

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Structural Analysis, Architectural Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Building Codes, Engineering Software, Engineering Calculations, Simulation and Simulation Software, 3D Modeling

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Create eLearning Courses with Articulate Storyline 360

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, Education Software and Technology, Educational Materials, Learning Management Systems, Instructional Design, Interactive Design, Animation and Game Design, Game Design, User Interface (UI), Interaction Design, Graphic and Visual Design

    ★ 4.3 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • C#程序设计: Peking University
  • Encryption and Decryption using C++: Coursera
  • Programming with C ++: Simplilearn
  • Cloud Computing Law: Law Enforcement, Competition, & Tax: Queen Mary University of London
  • Data Visualization and Transformation with R: Duke University
  • Generative AI for Penetration Testing: Red Team: LearnQuest
  • Monitoring and Backup in Azure: Whizlabs
  • Cisco CCST Networking - Video Training Series: Packt
  • CompTIA A+ Core 1: Total Seminars
  • Selenium WebDriver 4 with Java - Zero To Hero: Packt

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