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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, ChatGPT, LLM Application, Education Software and Technology, AI Integrations, Design Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Content Creation, Professional Development

    ★ 4.9 (29) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Build AI Agents with n8n

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Email Automation, Prompt Engineering, LLM Application, Prompt Patterns, AI Orchestration, Large Language Modeling, Workflow Management, Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Application Deployment, No-Code Development, AI Integrations, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Google Workspace, Docker (Software), Content Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
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    Preview
  • S

    Scrimba

    Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Embeddings & Vector Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Vector Databases, Embeddings, Development Environment, OpenAI API, AI Integrations, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Generative AI, Databases, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Environment, System Configuration

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Infrastructure, Scalability, Cloud Platforms, Public Cloud, Software As A Service, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Management, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Private Cloud, Hybrid Cloud Computing

    ★ 3.7 (44) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of London

    Working with Objects in C++

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Test Data, Algorithms, Verification And Validation, Statistical Programming, Development Testing, Data Structures, Transaction Processing

    ★ 4.6 (34) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Responsible AI Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Security, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Data Preprocessing

    ★ 4.2 (57) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Decryption with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Python Programming, Data Security

    ★ 4.6 (16) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Coding with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, AI literacy, Debugging, Python Programming, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.2 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Surface Pattern Design: Principles, Drawing and Collections

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Photo Editing, Journals, Software Design Patterns, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Creativity, Design Strategies, Design, Graphics Software, Visual Storytelling, Graphic Design, Digital Design, Design Software, Editing, File Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Frontend Development using Angular

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, HTML and CSS, JavaScript Frameworks, Application Frameworks, Javascript, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, Scalability, Web Design and Development, Web Applications, Code Reusability, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Software Design Patterns, UI Components

    ★ 4.2 (46) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Infosec

    Linux+ XK0-005

    Skills you'll gain: Linux Administration, Version Control, Linux, Git (Version Control System), Linux Servers, Linux Commands, Network Troubleshooting, Unix, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Systems Administration, Scripting, User Provisioning, Shell Script, User Accounts, Software Versioning, System Configuration, Unix Shell, Network Monitoring, Scripting Languages

    ★ 4.4 (22) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Wireshark for Packet Capture: Analyze web traffic

    Skills you'll gain: Network Protocols, Network Performance Management, Network Monitoring, Network Troubleshooting, Threat Detection, Network Analysis, Network Security

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

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

  • Strategizing the Use of Generative AI in Learning Design: University of Michigan
  • Build AI Agents with n8n: Edureka
  • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) with Embeddings & Vector Databases: Scrimba
  • Fundamentals of Cloud Computing: LearnQuest
  • Working with Objects in C++: University of London
  • Responsible AI Practices: Amazon Web Services
  • Decryption with Python: Coursera
  • Coding with Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
  • Surface Pattern Design: Principles, Drawing and Collections: Skillshare
  • Frontend Development using Angular: Board Infinity

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