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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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    IBM

    IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Database Design, Data Wrangling, Shiny (R Package), Ggplot2, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Relational Databases, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Analytical Skills, R (Software), Excel Formulas, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Hardware Troubleshooting, IT Service Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Generative AI Agents, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, Professional Networking, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Database Administration, Information Technology, Customer Service

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Hybrid Cloud Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud-Native Computing, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Security, Cloud Storage, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Systems Analysis, Process Improvement, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Computing, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Development, Requirements Analysis, Data Modeling, Multi-Cloud, DevOps, Docker (Software), Solution Design, Microservices, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Information Technology

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security, Security Awareness, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Vulnerability, Governance, General Networking, Public Safety and National Security, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Web Scraping, SQL, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Jupyter, Data Presentation, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, R (Software), Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Database Management, Relational Databases, R Programming, Programming Principles, File I/O, Python Programming

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    75K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring, Security Controls, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Splunk, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Document Management, Query Languages

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Generative AI Agents, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Virtualization, Computer Hardware, Cyber Attacks, OSI Models, General Networking, Database Administration, Data Security, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

    IBM & Darden Digital Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Strategic Thinking, Digital Transformation, Business Strategy, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Wrangling, Competitive Analysis, Cloud Services, Data Presentation, Cloud Deployment, Business Transformation, Responsible AI, Cloud Security, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Infrastructure, Big Data, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Data Science

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    51K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, IT Service Management, Cloud Computing, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Malware Protection, Networking Hardware, Service Management, Identity and Access Management, Linux, Linux Commands, Incident Response, Network Security, Cybersecurity, TCP/IP, Linux Administration, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing Architecture, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Attacks

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    22K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM JavaScript Backend Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Software Development Life Cycle, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Containerization, Istio, Software Architecture, Node.JS, Application Deployment, Restful API, Kubernetes, Database Design, Cloud-Native Computing, Responsive Web Design, NoSQL, Git (Version Control System), Ajax, Grafana, Javascript, Azure DevOps, Software Development

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Data Science Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Web Scraping, Pseudocode, Jupyter, Algorithms, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Analysis, R (Software), Data Presentation, Correlation Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Analytical Skills, Programming Principles, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Machine Learning, Project Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Jupyter, Data Literacy, Data Mining, R (Software), Data Modeling, Database Management, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, R Programming, Model Deployment, Databases, Data Science, Big Data, Query Languages, GitHub, Software Development Tools, Data Visualization Software, Cloud Computing, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R: IBM
  • IBM IT Support: IBM
  • IBM Hybrid Cloud Architect: IBM
  • Cybersecurity in the AI Era: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Data Science Fundamentals with Python and SQL: IBM
  • Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response: Google
  • Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals: IBM
  • IBM & Darden Digital Strategy: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
  • IT Fundamentals for Cybersecurity: IBM
  • IBM JavaScript Backend Developer: IBM

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