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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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    Pearson

    CCNA 200-301 Version 1.1: Unit 6

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Infrastructure Security, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Local Area Networks, Enterprise Security, Network Switches, Authorization (Computing), Command-Line Interface

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Imperial College London

    Building on the SIR Model

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Simulations, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, R Programming, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, R (Software), Public Health

    ★ 4.5 (31) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    People Data Foundations: Metrics & Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Employee Retention, Report Writing, Employee Engagement, Employee Surveys, Data Storytelling, People Analytics, HR Tech, Root Cause Analysis, Data Import/Export, Human Resources Software, Decision Making, Data Cleansing, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Talent Management, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Analysis, Surveys

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnostics, Networks, Customers

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Network Performance Management, Technical Communication, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Network Administration, Debugging, End User Training and Support, Help Desk Support, Problem Management, Network Analysis

    ★ 5 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    ERPO: A Civil Approach to Gun Violence Prevention Teach-Out

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Injury Prevention, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Policies, Public Health, Public Safety and National Security, Health Promotion, Legal Proceedings, Community Organizing, Community Health, Court Systems, Crisis Intervention, Legal Hearings, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Civil Law, Health Policy, Civil Procedures

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • S

    Skillshare

    Nomad Sculpt for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Color Theory, Computer Graphics, Post-Production, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphic Techniques, Visual Storytelling, Design Software, Graphical Tools, Model Optimization, Data Import/Export, Image Quality, User Interface (UI), Animation and Game Design, Creative Design, Creativity

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Gemini and Vertex AI: Building Intelligent Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Gemini, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Generative AI Agents, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Patterns, Cloud Deployment, Model Optimization, Application Deployment, Token Optimization, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Python Programming, Software Development Tools, Cloud Platforms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Introduction to Python Programming and Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, File Management, Data Structures, Development Environment, Microsoft Visual Studio, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming, Software Installation, Program Development, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Incident Response and Threat Mitigation

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Event Monitoring, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Assessment, Continuous Monitoring, Security Management, Malware Protection, Cyber Engineering, Security Testing, Cyber Governance, Linux

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Support for Visual Processing with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Education Software and Technology, Microsoft Office

    ★ 4.4 (11) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • S

    Skillshare

    Design a 3D Video Game in Unreal Engine

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Animations, 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Environment, Game Design, 3D Modeling, Video Game Development, Computer Graphics, Timelines, Visual Storytelling, Prototyping, Design Strategies, Data Import/Export, Layout Design, User Interface (UI), Interactive Design, Application Deployment, Creative Design, Software Installation

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Manage Data for an Online Grocer Using MySQL Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, MySQL Workbench, Database Development, MySQL, Relational Databases, Databases, SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Migration

    ★ 4.8 (8) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • CCNA 200-301 Version 1.1: Unit 6: Pearson
  • Building on the SIR Model: Imperial College London
  • People Data Foundations: Metrics & Visualization: Coursera
  • Technical Troubleshooting: Diagnostics, Networks, Customers: Coursera
  • ERPO: A Civil Approach to Gun Violence Prevention Teach-Out: Johns Hopkins University
  • Nomad Sculpt for Beginners: Skillshare
  • Gemini and Vertex AI: Building Intelligent Applications: Edureka
  • Introduction to Python Programming and Essentials: Packt
  • Incident Response and Threat Mitigation: Edureka
  • Support for Visual Processing with Microsoft Word: Coursera

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