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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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    Microsoft

    Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Data Visualization, Presentations, Spreadsheet Software, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Windows, Editing, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Writing, Computer Literacy, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Learn to Program: The Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Programming Principles, Debugging, Software Documentation, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, File Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Using Databases with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Store, Relational Databases, Database Design, SQL, Databases, Web Scraping, Data Modeling, Database Management, Object-Relational Mapping, Data Visualization Software, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Processing, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    22K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Introduction to TensorFlow for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Image Analysis, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    20K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Database Design, MySQL, Presentations, Descriptive Statistics, Extract, Transform, Load, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, IBM DB2, Tableau Software, Relational Databases, Star Schema, IBM Cognos Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft SQL Servers, Regression Analysis, Excel Formulas

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    15K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM UI/UX Designer

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, UI/UX Research, User Research, Agile Software Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Thinking, User Experience, User Centered Design, Usability, Usability Testing, Responsive Web Design, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, User Flows, User Interface (UI), Figma (Design Software), Wireframing, Design Research, Prototyping, Persona (User Experience)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Excel Skills for Business: Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Cleansing, Business Intelligence Software, Data Validation, Financial Modeling, Data Visualization, Loans, Depreciation, Automation

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Cyber Incident Response

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Endpoint Detection and Response, Threat Management, Cyber Operations, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Hunting, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Security Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Assessment, Event Monitoring, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Data Security, Business Continuity, Network Analysis, Analysis

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    265 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Learn & Secure

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Scanning, Hardening, Cybersecurity, Exploit development, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Analysis, Linux, System Configuration, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Ciberseguridad de Google

    Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Incident Response, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Management, Business Risk Management, Network Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Operating Systems, Threat Detection, Risk Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Computer Security Incident Management, Event Monitoring, Network Architecture, Security Controls, Linux, Cybersecurity, Debugging, SQL

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT: Master Free AI Tools to Supercharge Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, LLM Application, Productivity, AI Personalization, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Personalized Service, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Anthropic Claude, Expense Management, Creative Thinking, Productivity Software, Communication, Planning, Marketing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Systems Architecture  

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Architecture, Systems Thinking, Software Design Patterns, Stakeholder Communications, Systems Analysis, Application Design

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • Learn to Program: The Fundamentals: University of Toronto
  • Using Databases with Python: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to TensorFlow for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
  • IBM Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst: IBM
  • IBM UI/UX Designer: IBM
  • Excel Skills for Business: Advanced: Macquarie University
  • Cyber Incident Response: Infosec
  • Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: Learn & Secure: EDUCBA
  • Ciberseguridad de Google: Google

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