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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


  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon CloudWatch, Amazon Web Services, Serverless Computing, Identity and Access Management, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Scalability, Cloud Infrastructure, Event-Driven Programming, Data Migration, Cloud Security, Cloud Storage, Cloud Management, Solution Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions

    ★ 4.8 (6.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    Kubernetes – An Enterprise Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Istio, Docker (Software), Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Prometheus (Software), Authentications, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Load Balancing, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Enterprise Security, Application Deployment, Key Management, Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Disaster Recovery, Network Infrastructure, Authorization (Computing), Cloud Computing, Grafana

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Algorithmic Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Debugging, Theoretical Computer Science, Computational Thinking, Program Development, Software Testing, Verification And Validation, Computer Programming, Analysis, Solution Design, Data Processing, Bioinformatics, Scalability

    ★ 4.6 (13K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Web Applications for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, MySQL, HTML and CSS, PHP (Scripting Language), Relational Databases, JSON, Database Management, jQuery, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Javascript and jQuery, Ajax, Database Software, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Application, Database Development, Debugging, Web Applications, Javascript

    ★ 4.7 (9.4K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • P

    Packt

    AB-900: Copilot & Agent Administration Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Zero Trust Network Access, Microsoft Copilot, Endpoint Detection and Response, Authorization (Computing), Security Strategy, Threat Detection, Threat Management, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Management, Endpoint Security, Security Controls, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Agentic Workflows, Data Loss Prevention, Security Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Authentications, Multi-Tenant Cloud Environments, Cost Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • M

    Macquarie University

    Excel Skills for Business: Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Data Analysis Software, Business Analytics, Analytical Skills, Advanced Analytics, Business Mathematics, Financial Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (6.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • W

    Whizlabs

    Microsoft Copilot, Entra Identity & Access Management

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Azure Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Authentications, Microsoft Azure, AI Security, Enterprise Application Management, Responsible AI, Active Directory, User Provisioning, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), AI Integrations, Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Authorization (Computing), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Single Sign-On (SSO), User Accounts, Zero Trust Network Access

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Toronto

    Introduction to Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Robotics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Software Architecture, Simulations, Safety Assurance, Hardware Architecture, Systems Architecture, Mathematical Modeling

    ★ 4.7 (2.9K) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Data Scientist’s Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Version Control, Data Science, R (Software), Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Software Versioning, Data Literacy, General Science and Research, Data Analysis, R Programming, Development Environment, Statistical Reporting, Software Installation

    ★ 4.6 (34K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • N

    New York University

    Introduction to Cyber Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Assessment, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Computer Security, Exploitation techniques, Cryptography, Data Integrity

    ★ 4.7 (2.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Marketing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Regression Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Branding, Brand Management, Resource Allocation, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Predictive Analytics, Brand Strategy, Statistical Analysis, A/B Testing, Consumer Behaviour, Return On Investment, Statistical Methods

    ★ 4.7 (6.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • G

    Google

    Build Wireframes and Low-Fidelity Prototypes

    Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Wireframing, Information Architecture, Figma (Design Software), User Story, User Experience Design, User Experience, Prototyping, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Layout Design, Interaction Design, Persona (User Experience), User Research, Design Elements And Principles

    ★ 4.9 (9.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • AWS Fundamentals: Amazon Web Services
  • Kubernetes – An Enterprise Guide: Packt
  • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
  • Web Applications for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • AB-900: Copilot & Agent Administration Fundamentals: Packt
  • Excel Skills for Business: Advanced: Macquarie University
  • Microsoft Copilot, Entra Identity & Access Management: Whizlabs
  • Introduction to Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • The Data Scientist’s Toolbox: Johns Hopkins University
  • Introduction to Cyber Attacks: New York University

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