Data security courses can help you learn encryption techniques, risk assessment strategies, incident response planning, and compliance regulations. You can build skills in vulnerability management, threat detection, and secure coding practices. Many courses introduce tools like firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and data loss prevention software, demonstrating how these skills are applied to protect sensitive information and maintain system integrity.

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Docker (Software), Containerization, Microservices, Application Deployment, CI/CD, Data Persistence, DevOps, YAML, Software Development, Virtualization, Application Security, Virtual Networking, Command-Line Interface
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Unit Testing, Relational Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Databases, Data Visualization Software, Object Oriented Design, Web Scraping, Data Science, Creative Design, Scatter Plots, Data Structures, Programming Principles, File I/O, Integrated Development Environments, Software Visualization, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Program Development, Diversity and Inclusion
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Test Tools, API Testing, Test Execution Engine, Test Data
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Target Market, Market Opportunities, User Research, Product Strategy, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Innovation, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Animation and Game Design, Interactive Data Visualization, Software Design, Program Development, Data Structures, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Graphic and Visual Design, Python Programming, Generative AI, Simulations, Computer Graphics, Design, Computational Logic, Creative Design, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, File I/O
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: C and C++, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C++ (Programming Language), Data Validation, Object Oriented Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Cloud Deployment, Network Troubleshooting, Performance Tuning, Continuous Deployment, Network Performance Management, Software-Defined Networking, Network Routing, Network Security, Network Protocols, Scalability, System Monitoring
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Organizational Skills, Spreadsheet Software, Project Management Software, Project Coordination, Small Business Accounting, Data Management, Project Management, Business
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Mobile Security, Computer Literacy, digital literacy, End User Training and Support, Calendar Management, Telecommunications, Self Service Technologies, Personal Development, Digital Communications, Photography, Information Privacy, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Artificial Intelligence, Planning, Automation, Data Mapping, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Simulation and Simulation Software, Control Systems, Real-Time Operating Systems, Computer Programming, Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Vision, Python Programming, Data Structures, Simulations, Linear Algebra, Design
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Service Level Agreement, Data Governance, Incident Management, Problem Management, Database Management Systems, Asset Management, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity Planning, Business Continuity, Security Controls, Information Systems, IT Infrastructure, Auditing, Patch Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Branding, Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Data Management, Market Dynamics, Target Market, Market Analysis, Digital Media Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months