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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.


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Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Create a Resume and Cover Letter with Google Docs

    Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Document Management, Productivity Software, Writing, Business Writing, File Management, Personal Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.5K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California San Diego

    Internet of Things: Multimedia Technologies

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Application Development, Python Programming, Internet Of Things, Image Quality, Digital Signal Processing, Embedded Software, Development Environment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    306 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: Mixture Models

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Software, Markov Model, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Probability Distribution, Classification Algorithms

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    62 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Pressure, Force, Motion, and Humidity Sensors

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Systems, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Machine Controls, Control Systems, Electrical Systems, Hardware Design, Programmable Logic Controllers, Equipment Design, Electronic Components

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    257 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Google Cloud

    Building No-Code Apps with AppSheet: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Application Deployment, Application Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Data Integration, Cloud Applications, User Interface (UI), Spreadsheet Software

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    175 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    University of London

    Creative Programming for Digital Media & Mobile Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Design, Computer Graphics, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mobile Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Animation and Game Design, Music, Application Development, Multimedia, Computer Programming, Digital Signal Processing

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Tableau Learning Partner

    Communicating Data Insights with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Storytelling, Tableau Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Business Reporting, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Presentations, Exploratory Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    73 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Minnesota

    Enterprise Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Systems, Change Management, Business Technologies, Organizational Change, System Implementation, Business Process, Case Studies, Business Management, Business, Business Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    825 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    K

    KodeKloud

    Jenkins for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Systems Administration, Command-Line Interface, Continuous Delivery, Software Development, Continuous Deployment, DevOps, Software Development Tools, Software Installation, User Accounts, Server Administration, Operating System Administration, Configuration Management, Data Integrity

    3.5
    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    R

    Rice University

    Principles of Computing (Part 2)

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Pseudocode, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Computer Science, Software Design Patterns, Debugging, Game Theory, Mathematical Modeling, Test Case

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    365 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data and Electronic Health Records

    Skills you'll gain: Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Data Management, Data Integrity, Practice Management Software, Health Information Management, Data Quality, Health Informatics, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record, Health Care, Patient Registration, Clinical Documentation, Data Security, Computerized Physician Order Entry, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    L

    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Visual Basic Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Visual Basic (Programming Language), Development Environment, Microsoft Development Tools, Programming Principles, .NET Framework, Computer Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Application Development, Software Development, Cross Platform Development, Debugging

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Create a Resume and Cover Letter with Google Docs: Coursera
  • Internet of Things: Multimedia Technologies: University of California San Diego
  • Bayesian Statistics: Mixture Models: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Pressure, Force, Motion, and Humidity Sensors : University of Colorado Boulder
  • Building No-Code Apps with AppSheet: Foundations: Google Cloud
  • Creative Programming for Digital Media & Mobile Apps: University of London
  • Communicating Data Insights with Tableau: Tableau Learning Partner
  • Enterprise Systems: University of Minnesota
  • Jenkins for Beginners: KodeKloud
  • Principles of Computing (Part 2): Rice University

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