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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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    Packt

    Advanced Backend Development, API Testing, and Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: API Testing, React.js, Containerization, Cloud Deployment, API Gateway, Software Documentation, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Applications, Front-End Web Development, Software Testing, Middleware, Test Automation, Technical Documentation

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Cloud Support Associate

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Command-Line Interface, Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudFormation, Root Cause Analysis, Amazon DynamoDB, Customer Relationship Building, Network Troubleshooting, Amazon Web Services, Customer Relationship Management, Software Architecture, Linux Commands, Cloud Computing, Linux, Amazon S3, Web Applications, Information Technology, Customer Service, Software Development

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Computer Hardware, Hardware Architecture, Network Architecture

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Incident Response Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Threat Intelligence, IT Service Management, Problem Management, Return On Investment, IT Management, Business Risk Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, NIST 800-53, Test Planning, Communication Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Stakeholder Communications, Simulations

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Getting Started with ALM in Azure DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: Azure DevOps Pipelines, Azure DevOps, Application Lifecycle Management, Agile Project Management, CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Integration, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Version Control, Agile Methodology, DevOps, Test Automation, Sprint Planning, Release Management, User Story, Software Quality Assurance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Assistants

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Ideation, Verification And Validation, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Creativity, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management Framework, Expense Management, Productivity Software, Travel Arrangements, Test Case

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Hybrid AI Search Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, AI Workflows, Generative Model Architectures, Software Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, CI/CD, Model Evaluation, Software Development, Unit Testing, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Digital Marketing Operations & Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Dashboard, Surveys, Newsletters, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Budgets, Email Automation, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Automation, Marketing Planning, Spreadsheet Software, Web Analytics, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Performance Reporting, Google Analytics, Collaborative Software, Social Media Management, Lead Generation, Brand Awareness

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI), Computational Thinking, HTML and CSS, Interactive Design, Web Development, Programming Principles, Web Design, Javascript, Event-Driven Programming, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Image Analysis, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Cloud-Based Testing Platforms Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Test Tools, Browser Compatibility, Software Testing, Test Automation, Continuous Integration, Cloud Applications, CI/CD, Regression Testing, Mobile Development Tools, Cloud Platforms, Verification And Validation, Quality Assurance, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Automation, Scalability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to Hardware and Operating Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, System Configuration, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Computer Systems, Virtual Machines, Operating Systems, USB, Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Displays, Linux, Software Installation, Technical Support, Mac OS, Computer Architecture, File Systems, Network Infrastructure, Data Storage, User Accounts, Disaster Recovery

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Enterprise Product Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Product Development, Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Market Research, Microsoft 365, Product Requirements, AI Product Strategy, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Product Strategy, Compliance Management, Competitive Analysis, Enterprise Security, Agile Methodology, Market Data, Stakeholder Management, Prioritization

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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

  • Advanced Backend Development, API Testing, and Deployment: Packt
  • AWS Cloud Support Associate: Amazon Web Services
  • Introduction to the Internet of Things and Embedded Systems: University of California, Irvine
  • Incident Response Frameworks: Starweaver
  • Getting Started with ALM in Azure DevOps: Coursera
  • Generative AI Assistants: Vanderbilt University
  • Hybrid AI Search Workflows: Coursera
  • Digital Marketing Operations & Analytics: Coursera
  • Programming Foundations with JavaScript, HTML and CSS: Duke University
  • Cloud-Based Testing Platforms Getting Started: Coursera

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