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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


  • U

    University of Colorado System

    AI for Healthcare Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Agentic systems, Data Ethics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, Agentic Workflows, Decision Intelligence, Data Governance, AI Enablement, Health Systems, Health Informatics, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Human Factors (Security), Generative AI Agents, Health Technology, Health Information Management, Information Technology, Information Systems

    4.6 stars, 37 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (37) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    Learn AI Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Tool Calling, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Human Computer Interaction, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6 stars, 92 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (92) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Meta

    Mobile Development and JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Jest (JavaScript Testing Framework), Mobile Development, Web Development Tools, Android Development, React.js, Javascript, Unit Testing, Test Script Development, Node.JS, Package and Software Management, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Functional Design

    4.1 stars, 134 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.1 (134) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Email Marketing, Paid media, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing Tools, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Design and Development, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media

    4.5 stars, 61 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (61) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    AI-Enhanced Copywriting: SurferSEO, Upword and Anyword

    Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, Content Optimization, Search Engine Optimization, AI powered creativity, Target Audience, Content Creation, AI Enablement, Writing and Editing, Productivity Software, Brand Awareness, Marketing Automation, Generative AI, Driving engagement

    4 stars, 58 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (58) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of IoT Systems and Industrial Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Automation, IT Automation, Data Management, Systems Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Security Controls, Network Protocols, Information Management, Systems Integration, Interoperability, Information Systems Security, Emerging Technologies, Communication Systems, Systems Design

    4.5 stars, 42 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Foundations of Generative AI in SDLC Training

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Software Development Tools, ChatGPT, LLM Application, Software Development Life Cycle, Application Development, AI Workflows, Application Design, Software Development Methodologies

    4.4 stars, 24 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • W

    West Virginia University

    Sales Force Management

    Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Sales Development, Training Programs, Sales Training, Sales Management, Talent Recruitment, Employee Training, Recruitment Strategies, Management Training And Development, Performance Appraisal, Team Motivation, Interviewing Skills, Job Analysis, People Analytics, Employee Performance Management, Performance Review, Performance Measurement

    4.6 stars, 116 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (116) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    SAP S/4HANA: From ABAP to Cloud-Ready Applications

    Skills you'll gain: ABAP RESTful Programming Model (RAP), SAP S/4HANA, SAP Applications, Restful API, Core Data (Software), Security Controls, HTML and CSS, UI Components, User Interface (UI) Design, Development Environment, Query Languages, Action Oriented, Data Validation

    3.7 stars, 45 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.7 (45) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Python for Real-World Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Seaborn, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Integration, A/B Testing, Data Import/Export, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Text Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Git (Version Control System), Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Version Control, GitHub, Social Media Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Jupyter, NumPy

    4.3 stars, 95 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (95) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, Cost Estimation, Agile Project Management, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Agile Software Development, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Project Estimation, Project Scoping, Quality Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management Life Cycle, Cost Management, Project Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Risk Management, Business Analysis Tools, Personalized Service, Learning Styles

    4.6 stars, 68 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (68) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Discovery and Low-Fidelity Design with Figma

    Skills you'll gain: User Research, Figma (Design Software), Design Research, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Wireframing, UI/UX Research, Persona (User Experience), User Experience, User Centered Design, Collaborative Software, Interactive Design, Persona Development

    4.6 stars, 25 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • AI for Healthcare Systems: University of Colorado System
  • Learn AI Agents: Scrimba
  • Mobile Development and JavaScript: Meta
  • Digital Marketing: Illinois Tech
  • AI-Enhanced Copywriting: SurferSEO, Upword and Anyword: Coursera
  • Foundations of IoT Systems and Industrial Automation: LearnQuest
  • Foundations of Generative AI in SDLC Training: Simplilearn
  • Sales Force Management: West Virginia University
  • SAP S/4HANA: From ABAP to Cloud-Ready Applications: Board Infinity
  • Python for Real-World Data Analysis: Coursera

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