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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


  • D

    Duke University

    GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Fine-tuning, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science

    4 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4 (40) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    6G for a Connected Future

    Skills you'll gain: Federated Learning, Wireless Networks, Emerging Technologies, Digital Communications, Communication Systems, Blockchain, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Telecommunications, Network Performance Management, Network Planning And Design, Zero Trust Network Access, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Electrical Engineering, Network Analysis, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, Machine Learning, Trustworthiness

    4.6 stars, 15 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (15) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Embedded Firmware Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Systems, Software Architecture, Code Reusability, Pseudocode, Microarchitecture, Memory Management, Systems Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Electronic Hardware, System Programming, Computer Architecture, Software Design, Cross Platform Development, Systems Design, Software Design Patterns, Internet Of Things, Hardware Troubleshooting

    2.6 stars, 10 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 2.6 (10) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Deep Learning Applications for Computer Vision

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Model Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Fine-tuning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 90 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (90) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft 365 Copilot AI: Office Automation & Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software, Email Automation, Workflow Management, Office Administration, Microsoft Outlook, Content Development and Management, Business Correspondence, Business Writing, Productivity, Business Communication

    4.7 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (9) · Beginner · Course · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Foundations of AI in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Model Training, Health Disparities, Clinical Informatics, Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, Model Evaluation, Health Technology, Health Policy, Decision Intelligence, AI Integrations, Data Analysis

    4.4 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Scrimba

    Learn Python: 3

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Python Programming, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Software Engineering, Performance Tuning, Web Development, Performance Testing, Debugging, Web Development Tools

    4.7 stars, 28 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (28) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Data Visualization in Qlik Sense

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Business Intelligence Software, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Graphing

    4.7 stars, 51 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Create a value proposition canvas in Miro

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Value Propositions, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Business Modeling, Competitive Intelligence, Business Analysis Tools, Presentations, Product Knowledge, Data Import/Export, Marketing, Collaborative Software

    4.6 stars, 27 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (27) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    UiPath

    Control Flow in RPA

    Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Automation, Process Modeling, Programming Principles, Computational Logic

    4.7 stars, 29 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (29) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SAS

    Analyzing Time Series and Sequential Data

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, SAS (Software), Forecasting, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Feature Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Digital Signal Processing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Software, Regression Analysis, Data Transformation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis Software, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling

    5 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 5 (11) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    When Disaster Meets Conflict

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Conflict Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Disaster Recovery, Policy Analysis, Emergency Response, Mitigation, International Relations, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Public Safety and National Security, Decision Intelligence

    4.7 stars, 87 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (87) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • GenAI Basics - How LLMs Work: Duke University
  • 6G for a Connected Future: University of Glasgow
  • Embedded Firmware Engineering: Coursera
  • Deep Learning Applications for Computer Vision: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot AI: Office Automation & Workflows: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Foundations of AI in Healthcare: SkillUp
  • Learn Python: 3: Scrimba
  • Introduction to Data Visualization in Qlik Sense: Coursera
  • Create a value proposition canvas in Miro: Coursera
  • Control Flow in RPA: UiPath

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