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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


  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Building with Code: Programming Fundamentals and Open Source

    Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Web Development, Linux, Shell Script, Database Design, Ubuntu, Relational Databases, Web Applications, Web Development Tools, Unix Shell, Test Driven Development (TDD), Python Programming, Linux Administration, Databases, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Scripting Languages, Javascript, Database Management

    4.6 stars, 68 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • C

    Coursera

    Data calculations in Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Analysis, Trend Analysis, User Accounts

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

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

  • S

    Skillshare

    CapCut for Desktop: Ultimate Editing for Reels & TikTok

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, TikTok, Storytelling, Timelines, Visual Storytelling, Content Creation, Multimedia, Post-Production, Animations, Video Production, Color Matching, Editing, Typography

    4.2 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Healthcare Data Management and Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Digital Transformation, Health Systems, Health Administration, Health Technology, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy, Data Management, Technology Strategies, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Security Strategy, Innovation, Data Integration

    4.9 stars, 19 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep: Google Cloud Workspace Administrator Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Gmail, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Authorization (Computing), Active Directory, Enterprise Application Management, System Monitoring, User Provisioning, User Accounts, Event Monitoring, Email Security, Cloud Security, Endpoint Security, Mobile Security, Compliance Auditing, Data Security, Configuration Management, Incident Management, Application Deployment, Annual Reports

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Impact from digital transformation: A Nano course

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Consumer Behaviour, Organizational Change, Leadership, Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, Market Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Business Modeling

    4.7 stars, 132 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    3ds Max Architectural Rendering Masterclass

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Autodesk, 3D Assets, Design Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Layout Design, Editing, Functional Design, Graphical Tools, Image Quality, Simulations, Fine-tuning

    4.8 stars, 69 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (69) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tencent Cloud

    Tencent Cloud Solutions Architect Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Solutions, Serverless Computing, Solution Architecture, Private Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Development, Cloud Services, Data Migration, Software Architecture, Big Data, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Architecture, Microservices, DevOps

    4.4 stars, 14 reviews, Advanced, Course, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (14) · Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Fraud Analysts: Improving Detection Efficiency

    Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Fraud detection, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Generative AI, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, ChatGPT, Data Synthesis, Compliance Management, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, Data Pipelines, Automation, Predictive Analytics

    4.7 stars, 6 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Data Analysis with Pivot Tables: Build & Automate

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Spreadsheet Software, Excel Macros, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Chart.js, Data Mart, Spatial Data Analysis, Automation, Decision Tree Learning, IT Automation, Course Development, Strategic Decision-Making, C and C++, Design, AI Workflows

    4.9 stars, 32 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (32) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Leadership Studies, Project Risk Management, Emotional Intelligence, Team Management, Risk Management, Agile Software Development, Team Performance Management, Team Leadership, User Story, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Employee Coaching, Kanban Principles, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Prioritization

    4.7 stars, 20 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Ethical Hacking with Metasploit, SQL & Crypto

    Skills you'll gain: Metasploit, Exploitation techniques, Penetration Testing, Database Management, Cryptographic Protocols, Cryptography, Database Software, Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Data Import/Export, Encryption, Brute-force attacks, Vulnerability Assessments, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, SQL, Cyber Attacks, Command-Line Interface

    4.8 stars, 21 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (21) · Mixed · 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

  • Building with Code: Programming Fundamentals and Open Source: Illinois Tech
  • Data calculations in Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • CapCut for Desktop: Ultimate Editing for Reels & TikTok: Skillshare
  • Healthcare Data Management and Information Systems: Northeastern University
  • Exam Prep: Google Cloud Workspace Administrator Associate: Whizlabs
  • Impact from digital transformation: A Nano course: 28DIGITAL
  • 3ds Max Architectural Rendering Masterclass: EDUCBA
  • Tencent Cloud Solutions Architect Professional: Tencent Cloud
  • GenAI for Fraud Analysts: Improving Detection Efficiency: Coursera
  • Data Analysis with Pivot Tables: Build & Automate: EDUCBA

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