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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


  • G

    Google

    Analyze Data to Answer Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Analytical Skills, Consolidation, Excel Formulas, Query Languages, Data Compilation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Quality, SQL, Data Integration, Data Transformation, Data Processing, Database Management

    4.6 stars, 12K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (12K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Cybersecurity Foundations for Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Policies, Risk Management Framework, Incident Response, Human Factors (Security)

    4.7 stars, 140 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Computer Communications

    Skills you'll gain: TCP/IP, Local Area Networks, Routing Protocols, Network Routing, Digital Communications, OSI Models, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Routers, Communication Systems, Telecommunications, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Network Planning And Design, Network Security, Network Switches, General Networking, Virtual Networking, Network Performance Management, Computer Networking, Network Architecture

    4.6 stars, 3.4K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (3.4K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Presentations, User Experience Design, User Experience, Usability, User Research, Design Research, Data Ethics, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Research Design, Prototyping, Research Methodologies, Information Privacy

    4.8 stars, 6.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (6.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Digital Banking & Fintech Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Banking Services, Bank Regulations, Mobile Banking, Banking, Risk Management Framework, FinTech, Security Controls, Customer Relationship Management, Payment Systems, Cyber Risk, Financial Services, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Regulatory Requirements, Financial Inclusion, Financial Systems, Cloud Security, Blockchain, Risk Management, Governance

    4.9 stars, 19 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (19) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to HTML5

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Design, Verification And Validation, Web Design and Development, Cloud Hosting, Web Development, Front-End Web Development, Web Content, Web Development Tools, GitHub, Semantic Web, Responsive Web Design, Integrated Development Environments, Web Servers, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

    4.7 stars, 28K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (28K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Cybersecurity for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Detection, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Incident Response, Penetration Testing, Risk Analysis, Metasploit, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Data Security, Authentications, Security Testing, Cloud Security, Security Strategy, Threat Management, Incident Management, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Assessments

    4.7 stars, 1.9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Certification Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Linux, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, Malware Protection, Linux Commands, Endpoint Security, Desktop Support, Security Awareness, Hardening, File Systems, Remote Access Systems, Active Directory, Microsoft Windows, Interoperability, Mobile Security, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology Operations, Operating Systems, Network Troubleshooting, Hardware Troubleshooting

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Packt

    Mastering Linux Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Ansible, Linux Administration, Kubernetes, Package and Software Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Linux, Shell Script, Cloud Standards, Cloud Computing Architecture, Docker (Software), Linux Commands, Ubuntu, Public Cloud, Linux Servers, Systems Administration, Operating System Administration, Infrastructure Security, Network Troubleshooting, General Networking, System Support

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    University of California, Davis

    Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Geographic Information Systems, Data Presentation, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Data Sharing, Public Health, Land Management, Heat Maps, Geostatistics, Epidemiology, Community Health, Image Analysis, Land Development, Project Management

    4.8 stars, 6.5K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (6.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Foundations of Cybersecurity: Risks and Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Cybersecurity, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Strategy, Threat Modeling, Endpoint Security, Network Security, Threat Detection, Human Factors (Security), Security Management, Data Security, Malware Protection, Security Controls, Risk Management, Remote Access Systems

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Packt

    Privilege Escalation, OWASP, and Advanced Scripting

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploit development, Penetration Testing, Cyber Operations, Bash (Scripting Language), Scripting, Exploitation techniques, Security Testing, Vulnerability Assessments, Cyber Threat Hunting, Threat Detection, Shell Script, Windows PowerShell, Cybersecurity, Scripting Languages, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Linux Commands, Incident Response, Command-Line Interface, Network Security

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Analyze Data to Answer Questions: Google
  • Cybersecurity Foundations for Risk Management: Kennesaw State University
  • Computer Communications: University of Colorado System
  • Conduct UX Research and Test Early Concepts: Google
  • Digital Banking & Fintech Transformation: EDUCBA
  • Introduction to HTML5: University of Michigan
  • Cybersecurity for Business: University of Colorado System
  • CompTIA A+ Core 2 (220-1202) Certification Exam Prep: Packt
  • Mastering Linux Administration: Packt
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS): University of California, Davis

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