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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

    IBM

    IBM COBOL Software Development Practices

    Skills you'll gain: COBOL (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Technical Support, Software Development Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, Scrum (Software Development), Technical Support and Services, Software Development, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Code Review, Debugging, Software Documentation, Computer Programming

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    63 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Producción musical con software libre

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Post-Production, Open Source Technology, Media Production, Musical Composition, Music History, Aesthetics, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Instrumental Music, Creativity, Digital Publishing, Software Installation, Editing, Content Creation, Computer Programming Tools

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    234 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Beginning Security

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Secure Coding, Application Security, Data Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Web Applications, Threat Detection, Security Awareness, Vulnerability Management, Encryption, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), PHP (Scripting Language)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Software Architecture for the Internet of Things

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Functional Requirement, Requirements Analysis, Internet Of Things, Software Design Patterns, User Requirements Documents, Android Development, Application Frameworks, Maintainability, Interoperability, Software Quality (SQA/SQC)

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    250 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Introduction to Software Quality Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Software Quality Assurance, Software Development Life Cycle, Quality Assurance, Software Documentation, Functional Testing, Software Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Acceptance Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Test Case, Maintainability, Unit Testing, Software Design, System Testing, Integration Testing, Waterfall Methodology, Agile Methodology, Regression Testing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fortinet, Inc.

    Fortinet Network Security

    Skills you'll gain: Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Network Routing, Network Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Authentications, Network Monitoring, Event Monitoring, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols, Network Administration, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Engineering, Network Performance Management, Enterprise Security, Application Security, Network Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Cyber Security Strategy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    138 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Workspace Security

    Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Google Workspace, Mobile Security, Security Management, Cloud Security, Application Security, Data Security, Security Controls, Identity and Access Management, Continuous Monitoring, Authentications, Multi-Factor Authentication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    810 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Mastering the Software Engineering Interview

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Technical Communication, Adaptability, Algorithms, Overcoming Obstacles, Software Engineering, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Problem Solving, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Complex Problem Solving, Data Structures

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    555 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Software Design as an Abstraction

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Software Design, Usability Testing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Software Architecture, Software Design Patterns, Database Management, Systems Design, Application Security, Design Strategies, Operating Systems

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    135 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Amazon

    Generative AI in Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Enablement, Strategic Decision-Making, Software Development Tools, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, User Interface (UI) Design, Debugging

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Security Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Vulnerability Management, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Risk Mitigation, Security Management, Security Strategy, Infrastructure Security, Digital Forensics

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Security Governance & Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Security Management, Cyber Risk, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, NIST 800-53, Security Controls, Procedure Development, Data Governance, Program Standards, Computer Security

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    177 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • IBM COBOL Software Development Practices: IBM
  • Producción musical con software libre: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Beginning Security: Packt
  • Software Architecture for the Internet of Things: 28DIGITAL
  • Introduction to Software Quality Assurance: Board Infinity
  • Fortinet Network Security: Fortinet, Inc.
  • Google Workspace Security: Google Cloud
  • Mastering the Software Engineering Interview: University of California San Diego
  • Software Design as an Abstraction: University of Colorado System
  • Generative AI in Software Development: Amazon

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